Frequently Asked Questions

You’ve heard it before, ‘you are what you eat’ - and this is just as relevant for your pet as it is to you. A good diet is crucial to your pet’s overall health and wellbeing.

At Forthglade our aim has remained the same since we opened our doors in 1971; to produce simple, wholesome & natural meals for dogs which provide them with the nourishment they deserve. You only need to see and smell our food to appreciate the quality.

Our pet food is more expensive than some other brands because we only use good quality meat, fish and other nutritionally rich premium ingredients.

We strongly believe against adding any ‘junk’ or 'fillers' to our meals, to produce the best quality products we can.

Our Forthglade recipes are natural (with added vitamins and minerals in our complete ranges and selected treats). Each wet recipe is free from artificial colours and flavours.

We live by a ‘free from junk and fillers’ promise, so you can be confident your four-legged friend is getting wholesome, quality nutrition at mealtimes.

Our pet foods are tested by independent laboratories to ensure they are safe and meet nutritional standards. We are regularly audited under the BRCGS for Food Safety, and by APHA (previously known as DEFRA), as part of our commitment to high manufacturing and safety standards.

Each dental stick is 97 Kcal.

Dental sticks and treats should only make up 10% of your dogs daily energy requirement.

Like human foods, herbs & botanicals are used because of their natural benefits. For details of all our ingredients and their benefits to our pet’s health please refer to the ingredients page.

We have specific recipes which contain liver - this ingredient is categorised as an animal derivative, but we use it because of it's rich nutritional value and therefore we're happy to state it on the front of our pack.

We don't use any animal derivatives that offer little or no nutritional value to your dog.

Our honesty promise means that what you see is what you get - if it says chicken, then it's chicken we use in the recipe!

On average the calorie content of our complete wet recipes is 120-145 Kcal per 100g. The calorie content varies depending on the meat used in the recipe.

Our white fish recipes are at the lowest end of the calorie scale. Each recipe will contain detailed nutritional information both on the product page and product when sent.

On average, the calorie content of our Just 90% complementary food is 120-140 Kcal per 100g - slightly less than our complete meals because it's only part of the meal

Our lightly baked range contains 50% protein

Natural tocopherols (part of the vitamin E family of compounds) are antioxidants derived from vegetable oils. They are used to help maintain freshness and stability in oils and fats.

Some dog foods avoid using beef due to potential sensitivities in certain dogs, that can be the case with any protein. Additionally, beef can be more expensive than other protein sources, so some brands may choose to use more affordable options like chicken or turkey. We strive to include variety across our whole range which is why we've opted to include beef across our wet recipes. For dogs that tolerate beef well, it remains a highly nutritious and flavourful choice, a great protein for everyday use or a special treat!

Both turkey and chicken are great protein options for dogs, but the best choice depends on your dog’s specific needs. Turkey is leaner and may be preferred for dogs on a lower fat diet. Chicken is also highly digestible and provides a rich source of protein.

If your dog has any sensitivities or specific health concerns, it’s always worth speaking to your vet for tailored advice.

You can also see an unbiased rating of our dog food on All About Dog Food here.

While chicken is generally a safe and nutritious option for most dogs, some may develop sensitivities. If your dog shows signs of discomfort, such as itching or digestive upset, it’s best to consult with a vet and explore alternative protein sources. However, chicken remains one of the most commonly tolerated proteins to include in your dogs diet.

In order to provide your senior dog with the best possible nutrition for their life stage, we've increased the amount of lower calorie vegetables alongside wholegrain brown rice whilst reducing the quantity of higher fat ingredients.

This change helps to keep the calorie content of the food where it needs to be for older dogs who typically have slower metabolisms whilst still delivering them the expert nutrition they need to support their overall health & wellbeing.

Our pet foods are tested by independent laboratories to ensure they are safe and meet nutritional standards. We are regularly audited under the BRCGS for Food Safety, and by APHA (previously known as DEFRA), as part of our commitment to high manufacturing and safety standards.

Lamb and chicken both offer excellent nutritional benefits, but for dogs with sensitivities to chicken, lamb can be the better option. It’s rich in protein and essential nutrients, and often easier to digest for dogs with intolerances. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, lamb-based recipes like ours are a great alternative to chicken.

Lamb can be a suitable protein option for some dogs with food sensitivities, particularly if they haven’t been exposed to it before. As with any dietary concern, it’s important to choose a recipe that suits your individual dog’s needs.

Our hypoallergenic dog food made with lamb are carefully formulated to provide balanced, complete nutrition. If your dog has specific dietary concerns, we recommend speaking to your vet before making changes to their diet.

Yes – fish-based dog food is an excellent choice for many dogs. Fish is a highly digestible protein source, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which promote a healthy coat, support joint function and aid heart health. It’s also ideal for dogs with sensitivities to other proteins such as chicken or beef.

