The Gut-First Standard

What's in Get Joy: every ingredient, explained

Every Get Joy meal starts with 100% USDA-sourced meat and organs and whole foods you can recognize. Freeze Dried Raw adds Belly Biotics™, our blend of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics, built right into the food. Fresh Meals are gently cooked in a human-grade kitchen.

30,000+ happy dogs made the switch

Whole food. Gut first. Every recipe starts with these promises.

  • Gut health first
  • USDA meat & organs
  • No fillers
  • No seed oils
  • Whole foods
  • AAFCO complete
  • Vet developed
  • Third-party tested

Our Gut-First promise

How do we make it?

Quality you can check: where it comes from, how it's made and how it's tested.

  1. 01USDA-sourced meat & organs

    100% USDA-sourced meat and organs

  2. 02Freeze dried low & slow

    Freeze Dried Raw

    Freeze dried at no more than 125°F

  3. 03Safe without HPP

    Freeze Dried Raw

    A natural, probiotic-powered safety step instead of HPP, irradiation or acidifiers

  4. 04Tested every batch

    Made in an SQF-certified facility; every batch third-party tested

  5. 05Complete & balanced

    AAFCO complete and balanced for all life stages

  6. 06Human-grade kitchen

    Fresh Meals

    Fresh Meals gently cooked in a human-grade kitchen, made in the USA

What will you never find in Get Joy?

No fillers, no by-products and nothing artificial.

  • No corn, wheat or soy fillers
  • No by-products or rendered meals
  • No seed oils
  • No artificial preservatives, colors or flavors
  • No HPP, irradiation or acidifiers (Freeze Dried Raw)

Every recipe. Every batch. Every bag.

What's in the bowl

What's in each Get Joy recipe?

Pick a recipe to see every ingredient in it, in label order.

From price is per day after the first box, full bowl, for a 15 lb dog.

Freeze Dried Raw only

What are Belly Biotics™?

Belly Biotics™ are a proprietary blend of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics that help heal, repair and sustain a healthy gut. They're built into every bowl of Freeze Dried Raw, not sprinkled on top.

Prebiotics

Chicory root (inulin) is a plant fiber that feeds the good bacteria already in your dog's gut.

Probiotics

5 probiotic strains, the good bacteria themselves, at 3 billion CFU per pound.

Postbiotics

A yeast culture that delivers the helpful compounds good bacteria produce. It's shelf-stable, so it keeps working.

Fresh Meals are made differently, with prebiotic fiber and salmon-oil omega-3s. They don't contain Belly Biotics™ or postbiotics.

The ingredient library

Every ingredient, and what it does

Filter by what you care about, or tap any ingredient to see what it does and where you'll find it.

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Gut & biotics

Belly Biotics™

Belly Biotics™ are our proprietary blend of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics, built into every bowl of Freeze Dried Raw.

Freeze Dried Raw

Prebiotics

Prebiotics are plant fibers that feed the good bacteria already living in your dog's gut.

Freeze Dried RawIn Belly Biotics™

Chicory root

Chicory root provides inulin, a prebiotic fiber that feeds the good bacteria in your dog's gut.

Freeze Dried RawIn Belly Biotics™

Probiotics

Probiotics are the good bacteria themselves; our Freeze Dried Raw carries 5 strains at 3 billion CFU per pound.

Freeze Dried RawIn Belly Biotics™

Postbiotics

Postbiotics are the helpful compounds good bacteria produce, delivered by a shelf-stable yeast culture.

Proteins & organs

Beef

85% lean USDA-sourced beef packed with protein for energy and muscle.

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Beef Organ Meat

Beef liver and kidney are nature's multivitamin: rich in vitamin A, iron, B12 and CoQ10.

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Chicken

Chicken is a high-quality animal protein rich in B vitamins and key minerals.

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Lamb Liver

Lamb liver is a nutrient-dense organ rich in iron and vitamins A and B12.

Fresh Meals

Chicken Organ Meat

Chicken organs add protein, iron and vitamin A for muscle, energy and red blood cells.

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Lamb

Lamb is a gentle protein rich in iron, zinc and B vitamins, ideal for dogs with sensitivities.

Fresh Meals

Turkey

Turkey is a lean, easily digestible protein that's great for sensitive pups.

Fresh Meals

Turkey Liver

Turkey liver adds iron and vitamins A and B for energy and vitality.

Fresh Meals

Veggies & fruit

Broccoli

Broccoli adds fiber, vitamins and antioxidants for immunity and digestion.

Fresh Meals

Carrots

Carrots bring beta-carotene, fiber and antioxidants for eyes, digestion and immunity.

Fresh Meals

Cauliflower

Cauliflower is a low-calorie source of fiber and vitamins C and K.

Fresh Meals

Celery

Celery adds fiber, vitamins A, C and K, and a hydrating crunch.

Fresh Meals

Cranberries

Cranberries are antioxidant-rich berries that support urinary tract health.

Fresh Meals

Peas

Peas add plant protein, fiber and vitamins for digestion and muscle health.

Fresh Meals

Pumpkin

Pumpkin is a fiber-rich superfood that supports healthy digestion and steady stools.

