YUMGUARD™ Hake Paste Pouch Treat

Merluccius Spp., Whiting, Stockfish, Pacific Whiting

Hake is a marine fish sourced from the animal kingdom, commonly included in pet food for its high-quality protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids. It supports muscle maintenance and promotes healthy skin and coat. Hake is used in its natural, whole food form, ensuring pets receive the full nutritional benefits of this easily digestible and palatable fish ingredient.

Hake is included as a high-quality, digestible protein source to support muscle maintenance and overall health in pets. Its presence can also enhance the product’s marketability by appealing to consumers seeking fish-based or novel protein options.

Solanum Tuberosum, Irish Potato, White Potato, Eirinn Potato

Potato is a starchy tuber derived from the plant Solanum tuberosum, commonly cultivated for both human and animal consumption. In pet food, potato serves primarily as a source of digestible carbohydrates and dietary fibre, supporting energy needs and digestive health. Potato is included in its natural, whole food form, providing a hypoallergenic alternative to common grains in premium pet diets.

Potato is included as a cost-effective carbohydrate source that provides energy and bulk to pet food formulations. It also serves as a grain-free alternative to traditional fillers, appealing to consumers seeking grain-free options.

Aminoacetic Acid, Aminoethanoic Acid, E640, Glycocoll

Glycine is a non-essential amino acid derived from both animal and plant sources. It serves as a building block for proteins and supports various metabolic processes, including collagen synthesis and neurotransmitter function. In pet food, glycine is typically utilised in its purified, synthesised form rather than as a natural component, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and optimal bioavailability for companion animals.

Glycine is included as a cost-effective amino acid to supplement protein content and balance amino acid profiles in pet food formulations. It may also serve functional roles such as enhancing palatability and acting as a stabiliser to improve product shelf life.

Chlorella Vulgaris, Chlorella Pyrenoidosa, Chlorella Algae Powder, Chlorella Spp.

Chlorella powder is a nutrient-dense green algae derived from freshwater plant sources. It is included in pet food primarily for its rich content of protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting overall health and immune function. Chlorella is used in its natural, powdered form, allowing pets to benefit from its whole-food nutritional profile and bioactive compounds.

Chlorella powder is included as a label-friendly ingredient to appeal to health-conscious consumers, as it is associated with natural detoxification and nutrient content. Its addition may also provide trace micronutrients, supporting marketing claims of enhanced nutritional value.

Cassava Starch, Manioc Starch, Yucca Starch, Manihot Esculenta Starch

Tapioca starch is a carbohydrate extracted from the root of the cassava plant, a tropical tuber native to South America. Primarily, it serves as a highly digestible energy source and a natural thickening agent in pet food. Tapioca starch is used in its natural, processed form, not as a whole food, to optimise texture and palatability while supporting digestive health.

Tapioca starch is included as a cost-effective carbohydrate source that provides bulk and texture to pet food formulations. It also serves as a binding agent, helping to improve kibble structure and stability.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Oil, E471, Huile de Tournesol

Sunflower seed oil is a plant-derived oil extracted from the seeds of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). It is primarily included in pet food for its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, which supports skin and coat health. Sunflower seed oil is utilised in its refined liquid form, not as whole seeds, to optimise digestibility and nutrient availability for pets.

Sunflower seed oil is included as a cost-effective source of unsaturated fats and essential fatty acids, supporting skin and coat health in pets. It also serves as a label-friendly ingredient that appeals to health-conscious consumers.

Wood Sugar, D-Xylose, E967, Pentose Sugar

Xylose is a naturally occurring sugar derived from plant sources, particularly hardwoods and some fruits. It is primarily included in pet food as a functional carbohydrate, often serving as a prebiotic to support digestive health. Xylose is not used in its raw plant form; instead, it is utilised as a purified compound to ensure consistency, safety, and optimal absorption in pet diets.

Xylose is included as a cost-effective sweetener and flavour enhancer to improve palatability for pets. It may also serve as a humectant, helping to maintain moisture and extend product shelf life.

Beta-Glucan Homopolysaccharide, E460, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Plant Fibre

Cellulose is a plant-derived carbohydrate sourced primarily from the cell walls of fibrous plants. It serves as an insoluble dietary fibre in pet food, supporting healthy digestion and promoting optimal stool quality. Cellulose is not used in its raw plant form but is processed into a purified, food-grade powder to ensure consistency, safety, and effective fibre delivery in formulated diets.

Cellulose is included as a cost-effective fibre source to promote digestive health and regulate stool quality in pet food formulations. It also serves as a bulk-adding agent, helping to control calorie density without significantly impacting palatability.

2-Aminoethanesulphonic Acid, L-Taurine, E107, 2-Aminoethane-1-Sulphonic Acid

Taurine is a naturally occurring amino sulfonic acid derived from animal sources, particularly meat and fish. It is added to pet food to support cardiovascular health, vision, and proper immune function, especially in cats who cannot synthesise it sufficiently. Taurine is not used in its raw form; instead, it is incorporated as a purified, synthesised compound to ensure stability, safety, and optimal absorption.

Taurine is included to ensure adequate levels of this essential amino acid, particularly in diets where animal protein content may be insufficient to meet canine or feline nutritional requirements. Its addition supports cardiovascular health and is often used to address consumer concerns about diet-associated heart issues.

Tocopherol, Alpha-Tocopherol, E307, D-Alpha-Tocopherol

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin derived from plant sources such as vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds. It functions primarily as an antioxidant, helping to protect cell membranes from oxidative damage and supporting immune health. In pet food, Vitamin E is not used in its natural raw form but is typically utilised as a stabilised compound, such as tocopherol acetate, to optimise safety and absorption.

Vitamin E is included as a natural antioxidant to help preserve the freshness and stability of fats and oils in the product, thereby extending shelf life. It also serves as a label-friendly nutrient that appeals to consumers seeking added health benefits for their pets.