Frequently asked questions about our insect protein

We are always looking for alternative and, above all, sustainable sources of protein, because proteins will be in short supply in the future. Conventional meat also has many flaws: we are talking about sprayed soy as animal feed, mass livestock farming in a small space, or the nitrate pollution of the soil from meat production.

The use of insects in our dog food can make a major contribution to climate protection, since production is significantly more environmentally friendly in terms of land use, feed consumption, CO2 emissions and water consumption. You can find numbers and data on insects as champigons of sustainability here.

Insects protect our environment, but are also good for the nutrition of our four-legged friends. Dog or cat food with insect protein is at least as good as food with conventional meat. They not only supply high-quality proteins, but also valuable fatty acids and minerals. As a rarely used protein supplier, it is ideal for sensitive people and allergy sufferers. Some people try kangaroo meat from Australia or horse meat from Mexico with their allergy sufferers. And then the circle closes: Why should we have meat transported over half the globe if insects can be obtained regionally?

We usually use mealworm larvae or black soldier fly larvae. We source our insect protein from small farms in Europe with which we work closely. This enables us to guarantee high quality in accordance with food standards and short transport routes and promote the development of an alternative to conventional meat in Europe that is also interesting for human nutrition.

Different studies indicate that insects cannot feel pain. However, the farms are very careful with them. These include a warm climate similar to their usual habitat, high-quality, plant-based feed and quick processing into protein in a fraction of a second with prior stunning.

The question is relatively easy to answer, because the amount that we need for our feed is not so easy to catch with the net. The insects are bred specifically for our feed.

Dogs and cats need essential amino acids, which they do not produce on their own, but can only be obtained through food - and they can be found in insects, above all, in very good quality. The animal's digestive system doesn't care where the amino acids come from. The main thing is that they are available in sufficient quantities.

We hear this question frequently, especially in dogs. However, it has been scientifically proven that wolves or dogs have adapted well to humans and starchy food over the millennia. A diet with insects or even completely vegetarian is therefore not a problem at all, as long as all nutrients are covered. If you want to learn more about purely plant-based dog nutrition, you can read on here.

Have you never caught your four-legged friend chasing little flies, spiders or beetles? Because they seem to know what is good: insects are also a high-quality protein source in cat and dog nutrition. Insects not only supply high-quality proteins, but also valuable fatty acids and minerals. From an ecological point of view, there is a lot to be said for the use of insects in animal feed, because raising them uses little resources. Accordingly, we give responsible cat and dog owners the opportunity to protect our environment and feed their pets the best proteins.