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A different way of nourishing dogs

Dogs depend on us for every nutritional choice we make on their behalf. They cannot read labels, compare formulas, or question ethics, but we can.

We believe that care should not come at the cost of other animals, the planet, or long-term health.

So we reimagined nutrition from a place of responsibility, guided by science, ethics, and preventative wellbeing.

Paws for Greens is built on one simple belief:

If love has a biological side, it should be plant-powered.

Plant-based nutrition

Why plants? Because they do more than feed

Traditional canine nutrition focuses on macros: protein, fat, carbohydrates.

But modern pet wellness is moving toward preventative health; supporting the internal systems that determine how dogs age, recover, fight disease, digest, and thrive.

These systems include:

  • The gut
  • The immune system
  • The microbiome
  • The inflammatory response
  • The skin barrier
  • The oral environment
  • The metabolic and longevity pathways
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Plant nutrients

Feeding is no longer just about calories, it's about supporting biology before problems arise.

Plants are where dogs naturally meet:

  • Phytonutrients
  • Antioxidants
  • Polyphenols
  • Anti-inflammatory compounds
  • Prebiotic fibers
  • Vitamins & minerals
  • Essential fatty acids

These are not empty calories. They are information molecules that help the body defend, repair, and stay well.

They influence cellular communication, immune modulation, inflammation control, microbial diversity, and oxidative stress, all major determinants of canine wellbeing.

This is where plant-based functional nutrition becomes not just ethical, but scientifically meaningful.

The ingredient system behind our formulations

We use seven families of functional plant ingredients. Each enters the formula for a biological purpose

1. Superfoods: Whole food intelligence
These are the whole-food ingredients naturally dense in vitamins, minerals, fibres, antioxidants and other bioactive compounds.
Why they matter:
Superfoods support foundational systems such as immunity, digestion, metabolism and cellular repair through synergistic nutrients found in nature.
How they show up in our range:
You'll see these whole-food nutrients appear in our formulations through ingredients like pumpkin, sweet potato, carrot, coconut, berries, spinach, turmeric and ginger.
2. Phytonutrients: The body's internal communication
Phytonutrients are plant-derived molecules that influence cellular communication and regulate biological pathways such as inflammation, oxidative stress, and immune response.
Why they matter:
Many chronic conditions in dogs are driven by inflammation or oxidative stress. Phytonutrients help modulate these pathways naturally.
How they show up in our range:
We source phytonutrients from ingredients such as berries, pumpkin, sweet potato, turmeric, leafy greens and other botanicals that are naturally rich in polyphenols, carotenoids, curcuminoids and flavonoids.
3. Prebiotic Fibres: Feeding the Microbiome
These are the fibres that feed beneficial gut bacteria. Unlike probiotics (which add bacteria), prebiotics support the bacteria already present in the gut.
Why they matter:
Nearly 70% of canine immunity originates in the gut. A fiber-fed microbiome supports digestion, immunity, stool consistency and inflammation control.
How they show up in our range:
Our formulations use prebiotic Fibres from pumpkin, chicory root (inulin), beet pulp, psyllium husk and apple fiber to help diversify and nourish the microbiome.
4. Botanicals & Herbs: Nature's functional pharmacy
Botanicals and herbs provide enzymatic, antimicrobial and immune-supportive compounds used in natural medicine for centuries.
Why they matter:
They contribute secondary benefits such as digestive comfort, oral enzymatic support and immune modulation.
How they show up in our range:
You'll find these functional botanicals in ingredients like turmeric, ginger, rosemary, mint, parsley and other plant extracts incorporated across our formulations.
5. Omegas & Functional Oils: Cellular & Inflammatory Support
Plant-derived fatty acids (Omega-3, Omega-6) and MCTs that support cell membranes, cognition and inflammatory balance.
Why they matter:
Skin, coat, joints and brain health all rely on omega-rich lipid metabolism.
How they show up in our range:
Our products deliver these fats through flaxseed oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil and other seed oils instead of animal fats or fish oil.
6. Functional extracts & actives: Targeted pathways
These are concentrated plant compounds used for specific biological outcomes like immune priming, oxidative defence or oral enzyme activity.
Why they matter:
They add precision to formulations that superfoods alone cannot achieve.
How they show up in our range:
You will see these actives incorporated as natural antioxidants, plant enzymes, botanical concentrates and immune-supportive actives across our formulations.
7. Functional Carbohydrates: Digestive Compatibility
These are plant-based carbohydrate sources selected for optimal digestibility and sustained energy release. They help maintain steady glucose levels and support intestinal health.
Why they matter:
Highly digestible carbohydrates ensure nutrient absorption and reduce gut irritation, while providing prebiotic benefits for the microbiome.
How they show up in our range:
We incorporate functional carbohydrates from ingredients like sweet potato, pumpkin, chickpeas, and lentils — each chosen for glycemic balance and digestive compatibility.
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THE BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS WE SUPPORT

Across formulations, our ingredient families converge on six wellness pillars

Eco-Friendly
Cruelty Free
Natural Ingredients
Human Grade
Grain Free
Wellness

Food that loves back

Every Paws for Greens product is:

100% plant based

100% plant based

Veterinarian Informed

Veterinarian Informed

Cruelty Free

Cruelty Free

Human Grade

Human Grade

Microbiome Supportive

Microbiome Supportive

Superfood Rich

Superfood Rich

Formulation Led

Formulation Led

Designed for long-term Health

Designed for long-term Health

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