Whole Mackerel

Freeze-dried whole to lock in the bene-fish-ial nutrients, these crunchy mackerel will really hook your dog’s attention.

With natural ratios of muscle meat, organs, bones, connective tissue and skin, a Whole Mackerel is an ideal treat, especially if taking a whole-prey approach to your dog’s diet.

100% South Island-fished mackerel
Rich source of omega-3 fatty acids (joint and skin benefits)
Naturally anti-inflammatory, ideal for senior dogs
Source of vitamin D (supports bone health & immunity)

Ingredients: Whole Mackerel contains 100% New Zealand mackerel. No additives or preservatives.

Feeding Guide

Feed as a treat (max 10% of daily calories). Portion control is important with an energy-dense treat, so use our allowance guide to remove the guesswork and check what’s appropriate for your dog. Adjust portions to maintain ideal body condition.

This fish is not intended for human consumption.

How to Feed

Whole Mackerel can be broken into pieces to use as treats or meal toppers, or larger dogs can chow down an entire fish. Can be softened in water for senior dogs, small breeds or dogs with dental concerns. Dogs should always have fresh water available.

As with any new food, introduce slowly. Give a small piece of Whole Mackerel for three days, and if stools and behaviour are normal, increase over 4-7 days, up to your dog’s recommended allowance.

Understanding activity levels

Treat allowances are guided by a dog’s weight and their activity level. The activity levels referred to in the Hound treat allowance guide are defined as follows:

Low activity typically means one short, flat walk (20 -30 minutes) per day. The dog is mostly indoors or resting
Moderate activity typically means 30-45 minutes of total daily movement (2 x brisk walks, off-lead play or mild hills). The dog will be noticeably panting.
High activity typically means vigorous exercise for 60 minutes or more (running, agility, farm or working dogs)

For high activity dogs, use the Moderate activity serving size and increase by 25% if the dog has a sustained workload.

Storage

Freeze-drying makes Whole Mackerel safe and shelf-stable at room temperature. Freeze-dried meat absorbs moisture from the air – after opening store Whole Mackerel in a sealed container or bag in a cool, dry place. Use rehydrated portions within 24 hours.