For dogs who enjoy something a little different from the usual chicken or pork.
Duck brings a richer aroma, while pear softens the flavour with a little natural sweetness. Spinach and Chinese yam complete the recipe without turning it into a long list of extras.
Introduce any new protein gradually and keep an eye on how your dog responds. Individual needs vary, especially for pets with allergies or a veterinary diet.
Every recipe at Witty Waggle starts with a question we ask before anything else: does this actually make sense together, or does it just sound good on a label? Pork and pumpkin passed on the first try — and the reasons go deeper than flavour.
A pairing with a purpose
Pork brings a lean, easily digestible protein that most pups and cats take to without a fuss. Pumpkin brings gentle fibre and a naturally sweet note that rounds out the richness. Together they create a treat that’s satisfying without being heavy — the kind of balance we look for in every batch.
- 01Pork is a novel protein for pets used to chicken-heavy diets
- 02Pumpkin supports easy digestion, especially for sensitive stomachs
- 03Neither ingredient needs added flavouring to shine
“We didn’t set out to make this pairing special. It already was — we just had to stop overcomplicating it.”
How it comes together
We air-crisp every batch slowly, at low temperatures, over 24 hours. It’s a longer process than most treat makers are willing to commit to, but it’s what keeps the pumpkin’s natural sweetness intact and gives the pork its signature light, easy-to-break crunch.
The result is a treat that smells like something you’d actually want to eat yourself — which, honestly, is the bar we hold every recipe to.