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Bramble stood out at this year’s Global Pet Expo — the pet industry’s leading trade show where companies of all kind showcase their products, meet industry insiders and do business. Bramble was proudly crowned Best In Show in the most competitive category, Dog Food and Treats, and took also took home third place in the Natural Products category. Here’s what made Bramble the top prize winner for best dog food.
Why Plant-Based, Human-Grade, Fresh Food for Dogs?
Bramble debuted three new recipes at Global Pet Expo’s new products showcase: The Wharf and Bramble’s two kidney-friendly recipes. All dogs can benefit from Bramble’s easier-to-digest, highly bioavailable recipes that have been shown to improve gut health and lower cholesterol. Formulated by board-certified veterinary nutritionists, Bramble’s fresh dog food is made from high quality, human-grade ingredients that are gently cooked for maximum nutrition to support a long and healthy life free from animal protein allergies and food sensitivities. Bramble provides a complete and balanced diet that actually exceeds the nutritional requirements of AAFCO. The result is a hypoallergenic food that is bowl-licking delicious.
Hypoallergenic dog food is formulated to reduce the risk of allergic reactions to protein sources. They do not contain common allergens, which are primarily beef, dairy, and chicken, fish, eggs, corn, and wheat gluten. Regardless of whether it is a true food allergy, switching your dog’s diet can certainly help to manage skin conditions and other symptoms.
Bramble was created to provide an even better option. While hypoallergenic dog food can help manage true food allergies, it does not necessarily mean the food is high-quality. Food that is formulated to treat food allergies to specific protein sources is often ultra-processed, full of fillers as the top ingredients, and could continue to pose gastrointestinal issues, digestive issues and other adverse reactions to the quality of food and ingredients themselves.
With respect to food sensitivities, we can draw parallels to our own diets. People have been increasingly sensitive to wheat gluten, which begs the question whether it is wheat, per se, or what the American food system does to a lot of the grain we consume. Consider that much of the raw ingredients in dog food are the by-product leftovers from the human-grade food supply chain. Some pet parents turn to grain-free dog food when in reality veterinary nutritionists say that dogs do not have a true food allergy to grain. Rather, some dogs have difficulty digesting much of the by-product refined filler carbohydrates in processed wet and dry dog food. Take a look at some of the other hypoallergenic pet food options, and ask yourself whether brewers rice (the broken grains of white rice left over from the milling process for human consumption) and animal fat are quality ingredients that support overall well-being.
At Bramble, we believe in feeding high-quality, human-grade fresh dog food for the same reason we believe in feeding ourselves this way: whole food, made with fresh ingredients that are gently cooked, is better in quality, digestibility and taste. The fresher, less processed the food, the more nutritious it is – for ourselves and our pets!
How Does Bramble Compare to Other Dog Food Brands
As the only vet-formulated, human-grade fresh food for dogs that is free from all common pet food allergens, Bramble provides a diet that is easy to digest for all dogs, including those with sensitivities. Whether fed in whole, in part or as a dog food topper, here are the benefits to feeding Bramble:
- Improved Gut Health: Bramble conducted a ground-breaking independent feeding trial that proved dogs fed Bramble had healthier microbiomes, which may help with digestion, immune function, and skin and coat health. Specifically, Bramble’s plant-based formulas contain inulin, FOS, and pectin – prebiotics that animal protein-based foods simply can’t provide without added probiotic and prebiotic supplements. This matters because those fibers naturally present in Bramble strengthen the gut barrier, feed the bacteria that reduce gut inflammation, and improve the overall gut environment.
- Bioavailable Protein: Bramble’s feeding trial also proved that Bramble’s plant protein is just as digestible as the animal protein diet it was compared to. When you or your dog eat protein, our digestive systems works to extract amino acids —the essential protein building blocks that support everything from muscle repair to energy levels. Bramble’s plant protein was shown to be just as highly digestible as animal protein, meaning a greater percentage of Bramble’s amino acids become available to your pup’s body after digestion, maximizing the nutritional benefit they receive from it.
- Lower Cholesterol: Bramble was also shown to lower cholesterol, making it a heart-healthy diet that could also help to maintain a healthy weight.
- Palatability: Let’s face it, most dogs prefer the taste and smell of fresh food, which is especially helpful for picky eaters.
This is why Bramble stood out among Global Pet Expo’s showcase of dog food and treats to win Best In Show! Bramble’s complete and balanced diets are packed with human-grade superfoods, without by-product grain fillers, preservatives, and artificial additives. Just real food that is gently cooked to nourish your pup for a longer and healthier life. See for yourself whether Bramble deserved 1st prize! You can learn more about our human-grade, fresh dog food recipes here.