Hunde

12/10/2026

05/10/2026

I’ve always emphasised the importance of doing the best that you can when it comes to your pet’s nutrition - and this will look different for everyone. Not everyone has the same financial resources, the same available time, the same physical or mental capacity. Not everyone wants to make the effort - and that’s ok.

I’ve never made a secret of the fact that I don’t love making my dog’s food. I LOVE feeding them deeply nutritious meals, and I even enjoy preparing it, to an extent. But meal prepping, defrosting, measuring, batching, mixing, rinsing, wiping, packaging, re-freezing, etc.? No thanks.

Despite not loving it, I’ve always managed to get it done. Until recently. You’ve seen less and less of me on here over the last few years, as I’ve become increasingly burnt out. I’ve been in recovery for about 6 months now and am slowly becoming ok with a slower pace - less expectations, less output - after a lifetime of running on adrenaline.

This process of forced slow-down has reminded me how much Hunde was created to support people with less capacity than me. I’ve been reminded of this not just because I’m reconnecting with my purpose, but because I have come to rely heavily on it myself in caring for my own dogs with limited capacity.

29/09/2026

I was lucky to have been gardening near where Pippa was chewing on something, so I noticed when it got stuck in the roof of her mouth, between her premolars (swipe to see), because she was pawing at her face and seemed a bit distressed.

Both my dogs have had broken teeth, which may or may not have been from bones (could be from sticks or even hard treats?), and they have both gotten bones stuck across the roof of their mouths. Even still, I will continue to feed them raw meaty bones despite this demonstrated risk.

For me, it’s still worth it because I know the statistical probability (80%) that they could have developed periodontal disease by the age of 2, but Tex is almost 14 and had his first ever clean this year, and Pip is 6 with no signs of dental disease whatsoever.

I don’t just look at the documented risks, but also at the documented long term benefits. It’s a question of whether I want to remove one or two teeth over a lifetime of good dental health, or risk my dogs living a life of pain and probably losing many teeth to dental disease.

For me it’s an easy choice, but regardless of how you feel, it’s a timely reminder that feeding raw bones isn’t without genuine risks, and it’s important to weigh those risks up against the benefits when deciding what you’re comfortable with for your pet.

And then you need to make sure you consistently mitigate those risks by taking precautions, like only feeding them when you’re available to supervise. If you can’t make the necessary commitments to ensure you feed bones safely, maybe it’s best to skip them for now. Similarly, if you opt-out of raw bones, you need to invest in other approaches to dental health, which can include brushing, supplementation, natural treats or regular dentistry (or, ideally, a combination).

Cow hooves are a great option to replace bones if you’re looking for a long lasting, economical and safe choice that has been documented in academic research to support good dental health.

Do you feed raw bones? If not, how do you keep your pet’s dental health in check? 🦷

23/09/2026

Adaptogenic mushrooms are creating some serious buzz in pet wellness, and for good reason. From a sharp mind to a shiny coat, they restore balance and support your pet’s long-term health from the inside out.

We’ve carefully selected a range of mushrooms to go into our Old Soul and Glow Up functional toppers 👇🏻

🪵 Chaga balances immune function and boosts natural antioxidants to build resilience against oxidative damage (ageing).

🦁 Lion’s Mane sharpens cognitive function and stabilises mood by stimulating nerve growth.

🪸 Maitake helps regulate blood sugar, support heart health, and neutralise free radicals. It’s also rich in beta-glucans that may have anti-cancer properties.

🍁 Reishi boosts immune function and promotes restful sleep while keeping stress levels in check.

🧽 Tremella targets chronic inflammation, fights cellular damage, and locks moisture into the skin and coat.

🦃 Turkey Tail builds immune resilience, regulates inflammation, and encourages overall metabolic balance.

