Today we're looking at what makes a pet food brand ethical, including factors such as where ingredients are sourced from, and the welfare of the animals used for meat.
We'd love to know what people think about when purchasing pet food, so be sure to let us know in the comments!
What is ethical pet food? We believe it can be broken down into three main points... Read more!
06/03/2025
ZIWI Pets UK has been part of our Thoughtful Family for years, and has always been one of our best selling brands!
Remember, you can receive 10% off your first order with us by using the discount code WELCOME at checkout (this applies to all of our awesome products, not just Ziwi).
Here's Stella with a quick reminder that the deadline for deliveries is getting closer!
Please ensure your orders are placed before 1pm on the 18th of December to guarentee delivery before Christmas (with the exception of SANA DOG due to customs delays).
Any orders placed after then may not be processed in time and will instead reach you after Christmas & Boxing Day.
Also, remember that our offices will be closed between the 24th of December until the 2nd of January so no orders will be processed during that time.
10/12/2024
Christmas is nearly two weeks away?!
While exciting, please remember to keep your pets safe this festive season. There's tons of things that can be dangerous for dogs and cats around this time of year so we've put together a handy list for quick reference.
We also recommend keeping your vet's emergency number saved in your phone. If you're not sure what it is, contact your usual vet during working hours and they can assist you.
As someone who has had to call emergency vets several times in the past, it really helps to have the number already on hand during a stressful situation!
04/12/2024
We will be closed for the festive season between the 24th of December until the 2nd of January!
You are welcome to place orders during this time but please be aware that they won't be processed until we are back in the office in the New Year.
Orders placed before December 18th will be dispatched to arrive before Christmas, but any orders after that may not be processed in time.
For our SANA DOG customers, please place your orders ASAP to account for any delays at UK customs that may impact our delivery schedule.
We will do our best to get as many orders dispatched as possible, and we thank you for your understanding!
27/11/2024
There's still time to order your dog's advent calendar before December starts!
We have a small amount of the SANADOG XL advent calendars available, and please believe us when we say these really are XL!
Thank you to Winter the Greenland Dog for modeling so nicely for us ❤️🐾
(For size reference, he's currently weighing in at 34kg!)
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Our Thoughtful Story
How It All Began…
The Thoughtful Pet Food Store has been on a long journey, starting back in 2014 under the care of Caroline & Michael and their dogs Zebedee and Piper. Both dogs seemed to suffer from various ailments such as bad breath, itchy skin, poor quality coats and upset tummies. On their vet’s advice, Caroline & Michael began home cooking food for their dogs and noticed an immediate improvement in their dogs’ condition.
With a new-found understanding, Caroline & Michael delved further into the world of commercial pet food. They wanted to learn as much as they could about the impact certain foods and ingredients had on pet health, and more importantly what healthier alternatives were available.
They began to discover new brands of pet food, all made of real high-quality ingredients that were suitable for their own pets. Many of these brands were small independent companies not readily available in major retailers and supermarkets.
A New Chapter…
The Thoughtful Pet Food Store is now cared for by Sally and her dogs Stella & Titch, and her cat Zebedee (what a coincidence!). Sally joined the company in 2015 as an assistant manager, drawn to its values and her keen interest in animal nutrition. With Caroline & Michael’s guidance, Sally was able to gain vital experience in the pet industry and later agreed to step up as a Managing Director of The Thoughtful Pet Food Store in 2017.
Under Sally’s direction, the company has grown to include even more fantastic products and has helped even more pet owners find suitable products for their four-legged friends. There are always ideas for new products and ways to help our customers bouncing around the office, so who knows what the future will hold!