As Nature Intended

17/10/2026

Two Issues in Pet Food That Are Not Monitored

🐾 PET FOOD REGULATION: ARE WE REALLY GETTING THE ASSURANCES WE THINK WE ARE?

When we buy food for our dogs and cats, we naturally expect that what’s printed on the label reflects what’s actually in the bag or tin — and that the food provides the nutrients our pets need.

But how much independent verification is taking place?

An article I’m sharing raises some important questions about pet food regulation, including the monitoring of nutritional adequacy claims, ingredient labelling and the extent of routine testing carried out by regulatory authorities.

It also highlights concerns about pet food recalls involving vitamin and mineral imbalances, as well as research that has identified undeclared ingredients in some tested products.

💡 This raises an important question: how much are we relying on manufacturers to police themselves?

For pet parents, this is about more than choosing a brand based on its reputation, marketing or claims on the packaging. It’s about transparency, accountability and knowing what we are feeding our pets.

🐕 What can you do?

✔️ Ask pet food manufacturers what routine testing they conduct on their ingredients and finished products.

✔️ Find out whether they participate in independent third-party audits.

✔️ Look beyond the marketing and ask questions about quality control and transparency.

✔️ Stay informed and make decisions based on evidence, not just advertising.

At As Nature Intended, we believe that informed pet parents are better equipped to advocate for their animals. Understanding how pet food is regulated is an important part of that journey.

📖 Link in the comments

As always, I encourage you to read the original source, explore the information presented and draw your own conclusions.

💬 Have you ever asked a pet food manufacturer about its testing and quality-control procedures?
I'd be interested to hear about your experiences.

17/10/2026

"Join Homeopathic Veterinary Surgeon Chris Aukland for his live online Foundation Course in Pet Homeopathy, starting 22nd October.
Chris has arranged an exclusive £50 discount for Helios customers and subscribers, which can also be used with the six-month payment plan.
Simply enter code PET4HELIOS-50 at checkout.
Places are limited, and enrolment closes at midnight on 29th October. The course runs just once a year and has sold out in previous years, so book now to avoid disappointment.
Go to for full details"

Join Homeopathic Veterinary Surgeon Chris Aukland for his live online Foundation Course in Pet Homeopathy, starting 22nd October.

Chris has arranged an exclusive £50 discount for Helios customers and subscribers, which can also be used with the six-month payment plan.

Simply enter code PET4HELIOS-50 at checkout.

Places are limited, and enrolment closes at midnight on 29th October. The course runs just once a year and has sold out in previous years, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Go to for full details.

16/10/2026

14/10/2026

Greenpet helps clear up a myth.

05/10/2026

🐾 WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM AUSTRALIAN SENIOR-DOG PET PARENTS
What changes have you noticed in your dog as they've grown older?

We're exploring Senior Dogs: Treats, Chews & Changing Needs as part of our ongoing work developing educational resources for the As Nature Intended community.

We're interested in the real-world experience of living with senior dogs — including changes in chewing ability, food preferences, the ways treats and chews are used, and the many factors that influence the choices we make for an individual dog.
Because choosing something for a senior dog isn't necessarily as simple as:
“They're old, so they need soft treats.”

Every dog is an individual….
Breed, size, dental history, chewing ability, preferences, purpose, lifestyle and many other factors can all form part of the picture.

And sometimes the best thing we can do is simply listen to what our dog is telling us.

We're conducting a short survey to learn more about the experiences of Australian senior-dog guardians.

The information gathered will help us develop future ANI educational resources, including our Oral & Dental Health Series.

🐾 Australian senior-dog guardians — we'd love your input.
It takes approximately 5–7 minutes:

👉 https://forms.gle/gJFaiSXASANLjU947

Thank you for helping us learn from the experiences of the people who know their dogs best. ❤️

As our dogs age, their needs, preferences and abilities can change — sometimes gradually, sometimes quite unexpectedly. I'm interested in learning from Australian pet parents who live with senior dogs (7+) and purchase dehydrated treats or chews online. How you use treats, chews and other food pro...

29/09/2026

Dr Judy Morgan may be in your town. - get your tickets now!

On Friday 16 October, internationally recognised veterinarian Dr Judy Morgan will be speaking in Newcastle about “Six Ways to Keep Pets Naturally Healthy.”
Dr Judy brings together conventional veterinary care, nutrition and practical approaches to supporting pets’ long-term health. It’s a lovely opportunity to hear her speak in person and take home ideas you can implement with your own pet.
20% of ticket sales will be donated to Dog Rescue Newcastle.

Doors opening at 7 pm.

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Renowned holistic veterinarian, educator, and author, Dr Judy presents actionable insights into integrative care, preventative wellness, and whole-dog health

27/09/2026

LAST CHANCE FOR EARLY TICKETS
Canine Masters 2026 is almost here, and Early Bird tickets officially end tomorrow, Sunday 27 September at midnight.
After that, tickets increase to $95.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us at The Capitol in Melbourne, now is the time. Secure your ticket before the price goes up — and while you’re there, don’t forget to reserve one of our strictly limited Canine Masters Show Bags, packed with over $300 worth of genuine, full-size products for just $79.

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Canine Masters is Australia’s premier natural canine health event, bringing together world-leading experts, passionate dog lovers and innovative ideas.

27/09/2026

Dr Jason Crean, Avian Nutrition & Education's Post.

Just like all other animals... "It is critical that birds consume fresh fruits, veg, soaked and sprouted items, etc for optimal health. They can “survive” on lower quality foods but at what cost? Birds thrive on whole, fresh foods, not on a reductionist diet made up mostly of a single processed food. Your bird doesn’t like fresh foods? It’s your responsibility to change that! That pellet (or seeds) simply does NOT provide everything they need."

I recently was invited to give a talk on the evolution of avian nutrition over the course of the past few decades and this is where I ended: the WHOLE FOOD MATRIX. This is something pet food manufacturers ignore (and often want you to ignore) because this matrix includes hundreds of important compounds that don’t show up on product labels.

The takeaway: There are hundreds of bioactive compounds found in any single whole food, whether it be fruit, veg, or other, that simply cannot be replicated in a processed pellet.

It is critical that birds consume fresh fruits, veg, soaked and sprouted items, etc for optimal health. They can “survive” on lower quality foods but at what cost? Birds thrive on whole, fresh foods, not on a reductionist diet made up mostly of a single processed food. Your bird doesn’t like fresh foods? It’s your responsibility to change that! That pellet simply does NOT provide everything they need.

24/09/2026

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