First-Party Science

Backed by research we ran ourselves

We don’t just cite the science. We do it. Studies run with universities and independent labs, open for anyone to read.

Peer-Reviewed

Digestibility study with the University of Illinois

Our fresh recipes tested head-to-head against processed food, published in a peer-reviewed journal.

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Lab-Tested

Mycotoxin testing: what 60 samples found

We tested 60 dog food samples for mold-borne toxins. The results changed how we source ingredients.

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Clinical

Immune function study

Measuring how a fresh, whole-food diet affects immune markers in healthy dogs over time.

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About JustFoodforDogs

We exist to do right by dogs

Fresh, whole food meals for dogs since 2010. Every recipe is formulated by veterinary nutritionists and cooked in one of twelve kitchens you can walk into.

We publish this blog for the same reason we open those kitchens. Dog owners get a lot of confident advice and very little evidence. Everything here is written or reviewed by credentialed experts, and dated, so you can see how current it is.

Real science meets real food

Supports healthy living and aging
#1 vet-recommended fresh dog food
100% human-grade ingredients
12 open kitchens you can visit
Try it free

Your first free meal is on us

No subscription, no catch. Buy one JustFresh, Pantry Fresh or Fresh Frozen 18oz at a retailer near you, text us a photo of the receipt, and we refund the full price within 48 hours.

Available atAlbertsons, Petco, Tractor Supply, Meijer, Wegmans, PetSmart and H-E-B

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A dog eating a fresh JustFoodforDogs meal from a bowl held by their owner in a home kitchen