Add nutritious variety to your dog’s (or cat’s) bowl in one simple scoop - tap the link in our bio to shop 🛒

14/09/2026

I’ve never been particularly good at my elevator pitch, because for so long Hunde was an ever-evolving extension of me. As we’ve settled into our rhythm as a product-based business, I’ve not gotten any better at summarising it succinctly. But it’s been a while since I introduced myself, so here’s a little bit about me and the story of Hunde. I’m Clare and I make health foods for dogs and cats ✌🏼

06/09/2026

This seedy guy is our new budget-friendly skin, coat and gut health superstar, made from activated, then cold-milled walnuts, sunflower and pumpkin seeds. This combos targets common nutritional gaps in homemade diets - like zinc, vitamin E and manganese - in a highly bioavailable and whole food form.

These seeds have had some of the oil cold-pressed out of them, making them lower in fat (ie. less likely to cause unintentional weight gain) than whole seeds and nuts, or nut butters. This also means they have a greater concentration of protein, essential minerals and fibre - the main things we are usually seeking from plant based ingredients.

The lower fat content also prevents rancidity, which is a common issue with pre-milled seeds, especially if they’re not cold-milled. Plus that means you can take advantage of our new 300g refill size - bundle with a 150g jar and save, for a more sustainable packaging solution.

05/09/2026

I know you’re not supposed to have favourite children, but Glow Up is giving everyone a run for their money in our house.

I formulated Old Soul for my soul dog Tex when he started to really show signs of age, and I genuinely think it has helped him to continue on with the inevitable march of time. I formulated Glow Up when he was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, because I truly believe in the power of functional mushrooms.

But this blend isn’t intended to only be for sick animals. At the end of the day, so much of Tex’s story is informed by his genetics, and for an old pound dog pushing 14, he’s doing pretty well in that department. Unfortunately the same can’t be said for a lot of modern dogs, not least of all a result of backyard breeding combined with diabolical breeds becoming trendy.

Bad genetics doesn’t just mean cancer; it can manifest all manner of ways, like allergies, autoimmune disease and/or (usually and ) anxiety… The beauty of functional mushrooms is that they’re considered adaptogens, meaning they can help the body to maintain the natural balance of its physiological processes (aka homeostasis).

Adaptogen mushrooms have been consumed in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years, and there is increasingly vast research supporting their benefits to the body, both physiologically and emotionally.

I have chosen four mushrooms that each has a specific area it is known for targeting, and that recur time and time again in our pets as common ailments. Tremella, Maitake, Turkey Tail and Reshi were selected for their capacity to support the skin and coat, the immune system, the digestive system and the mind.

This blend is well over half mushrooms, blende through freeze-dried buffalo liver to disguise the bitterness of the mushrooms and add a potent nutritional boost.

Swipe across to suss the specifics of the ingredients and use the code GLOWUP48 to snag free shipping until tomorrow ✨💌🤟🏼

04/09/2026

New functional toppers ⚡️ LIVE NOW ⚡️

Whether your bestie is advancing in age, itchy af or managing a sensitive tummy, our targeted formulas are designed to target where it matters. Check ‘em out and see for yourself.

As a lil’ sweet launch treat, we’re shouting FREE SHIPPING for the next 48 hours! Just grab any size of Glow Up or Feeling Seedy topper with any of your pet’s faves and enter GLOWUP48 at checkout to get that glow.

Hit the link in our bio to shop before limited stock of these babies runs out.

03/09/2026

Are you ready? Our two NEW functional toppers for the whole fam’ are almost here!

✨ GLOW UP 🍄‍🟫
A functional mushroom blend of reishi, maitake, turkey tail, and tremella mushrooms, specifically formulated to support the health of the mind, immune system, digestion and skin, respectively. Our mushrooms are sourced from the dry fruiting body and double extracted for ideal potency, then paired with freeze-dried Australian buffalo liver for palatability.

🌱 FEELING SEEDY 🌰
This blend of activated sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and walnuts is packed with skin-loving nutrients like vitamin E, zinc and linoleic acid, plus essential minerals, and a good amount of dietary fibre to support the gut and immune function. Made from 100% Australian-grown seeds and nuts, farmed using regenerative methods. They are activated for increased bioavailability and cold-milled to preserve nutrients.

Peep the full ingredient list via the link in our bio. Going live tomorrow at noon AEST 🤘🏻