What should my dog not eat?
At ESSENTIAL FOODS our mission is to ensure that dogs enjoy a long, healthy and happy life. We are often asked what is safe and unsafe for a dog to...
Inspiration
Explore our universe and get expert tips on dog and cat nutrition
Celebration of the Sea
Why we love exceptional sea produce. There’s nothing quite like the sea. It’s powerful. Pure. Nourishing. Teeming with ingredients valued for flavour, quality and natural nutritional benefits. At ESSENTIAL FOODS, fish and sea-sourced...
A daily brainwave?
The licking mat from ESSENTIAL FOODS makes it easy to combine enjoyment with nutrition. With a a dollop of topping in the grooves, your dog’s meal is transformed into an enrichment...
5 brilliant enrichment ideas
Make daily life richer, one little ritual at a time. ENRICHMENT isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing it better – with meaningful little moments that encourage your dog’s instincts:...
Is your dog at a healthy weight?
A shiny coat, bright eyes and a joyful wag say a lot about your dog’s wellbeing – but one of the most important health markers is something many of us...
This years exquisite Christmas delicacies
Christmas is a magical time of year. The festive season is when we gather to share moments and spread joy among our nearest and dearest. At ESSENTIAL FOODS, the magic...
Probably the best meals in the world – now even better
Studies indicate that free-range animals have fewer stress hormones. ESSENTIALS are now raising the bar with free-range produce and recipes from their new line, Our Finest British Heritage Kitchens. Meet...
Need a mint?
Many dogs have halitosis, and there can be many reasons for less than the sweetest breath. It may be down to oral hygiene, issues with teeth or gums, but could...
7 great ways of serving pâté to your puppy
Complete meal or supplement? Can pâté be frozen? And can puppies have pâté as adults? Get the answers plus 7 serving tips!
The best treats for puppies
Which treats are best for puppies? Soft or hard? How many can they have? Read on for the answers and oodles of puppy-parenting tips.
Meals your puppy will love
We guide you through our tailored puppy meals so you can quickly pick the right variety for your puppy with confidence.
The ultimate puppy guide
Make the most of our useful guide to giving your puppy the best start in life, with love in every bite.
The best start in life for your puppy
By choosing to serve ESSENTIALS puppy meals, you’ll be giving your puppy some of the best there is – meals prepared with fresh, premium-quality ingredients to ensure a perfectly balanced,...
The many benefits of a rich meal
What to look for in a dry food to keep your dog contented?
Your go-to guide for the happiest dog days of summer
Cooling favourites for balmy weather. Warm, sunny days spent outdoors are something most of us look forward to in summer. Read on for tasty, seasonal tips so all the family...