The ingredient percentages shown on pack are absolute percentages of key ingredients. The remaining percentage is made up of other ingredients in the recipe, such as minerals and water content, which are not always individually listed within the highlighted percentages.

We only ever use good quality meat and fish. We source a large proportion of our ingredients from within the UK, alongside trusted overseas suppliers who meet our strict quality and safety standards.

In our Just 90% complementary wet recipes, we add seaweed extract, sodium carbonate and potassium chloride. All other minerals present in the product occur naturally from the ingredients themselves.

We’ve used Sweet Potato as a delicious and nutritious complex carbohydrate (that most dogs love!), in place of things like grains to ensure that each meal is nutritionally balanced for your dog(s).

Sweet potato is also a great source of Vitamin A and energy within your dog’s diet.

Yes!
Our Salmon Oil contains 99.5% salmon oil, along with 0.5% antioxidants (natural tocopherols) to help maintain freshness.

Liver is rich in a wide range of vitamins and minerals than can support your dog’s overall health & wellbeing.

Surprisingly, beef is a richer protein which comes with a lower fat content, both of these things make it a super tasty option for dog food. It's a rich source of high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals, which help to support muscle health, boost energy, and promote a shiny coat. Overall beef is an easily digestible protein that provides essential nutrients that support your dog’s overall health and well-being.

Don't forget, if switching to a new diet, even with easily digestible proteins such as beef, switching still takes time and should be a gradual change. Here's a helpful blog on changing your dogs diet to help give advice around a successful switch.

We definitely think so! Turkey dog food is an widely accepted as a good choice for dogs as it's a lean, easily digestible protein source that provides essential nutrients. Turkey supports muscle health, boosts energy, and promotes a healthy coat, making it a great option for most dogs, especially those with food sensitivities.

That's not to say that for some dogs it won't disagree with them, but largely due to the low fat content, turkey is a great option for your dogs diet. Don't forget, if switching to a new diet, even with easily digestible proteins such as Turkey, switching still takes time and should be a gradual change. Here's a helpful blog on changing your dogs diet to help give advice around a successful switch.

Yes, chicken dog food is an excellent choice for dogs. It's a highly digestible source of protein that supports muscle growth, boosts energy, and promotes overall health. Rich in essential nutrients, amino acids and chicken it's a great option for dogs of all breeds and life stages.

Don't forget, if switching to a new diet, even with easily digestible proteins such as chicken, switching still takes time and should be a gradual change. Here's a helpful blog on changing your dogs diet to help give advice around a successful switch.

Our Forthglade meals for senior dogs are a lighter meal that contains 15% less fat than our adult recipes. They can be fed to all dogs no matter their age. Each tray contains 60% protein and are made using good quality ingredients and we don’t add any unnecessary oils or fat.

The lighter calorie content can help support your dog in maintaining a healthy weight.

Our Forthglade recipes are natural (with added vitamins and minerals in our complete ranges and selected treats). Each wet recipe is free from artificial colours and flavours.

We live by a ‘free from junk and fillers’ promise, so you can be confident your four-legged friend is getting wholesome, quality nutrition at mealtimes.

While lamb is generally well tolerated, a sudden switch or poor-quality lamb dog food can cause tummy upsets. At Forthglade, we use high-quality, natural ingredients and recommend transitioning gradually over 5–7 days to allow your dog’s digestion to adjust. If diarrhoea persists, consult your vet.

Ocean fish in dog food typically refers to a blend of sustainably sourced fish such as pollock, salmon or herring. These fish are naturally rich in protein and beneficial fats. At Forthglade, we use responsibly sourced ocean fish in our recipes, gently cooked to preserve taste and nutritional value.

We have a range of grain free recipes which can be found on our grain free page, perfect for even the most sensitive tummies. Please note that we produce our grain free dog food recipes in a factory that does also handle products containing grains.

When changing a pet’s diet it’s crucial to do it gradually in order to be gentle on their digestive system.

Ideally the new diet should be added to their current food in very small portions over a 5 day period, increasing this small amount each day until eventually you are feeding your pet 100% Forthglade.

Here is some advice from Dr James Greenwood, Media Vet and Forthglade Ambassador:

"When transitioning your dog onto a new diet, it is particularly important to do this gradually and to avoid any sudden changes. This allows your dog’s digestive system to adapt with the switch and remain in balance. As a minimum, allow 5 full days to gradually reduce their current diet whilst simultaneously increasing their new food with each meal. For dogs with sensitive tummies, go even slower and transition over 1-2 weeks"

Elderly pets have specific dietary requirements as they have smaller appetites, burn less energy and benefit from highly digestible foods.

All Forthglade meals are natural and full of wholesome goodness and gentle enough for all ages. We produce complete wet meals specifically designed for senior dogs (7 years+) which contain additional glucosamine & chondroitin to support their joints & bones. Our senior recipes contain 15% less fat and extra Omega-3 from salmon oil.

