Paw & Ladle

02/20/2026

Would you eat something you couldn’t pronounce?

Neither should your dog. 🐾

Fresh protein, rice, veggies — and nothing unnecessary.

If you’ve ever considered switching to homemade, what questions do you have? Drop them below 👇

02/06/2026

🐾 Homemade Dog Food: Myth vs. Reality 🐾

There’s a lot of information (and misinformation) out there about fresh and homemade dog food. Let’s clear up a few common myths:

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🐶 MYTH: Homemade dog food is always nutritionally complete on its own.
✔️ REALITY: Homemade food can be a wonderful addition to a dog’s diet, but long-term feeding as a sole diet should be thoughtfully planned and guided by a veterinarian or canine nutritionist.

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🐶 MYTH: Fresh food automatically replaces kibble.
✔️ REALITY: Many dogs do best with a combination of fresh food and kibble. Fresh meals can be used as a topper or partial meal to add variety and nutrition.

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🐶 MYTH: All dogs need supplements added right away.
✔️ REALITY: Supplement needs depend on how food is being fed. Dogs eating a mix of fresh food and kibble often already receive vitamins and minerals from their kibble. Supplementation is best guided by a vet.

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🐶 MYTH: Homemade food fixes all health issues.
✔️ REALITY: Fresh food isn’t a cure-all. Every dog is different, and results vary based on age, activity, health, and overall diet.

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🐶 MYTH: Homemade food has to be complicated.
✔️ REALITY: Simple, gently cooked meals made with whole ingredients can be an easy and approachable way to support your dog’s nutrition.

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At Paw & Ladle, the goal isn’t perfection — it’s transparency, balance, and thoughtful feeding. We always encourage pet parents to work with their veterinarian to find what works best for their individual dog 🐾💚

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

🐾 Welcome to Paw & Ladle 🥣

Hi everyone! I’m so excited to finally share Paw & Ladle — a small-batch dog food kitchen focused on fresh, gently cooked meals made with real ingredients.

Paw & Ladle was created from a simple belief:
our dogs deserve food that’s thoughtfully prepared, easy to understand, and made with care.

Each batch is:
• Gently cooked in small batches
• Made with whole, recognizable ingredients
• Prepared simply — no fillers, no mystery ingredients

Paw & Ladle is meant to complement a balanced lifestyle, whether used as a full meal or mixed with kibble. Because every dog is different, feeding amounts and transitions may vary, and I always encourage pet parents to check with their vet before making dietary changes — especially for pups with medical needs.

This page will be a place to share:
• Ingredient transparency
• Feeding guidance
• Pickup schedules & availability
• And lots of love for our dogs 🐾

Thank you for being here and supporting something that’s truly made from the heart. 💚

*Photo of my mongrels for puppy tax* 🥰

02/06/2026

I started Paw & Ladle because our pets deserve food made with intention - not fillers.
Every batch is homemade, small-batch, and made with love
This is just the beginning.