At Butternut Box, we believe dogs deserve better. That's why our meals are gently cooked, never ultra-processed. We use whole, human-quality ingredients and every recipe is taste-tested by humans. It's always FRESH and served from the fridge (where fresh food belongs).
Here's just a few of our favourite ingredients:
Broccoli
Supports the immune system
Human-quality meat & fish
Ten proteins to try
Turmeric
A natural anti-inflammatory
Peas
Good for skin, heart and eye health
Sustainable fish
Full of omega-3 for healthy skin
Minerals
Supports normal body function
Rosemary
Supports healthy digestion
Cranberries
Supports the immune system
Brewer's yeast
Supports a healthy nervous system
Lentils
Helps regulate the digestive system
Sweet potato
Promotes healthy nerves and muscles
Flaxseed
Contains omega-3 to support a shiny coat
How does Butternut Box work?
How does Butternut Box work?
The intro
We'll ask a few questions to get to know your dog a little better, then create a personalised plan just for them. Like snowflakes (and dogs), no two plans are the same.
Delivery day
Your intro box arrives with one to two weeks of Fresh, tasty dog food, along with everything else you need to get going. It's all VERY exciting.
Your plan, your way
Sit back and enjoy deliveries of conveniently portioned dog food straight to your door. You can stop, start or skip boxes whenever you like. You've got the power.
Science-backed benefits - Studies show that Fresh food improves your dog’s poos, skin, coat, and gut microbiome - helping them thrive from top to tail.
Everything in one place - Get all their food, treats, supplements and even poo bags all in one easy delivery, straight to your door.
Tailored care beyond the bowl - Our team of nutritionists, vets and vet nurses offer personalised care with our 24/7 Vet Nurse helpline and Speak to a Pro services.
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How much does it cost?
Tell us a bit about your dog and we'll tell you how much your box could be, for both a mixed and a full Butternut plan.
Type your dog's breed here
2 years old
12-15 kg
Mixed plan from:
£1.13 /day
£1.50 /day
Full Butternut from:
£1.69 /day
£2.25 /day
More questions about Butternut Box?
You're in the right place
To get started, you'll need to create an account. This is what you will use to manage your subscription moving forward. We'll ask you some questions about your dog (or dogs) then recommend a bespoke plan for them. You can choose which of our recipes you would like to receive and we will deliver them in convenient portions direct to your door.
Butternut Box is Fresh dog food, which means it isn't excessively processed like wet or dry food. Instead, we use whole, human-quality ingredients you can see and say. Our meals are gently cooked at 90°C to lock in the nutrients, then frozen ready to serve from the fridge. Finally, each recipe is taste-tested by us to make sure it's the best it can be. Good enough for us, good enough for them.
We ask lots of questions about your dog when you sign up to Butternut. We're not just being nosy (although we do love talking about dogs), it's so that we make sure we are recommending the correct portion size. We'll ask about their age, weight, body condition, activity level and snacking habits.
We then compare the information provided against our feeding guidelines. These have been created by our lead veterinary nutritionist, who is a professor in canine nutrition and chairs the Scientific Advisory Board of FEDIAF (the governing body that decides what should go into our pet's food from a nutritional perspective).
Yes, all Butternut Box meals are complete and balanced. We actually go one step further, as they’re also highly digestible, which means the good stuff in our food is more easily absorbed, and dogs get more nutrients with every bite. And more nutrients on the inside means more benefits on the outside.
Every dog has different tastes, so if they're not keen on the first recipe they try, don't fret. There's plenty of others on our menu, so they're sure to find a favourite. Keep switching it up and see what takes their fancy.
Any change in food or diet can have an effect on their tum, which is why transitioning is so important. You'll find a transitioning guide in your first box, so be sure to have a read of that before serving their first meal. It can take up to 14 days for a dog to fully transition to a new food, so stick with it, and remember we're here to help at every step of the way. Of course if your dog has any allergies or sensitivities, let us know and we'll be sure to tailor their recipes to suit them.
Our meals will arrive frozen, ready to be stored in your freezer or defrosted in the fridge. We put just the right amount of ice packs and insulation in your box to make sure your food stays fresh until you arrive home, then you can pop the pouches into the freezer as soon as you can. If it's thawed a little before they reach your freezer, not to worry - as long as the pouch is cold to the touch, it's perfectly safe to serve.
A signature isn't required for delivery, so your box will be ready and waiting for you when you get home. Remember you can download our app to get updates when your box is on its way.
You’re in complete control of your plan, so you can easily stop, start or skip deliveries whenever you like. To stop your subscription, simply head to the ‘Account Details’ section of your account and click ‘Pause Subscription’. Follow the prompts and you’ll be given the option to ‘Stop Subscription’.
When we say human-quality ingredients, we mean ingredients that have been sourced from the human food supply chain. In other words, ingredients like chicken, beef, carrots or peas that are of such high quality, they can be (and are) used for our own human food. Once they're inside our Kitchens, they can no longer be used for human food, but they can always be easily traced back to their origins and retain their quality from the moment they're sourced to when they're served. This is unlike the ingredients used in many kibble or wet foods, which are often difficult to trace and not fit for human consumption.
Well, you've somehow gained the ability to log onto your human’s device and ask this question, all without opposable thumbs, so we reckon it's safe to assume the answer is yes. Yes you are.