Our Forthglade meals for senior dogs are a lighter meal that can be fed to adult or senior dogs no matter their age.

A Forthglade diet may be able to aid weight loss if appropriate portion controls are followed. Speak to your vet to be confident what amount of food is most suitable for your individual pet, alongside an appropriate exercise routine.

Pets are great at keeping themselves properly hydrated, so you should ensure that they have access to clean fresh water 24 hours a day.

All Forthglade meals are natural, full of wholesome goodness and gentle enough for all dogs from 2 months+.

Our puppy recipes contain a tailored mix of vitamins & minerals specifically designed for puppies, and include Salmon Oil which is rich in Omega-3 and widely recognised to support your puppy’s growing joints and cognitive development. We carefully selected proteins to match your bouncy puppy's needs.

Pregnant and nursing pets have specific nutritional requirements. Our puppy recipes are formulated and tested to meet the nutritional guidelines for growth and reproduction.

While our adult recipes are complete and balanced for maintenance, they are not specifically formulated or tested to meet reproductive nutritional guidelines. If you’re unsure which recipe is best during this life stage, we recommend speaking with your vet.

Many breeders across the UK are proud to both use and recommend Forthglade.

Our Forthglade meals for senior dogs are a lighter meal that contains 15% less fat than our adult recipes. They can be fed to all dogs no matter their age. Each tray contains 60% protein and are made using good quality ingredients and we don’t add any unnecessary oils or fat.

The lighter calorie content can help support your dog in maintaining a healthy weight.

Sadly, many pet foods use colourings and flavourings which can massively effect animal behaviour and concentration.

Following a healthy, natural diet can have a positive impact on your pet’s behaviour, making them happier, healthier and calmer. We our proud that our wet food range contains no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

You can safely store your opened trays of Forthglade wet meals in the fridge for up to two days after opening, without any compromise to quality or flavour.

You can check the best before date on the box, trays or bags of food. Our wet food has a maximum shelf life of 18 months from the date of manufacture. Dry food shelf life is shorter, please refer to the date printed on pack for the most accurate information.

We’ve not formally tested freezing our wet dog food, so we can’t guarantee the impact on quality or texture. If you do choose to freeze it, transfer the contents into a freezer-safe container and use within three months.

Yes!

We do not store any payment card information and our staff do not have access to your card number or any other payment details. Our payment partner, Stripe, is a very large specialist ecommerce payments processor who must adhere to strict rules around data security.

We hope that you and your pet will be very happy with our foods, however if for any reason you are not satisfied, we are happy for you to return the goods to us.

Please see our Delivery & Returns page for more information.

Once you've added items to your basket, you'll need to register your details with us in order to complete your purchase - we'll save your details to speed up the ordering process for you next time around. 

We won't send you any marketing e-mails unless you request to be opted in, but we will send you e-mails relating to any purchases e.g. receipt & delivery details.

Orders with standard delivery can take up to 5 business days to arrive, but will usually arrive much faster.

We'll send our delicious dinners with DHL or Evri, depending on how big your order is. It's not possible to select which courier your order is sent with, so small orders will be sent with Evri, and larger orders will be sent with DHL.

Free Delivery Eligibility
When your subscription order totals £10 or more (after discounts are applied), you’ll enjoy free delivery.
For orders under £10, a £1.99 delivery charge will be added at checkout and to all future recurring orders until your subscription total reaches £10 or more.

Please note: Sometimes your subscription can fall out of sync and multiple orders can be placed. If any single order is under £10, the £1.99 delivery charge will still apply. You can consolidate subscriptions in the management portal to avoid this.

If you believe you have been incorrectly charged, please contact our Customer Services team, who will be happy to help.

Top Up Your Subscription Anytime
Need a little extra to meet the free delivery threshold? You can add products to your subscription at any time to take your total over £10, giving you free delivery and a few more favourites for your four-legged friend.

Next Day Delivery
All subscription orders are sent on a next day delivery service to mainland UK addresses, so you never have to wait long for your Forthglade favourites.

If you need your Forthglade feast fast, place your order with Next Day delivery before 6pm (Mon-Thurs).

Orders placed on Friday will be dispatched same-day for delivery on the next working day (usually Monday, unless it's a Bank Holiday).

Our packing team are super efficient, so it's usually not possible for us to cancel or change an order once it's been processed. Be sure to double-check your order before placing it! If you need any assistance, however, our Customer Service are on hand on info@forthglade.com

It’s easy, simply browse the Forthglade website for your favourite recipes. Then on the product page, select ‘subscribe and save’ and choose how often you would like your delivery. Checkout as normal and your subscription will be in place.

You are free to cancel your subscription or any subscription products at any time.