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Spinach

Spinach is a leafy green with iron, fiber and antioxidants.

Fresh Meals

Grains & seeds

Brown Rice

Brown rice is a whole grain with gentle fiber and slow-release energy.

Fresh Meals

Flaxseed

Flaxseed adds fiber and plant omega-3s for digestion and a healthy coat.

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Quinoa

Quinoa is a gluten-free complete plant protein with fiber, iron and magnesium.

Fresh Meals

Sorghum

Sorghum is a naturally gluten-free ancient grain that adds fiber and steady energy.

Freeze Dried Raw

Oils & superfoods

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil provides natural fats for skin, coat and energy.

Kelp

Kelp is a mineral-rich sea vegetable for thyroid, skin and coat.

Fresh Meals

Salmon Oil

Salmon oil is rich in omega-3s for skin, coat and joints.

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Turmeric

Turmeric's curcumin is a natural antioxidant that supports joints and immunity.

Fresh Meals

Calm & joints

Chamomile

Chamomile is a gentle herb that helps calm nerves and settle tummies.

Functional Chews

Ginger Root

Ginger is a natural soother for upset stomachs and joint comfort.

Functional Chews

Green Lipped Mussel

Green-lipped mussel naturally provides omega-3s, glucosamine and chondroitin for joints.

Functional Chews

Passion Flower

Passion flower is a natural herb that supports relaxation and emotional balance.

Functional Chews

Valerian Root

Valerian root is a calming herb for stress from storms, travel or time alone.

Functional Chews

Vitamins & minerals

Mixed Vitamins & Minerals

Added vitamins and minerals make every recipe complete and balanced.

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Build their plan

Vet developed

Who helps develop our recipes?

Our recipes are developed with veterinarians and animal nutrition scientists.

Dr. Lindsay Thalheim
Dr. Lindsay Thalheim, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)Veterinary Oncologist, Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
“Nutrition is a foundational pillar of canine wellness. Supporting gut health from day one helps dogs live longer, healthier lives alongside their families.”
Dr. George C. Fahey, Jr.
Dr. George C. Fahey, Jr., PhDProfessor Emeritus of Animal & Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois
“Optimizing a dog's digestive health is the single best way to keep them thriving. Gut health drives whole-body health, period.”
Dr. Brett Levitzke
Dr. Brett Levitzke, DVMFounder, Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group (VERG)
“Preventative wellness starts in the bowl. Fresh, gut-healthy nutrition is one of the most powerful daily tools we have to reduce chronic illness in dogs.”
Dr. Kendra Pope
Dr. Kendra Pope, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVA, CVCH, CVFTBoard-Certified Veterinary Oncologist & Holistic Medicine Specialist
“Food is medicine. Pairing whole-food nutrition with functional ingredients like pre, pro, and postbiotics is how we set dogs up to thrive.”

Questions about our ingredients

What ingredients are in Get Joy dog food?

Every recipe starts with 100% USDA-sourced meat and organs plus whole foods like pumpkin, sweet potato and leafy greens. Freeze Dried Raw adds Belly Biotics™ (prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics). Fresh Meals add prebiotic fiber and salmon-oil omega-3s. Use the recipe picker above to see every ingredient.

What does "whole food" mean in dog food?

Whole food means ingredients you'd recognize in their real form, like beef, organs, pumpkin, carrots and flaxseed, instead of fillers, by-products or rendered meals. Every Get Joy recipe is built on whole foods, with vitamins and minerals added so each meal is complete and balanced.

Is Get Joy human grade?

Our Fresh Meals are gently cooked in a human-grade kitchen in the USA. Every Get Joy recipe, Fresh and Freeze Dried Raw, is built on whole food ingredients and 100% USDA-sourced meat and organs, with no fillers or by-products.

What's the difference between prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics?

Prebiotics feed good gut bacteria, probiotics are the good bacteria, and postbiotics are the helpful compounds they produce. Belly Biotics™ in Freeze Dried Raw include all three.

Do Fresh Meals have Belly Biotics™?

No. Fresh Meals support the gut with prebiotic fiber and salmon-oil omega-3s. Belly Biotics™ are in Freeze Dried Raw.

Why do some recipes include grains like sorghum or brown rice?

They add gentle fiber and slow-release energy. Sorghum is a naturally gluten-free ancient grain.

Is freeze dried raw dog food safe?

Ours is freeze dried at no more than 125°F in an SQF-certified facility, with a natural, probiotic-powered safety step, and every batch is third-party tested.

Are Get Joy meals complete and balanced?

Yes. Freeze Dried Raw is formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, and every Fresh recipe is complete and balanced for all life stages (AAFCO).

Which recipe suits a dog with food sensitivities?

Many parents of sensitive dogs start with a single, gentle protein like turkey or lamb. Our quiz can recommend a recipe, and your vet can help with specific allergies.

The standard is in every bag

Whole foods, each chosen to support the gut first, because gut health is whole-body health.

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Get Joy Freeze Dried Raw beef recipe bag with raw beef, beef liver, pumpkin and a bowl of freeze dried nuggets