Timberwolf Organics

From LoveToKnow Organic

Timberwolf Organics is a highly-concentrated formula designed to be a superior pet food.

About Timberwolf Organics

Timberwolf is located in Orlando, Florida and considered one of the leaders in organic pet food. The company’s website is packed with information about their special formulas, comparison charts, myths surrounding pet foods, the controversial wild diet, and feeding charts.

2008 Dakota Bisbane and Ocean Blue Recalls

In 2008, there was a voluntary pet food recall in which Timberwolf participated. The FDA’s findings revealed nothing for which customers should be alarmed.

As a direct result of this June 2008 recall, Timberwolf Organics moved its manufacturing operations into a new facility and instituted preventative measures. New quality control methods include testing every thirty minutes during the production process and random sampling of formula ratios.

However, the company is still fielding inquiries about the June 2008 recall of two products, Dakota Bisbane and Ocean Blue because the 2008 recall notice is still circulating the internet. You can read the notice online.

Diamond Pet Foods and Timberwolf

Many people incorrectly believe that Timberwolf Organics is owned by Diamond Pet Foods. This confusion is understandable since Diamond Pet Foods once manufactured some of Timberwolf’s formulas. Timberwolf however is a privately-owned company and is no longer associated with Diamond Pet Foods.

Mad Cow Disease Contamination Risk Eliminated

Timberwolf has taken extreme measures to ensure your pet is not in danger of contracting Mad Cow Disease by eliminating the risk of BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy), better known as Mad Cow Disease, contamination. Timberwolf discontinued use of beef, beef fat and beef byproducts in the manufacturing of pet food formulas.

In addition, you won’t find any ethoxyquin, which is a pet food preservative used to keep the fats and oils from going rancid. Ethoxyquin is also used as a pesticide. BHA (Butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (Butylated hydroxytoluene), two other preservatives, aren’t used in Timberwolf pet foods.

Certifications

The Timberwolf facility is inspected by the USDA. It’s one of the few manufacturers that is APHIS (Agricultural Plant Health Inspection Service) certified. Timberwolf holds an APHIS Category III level certification. The Category III certification is necessary in order to qualify as an exporter due to the threat of BSE.

Ingredients of Timberwolf Pet Foods

Meat proteins are derived from one or more of the following:

Poultry and Chicken Fats
Lamb (Imported from New Zealand)
Fish
Fish Oils
Game

Besides meat products, Timberwolf Organics pet foods include;

Herbs
Seeds
Whole grains
Seaweeds
Gourmet-quality unrefined oils
Vitamin E-preservative
Rosemary-preservative

Various Meals Provide Nutritional Value

Timberwolf uses chicken, fish, and lamb meals. These meals are high in the following nutrients:

Calcium
Magnesium
Potassium
Essential fatty acids
Amino acids
Manganese
Vitamins.

Hormone and Steroid Free

All poultry used in the production of Timberwolf pet food are organic; free of pesticides, steroids and hormones. The feed used for the poultry is human grade and contains no waste or GMOs (genetically modified organisms). In addition all fish oils are supplied by companies that are USDA/NMFS/APHIS approved.

Limited Whole Grains

Timberwolf Organics formulas use only small amounts of whole grains to reduce the risk of a diet too high in fiber. A high-fiber diet can prevent healthy weight maintenance as your pet ages. The twice-milled grains are added to the formula immediately after being ground. This assures the grain is fresh, doesn’t lose important nutrients, and doesn't have time to become rancid.

Since the whole grain is used all of the following are included in the food for optimum nutrition:

Germ
Bran
Middling
Endosperm

Shelf Life

Timberwolf’s dry food is protected by an oxygen barrier designed to prevent oxidation. It provides a sealed, shelf-life of up to 18 months. It's recommended that once a bag of pet food is opened that it be used within two to three weeks.

Rotational Feeding for Dogs

The company recommends that you rotate each of the formulas every two to three months so that your dog receives optimum nutrition. With so much variety this is not difficult to do. The formulas for dogs are:

Ocean Blue
Wild and Natural
Black Forest
Dakota Bison
Lamb with Apples
Lamb with Barley
Southwest Chicken and Herbs
Wilderness
Fish and Wild Rice
Lamb and Chicken Liver
Venison and Trout
Pheasant and Herbs

Cat Formula

Timberwolf also manufactures an organic formula for cats. Cats’ systems don’t require the same type of rotation as dogs and therefore the company makes only one formula, Serengeti. This dry food mimics the diet of a wild cat and fulfills the requirements of your cat’s carnivorous digestive system.

Special Discount Plans

Discounts are offered to pet owners who live in areas where there isn't a Timberwolf product distributor. Others that may receive discounts are:

Breeders
Retailers
Kennels
Dealers
Rescue groups

If you qualify for this special discount rate you’ll need to purchase a minimum of 250 lbs. of pet food, which is a recent reduction from the required 510 lbs. Orders of 1,00 lbs. or more receive an additional 5% discount. Email the company for details about all of the discount programs. Please note that in order to receive special discounts you’ll need to order online.