1. Once you've signed in, use the 'Manage subscription' button
2. You will see a breakdown of all your products, use the arrow to select the product you want to cancel
3. You can swap the product, skip, reschedule or cancel
4. Click cancel and you’ll be prompted to give your reason for cancellation.
5. Once you’ve selected a reason, click next, then cancel and the product subscription will be cancelled.
6. You will receive an email confirming this.

Please be aware if you wish to cancel all your subscriptions, currently the only way to do this is individually per product. You will receive a subscription cancelled confirmation each time.

Yes, this can be done easily within the subscription section of your Forthglade account. You can either skip the whole order or individual products.

To skip a whole order: Click “Skip”

To skip individual products:

1. Go to subscriptions: Click “Manage Subscription.”
2. Select your subscription: Open the one you want to change.This opens a new window: Click “Skip”
3. Confirm: Your next scheduled delivery or product will be skipped, and the following one will process as normal.
4. Check confirmation: Look for an update in your account or a confirmation email.

As a subscriber you have full flexibility to edit your subscription at anytime, keeping your subscription active rather than cancelling keeps any rewards or credits you have saved.

1. Open subscriptions: Click “Manage Subscription” to see your active plan.
2. Edit subscription: Select the subscription you want to change.
3. Change frequency: Pick how often you’d like deliveries (You can choose to schedule your orders every 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks)
4. Or chose a specific day: Please be aware that your orders process date is not the same day your order will be delivered. Once your order is processed the order is created to be dispatched by our team.
5. Save changes: Confirm and save your new schedule.
6. Check next order: Make sure the next process date looks right.
7. Confirm: Look for a confirmation email.

Once you’ve set up your subscription it will run indefinitely based on the delivery frequency you have chosen.

You can change, skip or cancel in the subscription section of your Forthglade account.

When you subscribe you join our Rewards Program. Gain credits and free gifts to redeem against your subscription, and always save 10% off no code needed.

1. Automatic discount: All subscriptions include 10% off, applied automatically.
2. Discount codes: You cannot use additional discount or promo codes from the main website on subscription orders.
3. We occasionally offer unique discount codes for subscription customers which can be applied in the portal. These will come to you directly via email.
4. Any subscription orders taken out during a onsite promotion will revert back to the usual RRP with -10% for subsequent orders

As a subscriber you will earn credits depending on your order value and subscription duration. You can either use them automatically every order if available or save them.

1. View your order: Open your next subscription order.
2. Check credits: Look for your credit balance in the Credits section.
3. Apply credits: Click "Auto-apply” They will now apply automatically when available
4. Please note: Credits can only be used on subscription orders

Free Delivery Eligibility
When your subscription order totals £10 or more (after discounts are applied), you’ll enjoy free delivery.
For orders under £10, a £1.99 delivery charge will be added at checkout and to all future recurring orders until your subscription total reaches £10 or more.

Please note: Sometimes your subscription can fall out of sync and multiple orders can be placed. If any single order is under £10, the £1.99 delivery charge will still apply. You can consolidate subscriptions in the management portal to avoid this.

If you believe you have been incorrectly charged, please contact our Customer Services team, who will be happy to help.

Top Up Your Subscription Anytime
Need a little extra to meet the free delivery threshold? You can add products to your subscription at any time to take your total over £10, giving you free delivery and a few more favourites for your four-legged friend.

Next Day Delivery
All subscription orders are sent on a next day delivery service to mainland UK addresses, so you never have to wait long for your Forthglade favourites.

Once you have subscribed you will receive an email confirming your subscription order. The email will include a link to your account which is where you can manage your subscription.

Your first order will be placed and arrive as normal. All future orders will be placed automatically based on your selected delivery frequency. We will take payment at the time each order is processed and will deliver using our express delivery service. 

We’ll email you before each delivery so that you know it is coming soon and you can change or skip if required.

This can be done easily within the subscription section of your Forthglade account.

Active Subscriptions: You can manage your order dates, the frequency of your deliveries, the quantity and you can skip your next order or process now.
Adding Items: You can add products to your subscription order as either a continual new subscription or a one time order.
Managing a individual product: This allows you to swap this product for a different product or skip this specific item
Billing or delivery information: This can be managed in the subscription section of your Forthglade account

Yes, you can process the payment for your next order at anytime which will send to our team for dispatch.

1. Go to subscriptions: Click “View your next order"
2. Choose “Send Now”: This option lets you process the next order immediately instead of waiting for your next process date.
3. Confirm: Approve the change, and your order will be processed right away.
4. Check confirmation: Look for an email or updated status in your account. Your order will be dispatched shortly and you will be notified.

You can view your upcoming deliveries within the subscription section of your Forthglade account.

You can order most recipes from our range of wet food, dry food and treats however our starter pack, taster packs, birthday box and limited edition recipes are excluded.

