Why fibre is important for your dog
Why fibre is important for your dog
Contrary to popular belief, dogs are not true carnivores because they can digest plants, and actually actively choose to eat plants – many dogs eat grass and berries out on walks. Fruits, vegetables and seeds can provide your dog with vital nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and fibre, as well as phytonutrients to help supercharge their health and longevity.
Fibre plays a vital role in your dog’s health. It helps regulate digestion, supports a healthy gut microbiome, maintains steady energy release and can even assist with weight management by promoting feelings of fullness. A diet lacking in fibre may lead to digestive upset, irregular stools and poor gastrointestinal health.
Alyssa Ralph
MSc PGDip BSc(Hons)
Clinical Animal Behaviourist & Canine Nutritionist
That’s why Years meals are naturally higher in fibre compared to many commercial dog foods. Using wholefood vegetables, antioxidant-rich fruits, seeds and botanicals, our recipes provide both soluble and insoluble fibre to keep your dog’s digestive system running smoothly. Unlike starchy carbohydrate sources such as wheat and corn, the fibre in Years comes from wholefood vegetables and other nourishing, functional ingredients that benefit your dog from the inside out.
Alyssa Ralph
MSc PGDip BSc(Hons)
Clinical Animal Behaviourist & Canine Nutritionist
High fibre meals, powered by wholefood ingredients
Lean proteins
Vegetables
Fruit
Seeds
Herbs
Botanicals
Personalise your dog's proteins
You can choose from single proteins or multi source protein meals, depending on your dog's dietary requirements and preferences.
Our range of fresh recipes for happier tummies
How our high fibre fresh dog food helps your pup
Our delicious complete recipes are designed to be gentle on your dog’s digestion, using balanced fibre from real, wholefood ingredients like sweet potato, carrots, and parsnip to keep everything running smoothly. The result? A healthier gut, firmer stools, and a happier, more comfortable pup.
That same fibre balance also supports anal gland health and helps with weight management too by keeping your dog fuller for longer! Meaning they’re less likely to be hovering in the kitchen as you cook or giving you that look in search of extra sneaky snacks...
Better yet, all our fresh meals avoid common digestive triggers, excess starchy fillers and low quality meat derivatives. Rather, every ingredient is clearly listed, so you know exactly what’s in your dog’s bowl, and why.
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All of our meals are completely grain, legume, dairy and soy free
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The % of every ingredient used in our meals is declared
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Our recipes use named, prime cuts of meat
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Personalised meals with breed specific ingredients
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Free from fillers, preservatives, or anything artificial
Get started with a personalised fibre packed plan for your pooch today!
Try Years fresh recipes with a personalised 7 day trial from £7 plus postage, and discover how the right fibre balance can support your dog's digestion, gut health and overall wellbeing. Tailored to their breed, size, activity and age.
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Every question you answer helps us tailor your dogs nutrition
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Your dog’s daily portions are personalised using their breed, weight and activity level
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How Years compares
This isn’t typical dog food. It is far more than that - fresh wholefood meals with 60% prime meats, essential oils, super fruits, seeds, herbs, and vibrant veg.
Only Years offers your dog a complete nutrition system with personalised ingredients based on your dog’s life stage and breed. Here’s how Years stacks up against the competition.
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Named prime cuts of meat |
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Gently steam cooked at 78°C |
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Minimally processed wholefoods |
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Cooked to reduce harmful bacteria |
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Store at room temperature |
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Personalised to your dog's calorie needs |
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Ready to serve, no prep |
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Real fresh food you can see in the bowl |
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60% fresh human-quality meat in every recipe |
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Free bonus health supplement with pre & postbiotics |
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Zero legumes and grain free |
The Years nutrition system includes fresh meals that provide 100% complete nutrition. But we go even further. Every meal plan order comes with a free Breed Health+ supplement, with added probiotics for digestive support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fibre helps keep your dog’s digestive system healthy by regulating bowel movements and feeding beneficial gut bacteria. It also supports steady energy levels and can help prevent obesity by helping dogs feel fuller for longer.
Years meals include wholefood vegetables, fruits, seeds and botanicals - natural sources of both soluble and insoluble fibre. Unlike many foods that use cheap grains or starchy carbs, Years only uses ingredients that actively benefit your dog’s digestion and wellbeing.
The cost of a Years meal plan depends on things like your dog’s breed, size, age, and how active they are. The price also changes if you want to feed only Years food or mix it with what your dog already eats. To find how much your plan would cost, just take our quiz.
We gently steam cook our meals at 78°C. This removes harmful bacteria but keeps the natural vitamins, minerals, and moisture from fresh foods. Our cooking process also means you don’t have to freeze or refrigerate the meals before you open them, so you save space in your fridge and freezer. Just keep your Years meals and supplements in a pantry or cupboard. They will stay fresh for up to 3 months, but always check the expiry date on the label.
Fresh dog food is healthier than kibble because it keeps more nutrients during cooking. It also has fewer additives, which helps your dog’s digestion and can lower inflammation. With Years, you know exactly what’s in your dog’s food, so you can be sure there’s nothing bad inside.
Yes. Minimally processed wholefood meals preserve nutrients, support digestion and improve coat, skin and energy. When paired with tailored supplements, the benefits are even stronger.
Yes. A balanced fibre intake supports stool quality, reduces constipation or loose stools, and helps calm sensitive stomachs. Years recipes are designed to be gentle on digestion while providing optimal nutrition.