Our Ingredients

Leaving Livestock and Fish Farming Behind

We were concerned with the health, environmental and animal welfare issues around traditional ingredients and even though we love plants, plants cannot provide all the nutrients pets need!

We've said before: nature is wise and plentiful. Why not look beyond plants? At HOPE, we pride ourselves on using natural, nutrient rich ingredients like insects, algae and fungi to compliment plants.

Berry Buglicious - Insect Based Biscuits

Made with Canadian and eco-friendly ingredients make an extremely tasty treat for your dog whilst creating little impact on the environment.

HOPE Berry Buglicious dog treats are made with sustainable and high in protein black soldier fly larvae and in combination with other Canadian ingredients, like oats, cranberries and maple syrup. We use apple cider vinegar as a natural preservative.

Your dog won’t be able to resist!

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Black soldier fly larvae

Excellent source of highly digestible protein and essential amino acids. BSFL also provide essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.

Fun fact: Dogs LOVE the nutty smell of Black Soldier Fly

Barley

Readily available source of energy and good source of dietary fiber. Barley contains β-glucans, which can lower fat and glucose levels in the blood. Β-glucans can be beneficial to control or prevent obesity and diabetes.

Oats

Good source of energy containing β-glucans and a source of vitamin E

Pumpkin

High in fiber and beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A)

Kelp (aka Brown Seaweed)

Rich in minerals with higher levels of iron and copper than red meat and spinach.

Fun fact: Seaweeds are macroalgae from seawater. In addition to kelp (brown seaweed), there are green and red seaweeds and 100s of species in each group - so much diversity!

Cranberries

Rich in antioxidants and a good source of fiber, Vitamin K and manganese

Cranberries are used to help urinary tract health!

Maple Syrup

High in antioxidants and some minerals, especially manganese and zinc

Makes a tasty treat!

Apple Cider Vinegar

Natural preservative to keep treats fresh

HOPE's Complete and Balanced Dry Dog Food

Coming soon!

Our adult maintenance dog food is made with Canadian, sustainable and natural ingredients that offer all the essentials your pet and the planet needs in one package. Is not only formulated to meet AAFCO but also every batch is tested to make sure all the nutrients are there in the right quantities!

Black soldier fly larvae supply an abundance of high-quality protein and all of the essential amino acids dogs require, while being extremely tasty for your best friend.

Black soldier fly larvae

Excellent source of highly digestible protein and essential amino acids. BSFL also provides essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.

Barley

A whole grain rich in energy and soluble fibre providing beta-glucans which can promote digestive health. Barley also provides a natural source of B vitamins, Vitamin E and manganese.

Chickpeas

High in protein and dietary fibre and a good source of potassium, magnesium, and B vitamins

Yeast

Good source of protein and loaded with essential B vitamins

Flaxseed

Rich in essential omega-3 fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation in the body.

Sunflower Oil

Source of essential omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid, preserved with mixed tocopherols, a natural source of vitamin E.

Apples

Source of antioxidants

Kelp

Source of iodine

Microalgae

A natural and sustainable source of long chain omega-3s (DHA) which are essential for brain development. Marine microalgae is proven to support puppies' brain development and also improve cognitive health in older dogs.