Simply look for the subscribe and save option on the product page to begin creating your subscription.

If a subscription is taken out during a promotional period and an additional discount is applied, the price will automatically revert to the 10% subscriber discount on full price products.

Sometimes if you have skipped or paused individual products or they are on different delivery frequencies they will not be in the same upcoming order. This can cause split orders.

1. Go to subscriptions: Click “Manage Subscription"
2. Check which products are in your next order: If you orders are split over different frequencies you need to manage the product not in the order and add to the upcoming order.
3. Move next order date: Confirm the product has moved to your next upcoming order
4. Check Frequency: If you want your items to dispatch at the same time every order check the frequency is the same across all products. If you don’t change them to be the same the products will fall out of alignment again.
5. Change the frequency to match: Inside ‘manage this subscription’ update the product to match the other in your upcoming order.

Once you have an active subscription with us, you’re automatically part of our rewards program! That means you’ll get access to exclusive benefits, like credits based on your order value, surprise free gifts in your orders, special competitions, and even discounts!

Learn more about Subscription Rewards

To earn and keep your rewards, you’ll need an active subscription. An active subscription is ordering at least once every 6 months. If you cancel all your subscription items, any saved credits or rewards will be cleared. If you decide to restart your subscription later, you’ll be eligible for to earn new rewards again.

We want to surprise our subscribers with a range of different free gifts and maybe encourage you to try something new!

We've got clear T&Cs for our Subscription Rewards Program available here. If you have any more questions or need assistance, our friendly customer service team is here to help. Learn More

Don’t worry— as long as you have at least one product on our subscription plan, your rewards are safe! If you ever need to take a break, we recommend swapping products instead of cancelling them completely, or simply pausing your subscription. Just a quick reminder, to keep your subscription active, make sure you place an subscription order at least once every 6 months!

Each order is unique! We like to keep things exciting, so what reward you get will vary depending on your subscription streak. We want to surprise and delight you with something different every order.

Subscription credits are like little bonuses you earn as you continue with your subscription. You can track and manage them in your subscription portal, and use them to save on future subscription orders. Credits can only be used on subscription orders and not elsewhere on Forthglade.com

If your dog isn’t able to enjoy the free gift, we’d love for you to pass it along! we kindly ask that you donate it to a local shelter or gift it to another dog owner.

Every now and then, we'll treat our subscribers with special voucher codes or gift cards. These can be used for one-off purchases, but please note, they can't be applied to your subscription. We know it might seem a bit unusual for a subscription reward, but we love offering our loyal subscribers the chance to enjoy exclusive discounts on special products—like our limited edition items and saver bundles—that aren't included in your subscription plan!

No, your account is set up so that the discount will automatically apply once you order reaches the minimum order value.

No, because this applies further discount and you are already benefitting from a large discount we don't allow our trade customers to have subscriptions.

Delivery is always free based on the minimum order quantities. If placing a sizeable order, we may contact you to arrange pallet delivery for maximum efficiency and to avoid items getting damaged in transit.

The trade discount applies to all full priced goods on www.forthgladetrade.com only. It is not transferrable across other online retailers or to any of our stockists.

On average the calorie content of our complete wet recipes is 120-145 Kcal per 100g. The calorie content varies depending on the meat used in the recipe.

Our white fish recipes are at the lowest end of the calorie scale. Each recipe will contain detailed nutritional information both on the product page and product when sent.

On average, the calorie content of our Just 90% complementary food is 120-140 Kcal per 100g - slightly less than our complete meals because it's only part of the meal

Grains aren't something to be worried about unless your dog has an allergy or intolerance to them.

The natural fibre found in our wholegrains are easily digestible promoting healthy digestion.

Some of our customers like to mix and match between grain free and wholegrain recipes, opting for wholegrain before particularly long walks or intensive exercise. Or they simply feed just to keep their dog topped up.

Oats are a great alternative source of carbohydrates for dogs that may be sensitive to wheat, as well as being a great source of protein, fibre and a range of vitamins that can contribute to your dog’s overall health and wellbeing.

Our senior recipes contain higher levels of Glucosamine & Chondroitin as well as Salmon Oil, rich in Omega-3, to support your dog's joints & bones during their senior years.

In addition, our senior recipes are 15% lower in fat than our equivalent adult recipes in order to help support your dog to maintain a healthy weight as they move into their (usually a little slower) senior years.

In the short term, you can of course feed a Senior recipe to your adult dog, however we would recommend moving to an adult recipe when it is convenient to do so to ensure that your dog is getting the tailored nutrition they need for their current life stage and to avoid any unwanted weight loss.

Much like us, as dogs get older, they tend to slow down a little and become less active – so it’s important to provide a calorie controlled diet to maintain a healthy weight during their senior years.

Our new recipes are designed to be lighter than adult recipes so that portion size doesn’t need to reduce for senior dogs.

