What Your Dog Eats Can Help the Planet

At Laila and Me, we believe great dog treats shouldn’t cost the earth, literally. That’s why we’ve built sustainability into every bite with our nose-to-tail philosophy.

By repurposing meat offcuts like tails, snouts, ears, and feet (parts often discarded in the human food chain) we’re rescuing nutrient-rich proteins and giving them a second life. Instead of heading to landfill, these treasures are transformed into delicious, healthy treats your dog will devour.

From “waste” to woofs: our sustainability journey

Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Not desirable for human consumption: Offcuts like crocodile tail tips and feet, pig snouts and duck heads are often overlooked because they don’t meet the “pretty” standards for human food.

2️⃣ Saved from landfill: Rather than being thrown away and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, we intercept these protein-rich parts.

3️⃣ Diverted to our Bendigo factory: They’re sent straight to our regional Victorian facility, where we know exactly what’s going into every treat.

4️⃣ Gently dried on low heat: This process locks in nutrients and flavour without needing additives or preservatives.

5️⃣ Packaged and sent to your door: Ready for your dog to enjoy, a tasty treat with a positive impact.

Why nose-to-tail matters

Every year, thousands of tonnes of animal byproducts go to waste in Australia alone. By embracing a nose-to-tail approach, we’re helping:

🌏 Reduce landfill waste: Offcuts that were once destined for the bin now become high-value nutrition for dogs.

🦴 Honour the whole animal: Using every part shows respect for the animals and the resources that raised them.

🐾 Create healthier treats: These cuts are packed with natural nutrients like collagen, calcium, and omega fatty acids, great for joints, skin, and coat health.

Better for your dog, better for the planet

We’ve got a soft spot for sustainability and a hard stance on waste. When you choose Laila and Me, you’re not just treating your dog, you’re supporting a system that values animals, resources, and the environment.

So next time your dog crunches on a furry kangaroo ear or rabbit skin you can feel good knowing it’s helping to reduce waste and make mealtimes more sustainable.