Augustine Approved

29/08/2026

Some things never change.

Exactly 13 years ago today, I was in my kitchen trialling fresh dog food and supplements, playing with ingredients and trying to create something better.

By complete coincidence, 13 years later, today, I’m back in the kitchen doing exactly the same thing.

I guess that’s what happens when you genuinely love what you do.

We don’t release new products very often. We never have. But when we do, we like to make sure they’re worth the wait and that they make an impact.

Right now, three new products are coming together for release over the coming weeks.

I can almost guarantee you won’t guess what they are or what they do, but we can’t wait to share them with you.

Stay tuned. 👀

22/08/2026

China Just Gave Australia a Wake-Up Call 🇦🇺🇨🇳

An Australian mung bean shipment was reportedly rejected by China after glyphosate residues were detected above China’s permitted limit. But for me, the bigger story is what this says about the assumptions we make about where quality comes from.

Australian doesn’t automatically mean better. Chinese doesn’t automatically mean worse. And certified organic doesn’t mean every producer is equal.

After more than 15 years of sourcing ingredients for Augustine Approved, I’ve learnt that real quality comes down to the grower, the producer, their standards, their processes, their testing and the integrity of the people behind the ingredient.

Some of the finest ingredients we use come not just from Australia, but also from China, and elsewhere around the world. We choose them for one reason: because they’re the best we can find, not because of the flag attached to them and certainly not for price.

This is why we chose certified organic wherever possible from day one, why we build long-term relationships with our suppliers, and why we third-party test.

Country of origin matters. But it doesn’t tell the full story.

Read the full article and watch the video to see what really happens behind the scenes at Augustine Approved.

READ HERE:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/why-country-of-origin-doesn-t-tell-the-full-story

19/08/2026

12/08/2026

The question we get asked more than any other at Augustine Approved…

“Which product should I start with?” 🐶

Ideally, we recommend starting with our Starter Pack, because it brings together our most important foundational products.

But if you’re only going to start with one? Augustine’s SuperBoost mixed well into food with Raw Coconut Oil.

In this quick video, I explain why.

09/08/2026

07/08/2026

We received this email from a customer today, and it really got me thinking.

How many dogs are unnecessarily placed on medications, sometimes for the rest of their lives, before the most fundamental part of their health has even been properly addressed: their diet and nutrition?

I continue to be astounded by how readily medications can become the first line of approach, despite the potential for side effects, without first asking whether the nutritional foundations are right.

To be absolutely clear, I am not claiming that our products treat, cure or manage arthritis, pain or any other disease or medical condition. Nor am I suggesting that anyone should discontinue prescribed medication without consulting their veterinarian.

What I am highlighting is something I have advocated for many years: good nutrition matters.

If the nutritional foundations aren’t right, shouldn’t we address those foundations as part of looking at the bigger picture?

I am not against medication. There are circumstances where medication is necessary, important and even lifesaving. But where medications carry the potential for serious side effects, I believe they should be used judiciously and, where appropriate, after nutrition, lifestyle and other fundamental factors have been properly considered.

This email isn’t my claim. It is one customer’s experience, in her own words.

And regardless of what ultimately explains Minny’s improvement, I couldn’t be happier to hear that she’s doing so well. ❤️

05/08/2026

16 years ago today a little boxer puppy came along and turned life upside down.

Augustine, not a day goes by that I don’t think about you, Faith and Mishka. Your legacy lives on and we continue to help improve the lives of dogs through everything you taught me.

31/07/2026

🌿 The results are in! 🌿

We’re excited to announce that independent laboratory testing has confirmed our 100% Certified Organic Turmeric Powder contains over 6.5% total naturally occurring curcuminoids.

That’s an exceptional result and a testament to the premium quality of the turmeric we source.

This is the very same certified organic turmeric used in Augustine’s SuperBoost, and we’re also excited to announce that it will soon feature in an exciting new product currently in development.

Pure. Potent. Certified Organic. Nothing added—just premium turmeric for your dog.

Stay tuned… 🐶💚