Our Ingredients

Salmon is a palatable protein source that is rich in omega fatty acids. The hydrolysed salmon and salmon meal used in our diets are sourced from Scotland and are naturally stabilised by the use of mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract and lecithin, which all work synergistically to have an anti-oxidant effect.

Potatoes are an excellent carbohydrate source and offer an alternative to cereal carbohydrate sources, for dogs that require a sensitive diet. Potato starch is also used as a thickening ingredient due to the fact our diets are manufactured without wheat gluten.

Sweet potatoes are a tasty and high quality source of easily digestible carbohydrate and also fibre. They have a low glycemic index, with their natural sugars being slowly released into the bloodstream to ensure a balanced and regular source of energy. They are also a great source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, especially vitamins A, C and B6.

Lupins are related to legumes such as peanuts, peas, lentils and beans. Lupin seeds can be ground up to make flour, which is used to replace wheat and other cereal products in our gluten free diets.

Peas are members of the legume family and are a source of highly digestible vegetable protein. Pea protein is rich in essential amino acids which are important for maintaining lean muscle mass. They are also a good natural source of dietary fibre and vitamin B.

Sunflower oil is a natural vegetable oil that is a good source of Omega-6 fatty acid – also known as linolenic acid.

Seaweed is rich in iodine which is an important trace mineral that is necessary for many functions including the growth and repair of tissues and to help promote healthy skin and hair.

MOS (Mannan-oligosaccharides) and FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharides) help promote optimal nutritional uptake and remove harmful bacteria, reducing digestive upsets.

All our diets are nutritionally complete and provide a full complement of vitamins and minerals necessary for growth, repair and maintenance. This includes essential macro and micro trace elements such as calcium, phosphorous, sodium, potassium, zinc, iron, iodine and copper. The vitamins included in our diets cover the fat-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin A, D, E and K, along with the water-soluble vitamins such as B1, B6, B12, Folic Acid and Pantothenic acid.

Fish meal is an excellent source of protein and fish oil. All our fish comes from sustainable sources in the Pacific Ocean and is naturally preserved.

Poultry meal is an excellent protein source used in our sensitive Chicken & Corn recipe and offers an alternative to a red meat diet. At Wafcol we don’t use any poultry meal from battery-reared chickens.

Corn (or maize) is an excellent carbohydrate source within an extruded diet and is often used as a replacement for wheat. Corn is used in two of our diets within the sensitive range; Chicken & Corn and Ocean Fish & Corn, however if a cereal free diet is desired our Salmon & Potato diet fulfils this need.

Soya is a natural source of plant based protein. Soya flour can be used as an alternative to wheat when a gluten free diet is required.

Glucosamine, Chondroitin Sulphate and Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) are building blocks used in the body to help support and maintain healthy joints.