Paleo Ridge – Our Ethical Commitment

At Paleo Ridge, ethics, sustainability, and quality are at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality raw dog food, crafted with ingredients that meet rigorous ethical and welfare standards.

Quality begins with sourcing. Exceptional raw dog food can only come from responsibly reared animals, processed to the highest standards.

Our unwavering commitment to ethics is demonstrated through sustainable sourcing practices, ensuring all our suppliers align with strict standards for welfare, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.

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Our Ethical Commitment

"We are dedicated to providing the highest quality raw dog food, crafted with ingredients that meet rigorous ethical and welfare standards."

Paleo Ridge

Responsible Sourcing – Our Approach

Every supplier we work with undergoes a thorough and uncompromising due diligence process. Our experienced team of industry experts ensures that our ethical framework is adhered to at every step. Only suppliers meeting our stringent requirements are approved.

Animal Welfare

Animal welfare is our top priority. We refuse to source from intensive factory farming systems that compromise welfare or sustainability. All our meat comes from animals reared under the highest welfare standards, and every product is inspected and approved by veterinarians.

Human-Grade Ingredients

We use only human-grade ingredients to ensure optimal quality and safety for your pets.

Organic and Ethical Farming

From organic chicken to wild-sourced game, we partner exclusively with farms and suppliers who share our passion for ethical and sustainable practices.

Key Facts About Our Standards

Organic Chicken

Our chicken is sourced from certified organic farms.

Ethical Game Sourcing

All game is wild and ethically sourced.

High-Welfare Farming

We partner with farms that implement industry-leading welfare standards.

Recyclable Packaging

Our packaging is recyclable, and we ship in eco-friendly WoolCool boxes to minimise our environmental footprint.

Industry Accreditations

Paleo Ridge holds Organic Certification and is the only UK raw dog food company with ISO 9001 accreditation.

Independent Testing

We conduct independent nutritional analysis on all products.

Human-Grade Ingredients

All meat is human-grade and vet-checked for quality and safety.

What Ethics Mean to Us

Ethics, for us, go far beyond sourcing. They guide how we treat our planet, our people, and our customers. Acting ethically means:

Prioritising sustainability and reducing our environmental impact.

Ensuring fair treatment and pay for all employees.

Making professional, moral decisions that are always in the best interests of our customers and their pets.

We actively seek innovative, sustainable solutions across every aspect of our business,
from sourcing and manufacturing to packaging and distribution.

Setting the Standard for Raw Dog Food

Paleo Ridge is proud to lead the raw dog food industry with an unrivalled list of accreditations.

These certifications aren’t just badges of honour – they reflect our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence. Independent, unannounced audits ensure we meet these high standards every single day, going far beyond the basic requirements of a raw dog food company.

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Defra logo with overlapping leaf shapes above the text: defra Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs on a light background, reflecting its commitment to issues such as raw dog food standards and safety.
Black shopping bag icon with the words Ethical Award and The Ethical Company Organisation plus a check mark, representing an ethical certification—ideal for brands committed to transparent sourcing, such as those offering raw dog food.
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British Assessment Bureau and UKAS Management Systems logos, ISO 9001 text, and Quality Management written underneath, indicating certification for quality management standards in the production of raw dog food.
PFMA logo with animal icons forming a C shape, including a cat, rabbit, bowl, dog, bird, fish, and turtle. The text reads: pfma Pet Food Manufacturers Association. Perfect for representing all aspects of pet nutrition—including raw dog food—this logo highlights the diversity of animals supported by the association.
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Science at the Heart of Our Ethos

At Paleo Ridge, our mission is to provide dogs with the healthiest, most natural diet possible. Rooted in science and nature, our recipes are designed to reflect what dogs would naturally eat in the wild – a species-appropriate diet of raw meat, organs, and bone.

We continuously invest in cutting-edge research to ensure our meals deliver unparalleled nutrition, helping dogs thrive. A fresh, biologically appropriate diet is key to supporting your dog’s health and well-being, just as nature intended.

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