In the short term, you can of course feed a puppy recipe to your adult dog, however we would recommend moving to an adult recipe when it is convenient to do so to ensure that your dog is getting the tailored nutrition they need for their current life stage, which is a little different to young dogs in their first 12 months.

It can seem a little odd to imagine that you’d feed a larger amount of food to a smaller dog than a fully grown one, but this is entirely normal.

Puppies go through a significant period of growth & development during the first 12 months of their life, and they require a larger amount of food to help support this.

As your dog moves from the puppy to adult phase of their life, you should expect to decrease the amount of food you feed to help them maintain a healthy weight as an adult dog.

We’ve not formally tested freezing our wet dog food, so we can’t guarantee the impact on quality or texture. If you do choose to freeze it, transfer the contents into a freezer-safe container and use within three months.

There are great benefits to both wet and dry dog foods and it normally comes down to personal preference.

With its stronger smell, taste and softer texture, wet food may be a better option for fussy eaters and older dogs. On the other hand, dry dog food may be that don’t finish their meals all at once, or who have beards.

To help with this topic further, we've created this handy blog which should help to answer if wet or dry food is better for dogs. You can read the guide on is wet or dry food better for dogs here.

Yes!

Our wet dog food can be used as an accompaniment to a good quality, natural dry food – just make sure you adjust the quantities to avoid over-feeding.

You can use whichever split of wet vs dry food suits your dog best, but as a start point if you’d like to feed a 50:50 mix of wet and dry food – simply feed 50% of the daily recommended allowance of wet food alongside 50% of the recommended daily allowance of dry food over the course of the day.  

All our food and treats have a shelf life of 18 months from the date they were made - you can find the use by date printed on the short side of each individual tray for our wet food, or on the back of the pack for our dry food & treats. Once you have opened them they are best enjoyed within the following timeline:

• Wet food: consume within 2 days
• Natural Dry (Cold Pressed): consume within 1 month
• Natural Dry (Lightly Baked): consume within 2 months
• Dental Sticks: consume within 10-15 days
• Treats: consume within 4 weeks
• Treats (Meaty only): consume within 14 days
• Salmon Oil: consume within 6 months

A complete meal contains everything your dog needs to stay happy & healthy - so it simply means that you don't need to mix it with anything else for your four-legged friend to get all the nutrition they need from their dinner. Most of our recipes are complete, with the only exception being our 'Just 90%' range which is a complementary food.

A complementary food is designed to be fed alongside something else for a balanced diet. Feeding a complementary food alone will not give your dog the balanced meal and nourishment they need - so you have to add either your own selection of carbohydrate and fibre filled vegetables or a good quality mixer.

All of our wet recipes are hypoallergenic. This means we carefully select our ingredients to ensure that our recipes are of the best quality for your four legged friend. We use simple, quality ingredients with no junk or nasties. This means delicious and nutritious recipes that are kind and gentle to your dogs tummy.

Wholegrain Brown Rice is a great, natural source of carbohydrate which is rich in fibre, antioxidants, manganese, magnesium & selenium which can all contribute to your dog’s digestive and overall health.

In order to provide your senior dog with the best possible nutrition for their life stage, we've increased the amount of lower calorie vegetables alongside wholegrain brown rice whilst reducing the quantity of higher fat ingredients.

This change helps to keep the calorie content of the food where it needs to be for older dogs who typically have slower metabolisms whilst still delivering them the expert nutrition they need to support their overall health & wellbeing.

In the short term, you can of course feed an Adult recipe to your Senior dog, however we would recommend moving to a Senior recipe when it is convenient to do so to ensure that your dog is getting the tailored nutrition they need for their current life stage and to avoid any unwanted weight gain.

Our puppy recipes contain a tailored mix of vitamins & minerals specifically designed for puppies, and include Salmon Oil which is rich in Omega-3 and widely recognised to support your puppy’s growing joints and cognitive development. We carefully selected proteins to match your bouncy puppy's needs.

In the short term, you can of course feed an adult recipe to your puppy, however we would recommend moving to a puppy recipe when it is convenient to do so to ensure that your dog is getting the tailored nutrition, they need for their current life stage.

We recently made some changes to help make sure our food gets to you in perfect condition. While we wanted to make sure your dog's dinner arrived safe and sound, we certainly didn't mean for you to need sheer determination to peel the tray open.

Our team is busy working on tweaking our plastic film, and our mission is to find the perfect balance - secure enough to protect the food, but easy enough to open by hand.

We really appreciate your patience while we get this right and if you have any other questions on this please get in touch.

Our recommended feeding amounts are here to help you, but no-one knows your four-legged friend better than you do, so do feel free to tailor them based on your dogs individual lifestyle.

