REAL FOOD. SMARTLY PREPARED.
Because we believe your dog deserves the best
Because we believe your dog deserves the best
Real Food. Smartly Prepared.
Because we believe your dog deserves the best
Because we believe your dog deserves the best
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vet formulated
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science guided
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real whole foods
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100% human grade
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ethically sourced
At 5 Hounds, we don’t overcook or overprocess. Instead, we prepare our meals using a precision method that locks in the good stuff - taste, texture, and essential nutrients - while keeping your dog safe and thriving.
Why Our Gently Cooked Approach Matters
Every 5 Hounds meal is cooked at exactly 75°C - the sweet spot for preserving what matters and eliminating what doesn’t.
That temperature is no accident. It’s backed by research showing that food safety isn’t just about hitting a high heat - it’s about holding the right balance of time × temperature.
The result? A meal that tastes like food, digests like food, and works like food - because it is food.
A Process Built by a Vet (Not a Factory)
Dr Will didn’t want to create just another dog food. He wanted to raise the bar by using whole ingredients, minimal processing, and scientific care in every step.
That’s why we cook in small batches, using a refined technique that protects protein integrity, flavour, and nutrient availability.
It’s a method that’s gentle enough to nourish, but exact enough to trust.
GENTLY COOKED DOG FOOD BENEFITS
There are many benefits to gently cooking your dog food. Here are just a few:
NUTRIENT RETENTION
NUTRIENT RETENTION
Cooking at a consistent, lower temperature (75°C) helps preserve essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that are often lost in high-heat cooking. This means your dog benefits from more of the goodness naturally found in real ingredients.
IMPROVED DIGESTION
IMPROVED DIGESTION
Especially important if your dog has a more sensitive stomach, gently cooked food can be easier for dogs to digest, as the cooking process breaks down proteins and carbohydrates, making them more bioavailable.
ENHANCED PALATABILITY
ENHANCED PALATABILITY
This lightly cooked dog food method preserves the natural flavours and juices of the ingredients, helping to increase the appeal and palatability of the food to some dogs.
PREMIUM QUALITY INGREDIENTS
PREMIUM QUALITY INGREDIENTS
Unlike other commercial dog food brands, gently cooked dog food like 5 Hounds uses high-quality, whole food ingredients without the need for preservatives, fillers, or artificial additives, ensuring a healthier diet for your dog.
GREATER QUALITY CONTROL
GREATER QUALITY CONTROL
Our science-backed cooking process uses precise temperature control to avoid overcooking or undercooking - ensuring every batch is prepared safely and consistently. This small-batch approach helps us maintain the highest standards for food safety, texture, and nutritional value.
REDUCED ALLERGENICITY
REDUCED ALLERGENICITY
Especially important to dogs suffering from food sensitivities or allergies, this gentle cooking process can aid the reduction of potential allergens.
EASY CONVENIENCE
EASY CONVENIENCE
One of the greatest challenges for any pet parent is how to store countless containers of your dog’s food. With 5 Hounds, our gently cooked dog food can be portioned and stored easily. This makes mealtime more convenient for you, whilst still ensuring your dog receives high-quality nutrition.
Discover the benefits of lightly cooked food for your dog today.
