By swapping unsustainable meat content for nutritionally-rich insect protein, our dog and cat foods are better for pets and the planet.
The benefits of swapping
to Aardvark pet food
The benefits of swapping
to Aardvark pet food
Vet approved
We’ve talked to a host of leading veterinarians and pet nutritionists who backed Aardvark so much they agreed to join our team of experts.
Protein rich
Our crunchy kibbles are naturally high in protein and you get the whole grub with all the amino acids and nutrients your pet needs. Absolutely no fillers and no growth hormones here!
Healthy grubs
Our insect-based recipe is vet-approved. Aardvark grubs are hypoallergenic meaning they’re perfect for dogs and cats with sensitive stomachs.
Planet-friendly
By swapping unsustainable meat content for nutritionally-rich insect protein, our dog and cat foods are better for pets and the planet. Our grubs need 2% of the land and 4% of the water it would take to produce the same quantity of beef, and are fed on fruit and vegetables which would would have gone to waste if not for our grubs!
Pet approved
We went through 27 different recipes until we found our delicious blend of sustainable insect protein, sweet potato, pulses, and herbs that’s free from unnatural nasties - so we know your pet will love it!
Pets are responsible for as much as
A quarter of the damage...
…associated with the meat industry. In the US alone that amounts to around 64 million tonnes of CO2 and methane - the same as 13.6 million cars! So reducing their environmental pawprint is essential to our planet’s future.
That’s why we’ve developed our crunchy kibbles from
sustainable
insect protein...
…with all natural ingredients and no fillers. Insects produce 80x less methane than cows and need 12x less feed to produce the same amount of protein.
Our protein comes from Black Soldier Fly larvae that grow
to 5000x their body weight...
…in just 2 weeks and are sustainably fed on organic waste. These are fruit and vegetables which previously would have been discarded and are now instead fed to our grubs - creating a circular system!
Insects are a
novel protein source...
…which considerably reduces the chances that they trigger intolerances in dogs or cats compared to other sources of meat like chicken and beef.
Our Recipe
Crunchy kibble made from sustainable insect meal and a delicious blend of sweet potato, pulses, fruits and herbs with all the essential proteins, nutrients, vitamins and minerals that your cat/dog needs.
Sweet Potato
High in fibre, low in fat, Sweet Potatoes also include...
Chickpeas
The super-legume! - Chickpeas pack a ton of easily digestible...
Alfalfa
Used for millennia across the globe, Alfalfa contains numerous vitamins...
Sunflower oil
Rich in Omega-6, Sunflower Oil helps keep your cat’s coat...
Linseed
Linseed is a great source of Omega-3 and dietary fibre...
Spinach
Rich in Iron and Vitamin K, Spinach is great for...
Blueberries
Our juicy Blueberries are bursting with antioxidants, fibre and vitamins...
Chia seeds
There’s almost too much packed into our Chia to tell...
Seaweed
Yes, that superfood seaweed. It’s got minerals like calcium and...
Cranberry
Full of Vitamin C and antioxidants, Cranberries can also promote...
Yucca
Helps remove toxins and make your pet’s digestion easier and...
Fenugreek
Full of vitamins and minerals, our seeds help keep a...
Rosemary
Rosemary has powerful antioxidant properties.
Sweet Potato
High in fibre, low in fat, Sweet Potatoes also include...
Chickpeas
The super-legume! - Chickpeas pack a ton of easily digestible...
Alfalfa
Used for millennia across the globe, Alfalfa contains numerous vitamins...
Sunflower oil
Rich in Omega-6, Sunflower Oil helps keep your pet’s coat...
Linseed
Linseed is a great source of Omega-3 and dietary fibre...
Spinach
Rich in Iron and Vitamin K, Spinach is great for...
Blueberries
Our juicy Blueberries are bursting with antioxidants, fibre and vitamins...
Chia seeds
There’s almost too much packed into our Chia to tell...
Seaweed
Yes, that superfood seaweed. It’s got minerals like calcium and...
Kale
High in fibre, Kale is also full of beta carotene,...
Broccoli
Our Broccoli packs in Vitamin K, C and Potassium to...
Pears
These juicy pears are bursting with Vitamin C, A and...
Nettles
They don’t sting! Our nettles are actually full of easily...
Dandelion
Long used in medicines Dandelion is great for your dog’s...
Sweet Potato
Chickpeas
Alfalfa
Sunflower oil
Linseed
Spinach
Blueberries
Chia seeds
Seaweed
Cranberry
Yucca
Fenugreek
Rosemary
Sweet Potato
Chickpeas
Alfalfa
Sunflower oil
Linseed
Spinach
Blueberries
Chia seeds
Seaweed
Kale
Broccoli
Pears
Nettles
Dandelion
Meet two of Aardvark’s experts
Learn more about some of the expertise behind Aardvark by clicking on their image.
Emma Passman
Head of Nutrition
Anthony Chadwick
Aardvark Advisor
Emma Passman
Emma has more than twenty years' experience formulating and developing pet food for some of the biggest pet food companies in the world. She's now put her experience towards developing the world's most sustainable kibbles for dogs and cats at Aardvark.
Anthony Chadwick
Anthony is not only a veterinary surgeon but is also the CEO of The Webinar Vet, Europe's largest online veterinary training provider. He brings a wealth of experience to Aardvark and it goes without saying he is a huge animal lover.
There’s been so much great research into the benefits of insect-based protein for pets. Don’t just take our word for it - find out for yourself.
Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae Protein Derivatives: Potential to Promote Animal Health
A recent study analysing the use of Black Soldier Fly larvae protein in pet food shows it to offer natural anti-oxidant properties, meaning BSF protein derivatives could be classified as health-promoting ingredients in pet food.
Can diets containing insects promote animal health?
A study which proves the health promoting benefits of insect based diet for dogs and cats.
Environmental impacts of food consumption by dogs and cats
This study is one of the first to try and track the environmental impacts of our pets. This research found that pets are responsible for as much as 35% of the environmental damage associated with the meat industry. If we had to pick a study which inspired Aardvark it would be this one!