As a general guide if your dog is very active you should consider feeding a little more, and likewise if your dog isn’t very active you may want to consider feeding less. Lifestage is also an important factor when considering your dogs feeding amount as puppies are growing rapidly so feeding guidelines are based on their additional calorie requirements compared to older dogs who require less food to avoid putting on weight.

The amount of calories per 100g is also important as some recipes contain higher calorie proteins so it is worth checking this against the individual needs of your dog. All calorie information can be found on the individual product pages.

Please see any product page on the website that shows the recommended feeding guide or use our Feeding Guide page for specific feeding information tailored to your four-legged friend.

We absolutely think so! But of course, that's easy for us to say.

To help validate this, All About Dog Food is a trusted industry tool which compares all foods available on the market to give a fair and unbiased rating. We're pleased to report that Forthglade has an excellent rating at 70-87% across our wet food offering.

You can find this impartial information across all of our ranges here. We're also lucky enough to have thousands of verified customers who also love our food, our full list of reviews can be found here.

You can safely store your opened trays of Forthglade wet meals in the fridge for up to two days after opening, without any compromise to quality or flavour.

Our Lightly Baked dry food recipes are not recommended for puppies (or dogs under 1 year old) due to the fact that puppies require quite specific nutritional support during this important stage in their development.

We don’t yet have a Lightly Baked recipe designed for puppies specifically but won’t rule it out for the future!

We do have a range of complete puppy recipes that provide the best possible nutrition to your growing puppy during their first 12 months of life. You can check out the range here

We work very closely with a team of like-minded dog lovers in the EU to produce our range of cold pressed natural dry food for dogs.

We're very lucky to have found a team who are both experts in the technique of cold-pressing – and who share our belief in nourishing the relationship you have with your dog through a good quality natural diet.

Absolutely.

Most of our customers like to mix wet & dry food together at mealtimes, so you’re not alone!

You can use whichever split of wet vs dry food suits your dog best, but as a start point if you’d like to feed a 50:50 mix of Wet and Dry food – simply feed 50% of the daily recommended allowance of Wet Food alongside 50% of the recommended daily allowance of Dry Food over the course of the day.  

Our ‘Small Dog’ cold pressed recipe has been specifically developed to provide the right amount of nutrition to small dogs and puppies.

In addition, the individual ‘pellets’ are smaller than in our other Cold Pressed recipes, making them perfect for smaller mouths. 

Dry dog food sometimes gets overlooked, but at Forthglade, we take pride in offering something special. Our Cold Pressed and Lightly Baked Dry Food recipes are carefully crafted with high levels of protein and are free from unnecessary fillers. Each recipe is complete and balanced, providing everything your dog needs for their daily nutrition.

To give you extra peace of mind, our dry foods are independently rated by All About Dog Food, a trusted resource that compares a wide range of products on the market. We’re proud to have achieved a fantastic 77% rating for our Cold Pressed Dry Food and 70% for our Lightly Baked Dry Food. You can explore these ratings and more details across all of our ranges here.

You can find this impartial information across all of our ranges here. We're also lucky enough to have thousands of verified customers who also love our dry dog food, our full list of reviews can be found here.

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in an airtight container for maximum freshness. Our Cold Pressed dry dog food can be kept for up to one month once opened and our Lightly Baked dry dog food can be kept for up to two months.

All food comes with a best-before date on the outer packaging and unless otherwise stated will have at least one years shelf life.

We want all dogs to enjoy our cold pressed range, this is why we have created a recipe specifically for smaller dogs and puppies, with smaller pellets for small mouths.

We work very closely with a team of like-minded dog lovers to produce our range of lightly baked natural dry food for dogs.

We're very lucky to have found a team who are both experts, who share our belief in nourishing the relationship you have with your dog through a good quality natural diet.

Cold-pressed dog food stands out for its ability to preserve the most nutrients compared to extruded food. While extrusion uses high heat and pressure to cook the food, cold pressing uses a much gentler approach. By cold pressing the ingredients it helps preserve natural flavours, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for dogs who need highly nutritious food.
Read Our Blog on Baked vs extruded vs cold pressed dog food: what's the difference & what's best?

We’ve used Sweet Potato as a delicious and nutritious complex carbohydrate (that most dogs love!), in place of things like grains to ensure that each meal is nutritionally balanced for your dog(s).

Sweet potato is also a great source of Vitamin A and energy within your dog’s diet.

All our food and treats have a shelf life of 18 months from the date they were made - you can find the use by date printed on the short side of each individual tray for our wet food, or on the back of the pack for our dry food & treats. Once you have opened them they are best enjoyed within the following timeline:

• Wet food: consume within 2 days
• Natural Dry (Cold Pressed): consume within 1 month
• Natural Dry (Lightly Baked): consume within 2 months
• Dental Sticks: consume within 10-15 days
• Treats: consume within 4 weeks
• Treats (Meaty only): consume within 14 days
• Salmon Oil: consume within 6 months

Our recommended feeding amounts are here to help you, but no-one knows your four-legged friend better than you do, so do feel free to tailor them based on your dogs individual lifestyle.

