pantry pup
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pantry pup. Allergy friendly. Cooked in small batches.

Gently cooked ostrich meals for dogs with allergies and itchy skin. Frozen in 500g packs and delivered to your door.

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  • Single protein: ostrich
  • No beef, no chicken
  • R75 per 500g
Our story

It started with our own dog

Our 10 year old Boston terrier is fussy and a real foodie, but his allergies got the better of him. He was overweight, losing his hair, his skin was dry and flaky and his back legs were weak. We tried raw, then other proteins. Nothing helped.

So we started cooking for him ourselves, with ostrich as the main ingredient. It was the best decision we could have made. Three years on, he barely needs the vet and keeps up with our toddlers.

We wanted to share the Pantry Pup experience with other dogs who have the same struggles. Our meals are cooked in small batches and frozen the same day. We hope they make a difference to your pup's life too.

Our 10 year old Boston terrier lying on the lawn
The pup who started it all.
Plans & pricing

How much does my dog need?

Every pack is 500g and costs R75. Choose a 2 week or 4 week plan. Enter your dog's weight to see the daily portion and the cost.

kg
Plan
Per day250g
Packs7
Food totalR525

Plus delivery: R40 to Waterfall and surrounds, R80 elsewhere in Johannesburg.

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R75per 500g pack
R150 per kg, every size dog
Try us out4 x 500g starter pack, R320A taster before you choose a plan. One starter pack per dog.
Dog's weightPer day2 weeks4 weeks
4 to 10kg250gR525R1,050
10 to 20kg500gR1,050R2,100
20 to 32kg750gR1,575R3,150
32 to 38kg1kgR2,100R4,200

Under 4kg or over 38kg? Send us a message and we'll work out a portion for your dog. Very active dogs may need a little more.

Pantry Pup is a full meal, not a topper. Phase it in over 7 to 10 days, then feed it on its own.

What's inside

One protein, nothing hidden

Ostrich mince (44%), white rice, butternut, sweet potato, brown lentils, green beans, ostrich liver (4%), ostrich fat (2%), calcium carbonate and probiotic.

  • No beef
  • No chicken
  • No carrots
  • No seed oils
  • No added salt

Nutrition

Every batch is made to be as close to complete and balanced as possible. We always recommend adding a good canine multivitamin and Efazol to your dog's daily routine.

Storage

Keep frozen. Thaw overnight in the fridge and use within 3 days. Do not refreeze. Do not microwave, because the heat kills the probiotics.

Typical analysis

  • Crude protein11.7%
  • Crude fat2.8%
  • Crude fibre1.4%
  • Minerals1.6%
  • Calcium0.18%
  • Moisture66%
  • Energy140 kcal per 100g
How ordering works

From our kitchen to your freezer

  1. Order

    Send us your dog's weight and plan on WhatsApp.

  2. Orders close Tuesday

    We cook your batch fresh that week.

  3. Delivery

    Thursday or Friday, frozen and vacuum sealed. R40 to Waterfall and surrounds, R80 elsewhere in Johannesburg.

  4. Feed

    Thaw one pack at a time in the fridge and serve.

Questions

Good to know

Why ostrich?

A 2016 review of published studies looked at 297 dogs with confirmed food allergies. The most common triggers were beef (34%), dairy (17%), chicken (15%) and wheat (13%). Our recipe contains none of these.

Ostrich is a novel protein for most dogs, meaning they have not eaten it before. That is why vets often use an unfamiliar protein when looking for a food a sensitive dog can tolerate. Ostrich is also lean: the mince we use has 21.4g protein and 2.7g fat per 100g.

How do I switch my dog over?

Phase Pantry Pup in over 7 to 10 days so your dog's tummy can adjust.

Days 1 to 3: a quarter Pantry Pup, three quarters old food.
Days 4 to 6: half and half.
Days 7 to 9: three quarters Pantry Pup.
From day 10: Pantry Pup only.

Can I use it as a topper?

Pantry Pup is made to be your dog's whole meal, not a topper. Mix it with the old food only while you phase it in. Once the switch is done, feed Pantry Pup on its own. Other food in the bowl can bring back the ingredients your dog reacts to, and our feeding guide portions are for Pantry Pup alone.

Does my dog need supplements?

We recommend a daily canine multivitamin and an omega oil such as Efazol alongside our food. Ask us if you are not sure what to use.

Where do you deliver?

R40 to Waterfall and surrounds, and R80 elsewhere in Johannesburg. Outside Johannesburg, send us a message and we'll quote you.

Storage and thawing instructions

Keep packs frozen until you need them. Thaw one pack overnight in the fridge and use it within 3 days. Do not refreeze.

Forgot to take one out? Place the sealed pack in a bowl of cold water and it will thaw in about 30 minutes. Use it straight away, or keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Do not microwave or use hot water, because the heat kills the probiotics.

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Tell a friend about us. When they place their first order and give your name, you get 10% off your next order.

One referral discount per order. Food only, not delivery. Maximum R150 off.

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