The Phoenix Bark Blog
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Vote for Phoenix Bark – Irish Country Magazine – Irish Made Awards – FINALISTS! 🚀
Please vote for us, it's as easy as 1, 2, 3... We're absolutely thrilled to be shortlisted for this award. Winning would help more people discover Phoenix Bark for their dogs! The Irish Made Awards celebrate the best of Irish creativity, craftsmanship and...
Here’s how fresh food helps senior dogs thrive
As our dogs enter their golden years, we notice the subtle changes. The longer naps, the gentler walks and those moments of stiffness after a snooze. Their bodies and minds need a little extra care and what’s in their bowl can make all the difference. You may wonder -...
New treats! Baltic Herring Buttons with Pumpkin 😋
Gentle, functional and sustainably sourced We’ve just added a new treat to the Phoenix Bark range, available now in our Customer Shop – Baltic Herring Buttons with Pumpkin – a delicious bite-sized training treat! Why we chose it We’re careful about every treat we...
Fussy Feeding Tips!
I’m going to be really honest here because if you’ve ever had a fussy dog, I want you to know you’re not alone. About three years into Phoenix Bark, our own little girl Barbara suddenly stopped eating our food. Yep… the food we lovingly created. The one we built a...
How does being overweight affect dogs?
I used to see a chubby dog and smile, thinking how cute they looked. But now, knowing what I know - it actually breaks my heart a little. I'd never want to offend anyone, especially not a fellow dog lover, but I do believe all of us would rather hear the truth if it...
Has your dog changed your life?
For me the answer is yes. Over these past few years of growing Phoenix Bark, there have been moments where I really struggled, moments where I even cried. But these moments were always cut short by an unexpected burst of excited energy, a goofy glance, a loving nuzzle...
We’re Barking Mad About Our Dogs
The growing independent The Irish Daily Mail - You Magazine - Saturday 3rd May, 2025 Not all success stories in the Irish dog industry involve large companies. Phoenix Bark, founded by Kathy and Duncan, is a small independent dog food brand that has made a significant...
Wild Irish Venison – Natural Seasonal Changes
We use wild Irish venison and the supply is governed by seasonal licensing. This means that we can only use male deer at certain times of year. One of these periods is early spring, a period when the stags are also in rut. This brings a slightly musky aroma to the...
Natural moisture loss from packs
Though it doesn’t always happen, sometimes never at all – we’ve learned through detailed research and comprehensive quality checks that moisture loss can sometimes reduce pack weight by up to 5% by the time it reaches the bowl. Importantly, this does not...
A healthy mouth starts from within
February is Pet Dental Health Month Over 80% of dogs over the age of three have some form of periodontal disease. We’ve already shared information on The Link Between Canine Dental Health and Overall Wellness and how poor dental health can have a profound negative...
Introducing Dr Brady’s products
We are thrilled to announce the addition of Dr Conor Brady's Pro Thyroid Dental and Gut Regen12 to our range of products in our customer shop. Dr Brady has long been a trusted name in canine nutrition and wellness and his commitment to creating innovative,...
Order your dog a Taster Pack!
Treat your pup to a nutritious Taster Pack and let them try our delicious recipes.