As a general guide if your dog is very active you should consider feeding a little more, and likewise if your dog isn’t very active you may want to consider feeding less. Lifestage is also an important factor when considering your dogs feeding amount as puppies are growing rapidly, feeding guidelines are based on these additional calorie requirements compared to older dogs who require less food to avoid putting on weight.

The amount of calories per 100g is also important as some recipes contain higher calorie proteins so it is worth checking this against the individual needs of your dog. All calorie information can be found on the individual product pages.

Please see any product page on the website that shows the recommended feeding guide or use our Feeding Guide page for specific feeding information tailored to your four-legged friend.

There are great benefits to both wet and dry dog foods and it normally comes down to personal preference.

With its stronger smell, taste and softer texture, wet food may be a better option for fussy eaters and older dogs. On the other hand, dry dog food may be that don’t finish their meals all at once, or who have beards.

To help with this topic further, we've created this handy blog which should help to answer if wet or dry food is better for dogs. You can read the guide on is wet or dry food better for dogs here.

Whilst there isn’t a set definition for hypoallergenic we know that, as all our recipes are clearly labelled with fully transparent ingredients, including clearly identifiable protein, our food is considered hypoallergenic. However, it is always important to read the ingredients carefully because whether or not a recipe is truly hypoallergenic for your dog, depends on the intolerance they have. If there is anything you are unsure of, we would recommend you reach out to your vet.

Our soft treats can be enjoyed from 2 months + making them perfect for dogs or puppies.

Whilst our natural cuts treats can be enjoyed by slightly older puppies 4 months +.

Our dental sticks are suitable for dogs aged 1 year +.

Treats are for special occasions, and should only play a small part in your dog’s balanced diet. Calorie information across all of our treats can be found on the individual product page and we wouldn't recommend feeding more than 10% of your dogs total daily calories on treats. Unfortunately we can't make a recommendation around how many calories your dog should have, this will need to be checked with your vet.

Even if they use their most convincing ‘puppy eyes’ to try to persuade you otherwise. For small dogs or puppies over 2 months old, we recommend breaking the treat in half for the perfect bite. You can view more information about how much to feed my dog here.

Make sure fresh drinking water is always available.

The bags are now 185g each, whilst they used to be 170g, so there's actually more value for money with the new recipe. We've used less packaging for the new dental sticks which may give the impression that they're smaller, but this isn't the case. We're conscious about our carbon pawprint and are actively trying to reduce our waste, including packaging.

No, our dental sticks should only be consumed by dogs aged 1 year+.

Yes - you can recycle these with bags at larger stores.

Dental sticks should only play a small part in your dog's balanced diet. For smaller dogs (up to 15kg) we recommend half a stick per day. For dogs larger than this, we recommend up to 1 stick per day.

Our dental sticks help remove plaque and tartar, and have been vet approved for their ability to help maintain healthy and strong teeth. Combining these with daily brushing will aid in keeping your dog's oral hygiene in tip top shape!

Our new recipe now produces a denser stick, meaning your four-legged friend will have more to chew on for a more stimulating and engaging treat.

Yes, our dental sticks are suitable for smaller dogs. For dogs up to 15kg, we recommend up to half a stick per day.

Our new dental stick recipe now contains sweet potato, and we now use dried mint instead of peppermint oil.

The white flecks are sweet potato flakes, which are a fantastic source of potassium, calcium and iron for your dog.

Our dental sticks are 263 kcal per 100g.

Your dog should realise the benefits of adding Salmon Oil to your dog’s diet within around 6 weeks

Please see the salmon oil product page on the website or back of the bottle that shows the recommended feeding guide.

No.

Your puppy should primarily be getting a tailored mix of vitamins & minerals to support their specific lifestage through the food you’re feeding them at mealtimes, so Salmon Oil can be added to complement this but shouldn’t be used in excess.

Please see the salmon oil product page on the website that shows the recommended feeding guide.

Our Salmon oil is suitable for dogs from 4 months+.

No.

Your senior dog should primarily be getting a tailored mix of vitamins & minerals to support their specific lifestage through the food you’re feeding them at mealtimes, so Salmon Oil can be added to complement this but shouldn’t be used in excess.

Please see the salmon oil product page on the website that shows the recommended feeding guide.

Why are prices changing?

Due to rising production costs, we’re updating our prices from 1st September. We’ve worked hard to keep increases as low as possible while continuing to use the same natural, high-quality ingredients your dog loves.

Will my subscription price change?

If you’re already subscribed, your subscription price changed on the 6th January 2026. Any new or existing subscriptions have now been updated.
Please note: the prices below will also be reduced by 10% to reflect your subscribe and save discount.