Your guide to happy and healthy pets

Welcome to the Rookwood Pets blog, your trusted source for expert tips, heartwarming stories, and practical advice for dog and cat owners. As experienced pet enthusiasts ourselves, we're here to inspire and support you on every step of your pet parenting journey. Dive in and discover how to give your furry friends the best life possible.

Kibble explained: cold-pressed vs extruded

Confused about kibble? We offer both cold-pressed and traditional extruded options. Cold-pressed food retains more nutrients by cooking at lower temperatures, preserving the goodness of our high-quality ingredients. Extruded offers a classic, crunchy texture. Understanding the difference helps you choose the best for your furry friend, addressing common concerns about food processing. 

Put simply it offers the nutritional benefits of raw food with the convenience of dry food.

What Is Life‑Stage Dog Food?

Life‑stage dog foods are designed for puppies, adults, and seniors, each with slightly different balances of protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals.

  • Puppies: Higher calories, protein, and minerals for growth

  • Adults: Balanced nutrition for weight and energy

  • Seniors: Fewer calories plus joint and overall health support

 

Is Life‑Stage Food Necessary?

Not really. Regulatory bodies like FEDIAF recognise only two true nutritional profiles: Growth & Reproduction and Adult Maintenance. Most adult and senior formulas differ only slightly, because their nutritional needs are similar.

A high‑quality food that meets puppy growth standards already contains everything an adult or senior dog needs. The main change as dogs age is how much you feed, not the recipe.

 

Do You Offer Life‑Stage Food?

Yes, some recipes are labelled Puppy, Adult, or Senior because it’s a familiar system. However, our Cold Pressed meals are suitable for dogs of any age. All our recipes are complete, balanced, and developed with expert nutritionists to exceed FEDIAF guidelines.

 

Why Our Food Works for All Ages

  • Complete nutrition: Every recipe contains the right vitamins and minerals for any life stage.

  • Easy to digest: Made with human‑quality ingredients, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and support healthy digestion.