What Is Human-Grade Pet Food and Why It’s Beneficial for Your Pet

Just like us, our pets thrive on wholesome, nutritious meals, not heavily processed foods filled with preservatives. As pet parents, we’ve learned to prioritise fresh, healthy eating for ourselves, so why not for our furry companions?

That’s where human-grade pet food comes in. It’s a movement toward safer, higher-quality, and more transparent nutrition for dogs and cats.

🐾 What Does “Human-Grade” Mean?

Human-grade pet food refers to meals made entirely from ingredients that are safe for human consumption and prepared in facilities that follow human food production standards.

This means every step, from ingredient sourcing to cooking and packaging, meets the same hygiene, handling, and safety requirements as our own food.

Human-grade pet food can take many forms, including:

• Gently cooked meals (like ours at The Bon Pet)

• Freeze-dried treats

• Raw diets

However, most commercial pet foods, such as kibble and canned meals, are typically classified as pet-grade, not human-grade.

For pets not suited to raw diets, a gently cooked, human-grade meal is an ideal middle ground. It’s easy to digest, nutritionally complete, and naturally delicious.

🍽️ Is All Human Food Safe for Pets?

Not all human foods are safe for pets, even if the ingredients are human-grade. Some foods, such as onions, garlic, grapes, and chocolate, can be toxic to cats and dogs.

If you’re considering preparing homemade pet meals, always consult your veterinarian first to ensure nutritional balance and safety.

That’s why many pet parents prefer to trust professionally formulated meals like ours.

✅ At The Bon Pet, every recipe is crafted with PhD-level pet nutritionists and formulated to meet or exceed AAFCO nutritional standards, ensuring your pet gets the perfect balance of protein, vitamins, and minerals in every bite.

🌿 The Benefits of Human-Grade Pet Food

1. Transparency: You Know Exactly What’s Inside

Human-grade meals are made with real, visible ingredients, not powders, fillers, or artificial additives.

When you open a pack of The Bon Pet’s Gently Cooked Meals, you’ll see what your pet is eating: fresh meat, vegetables, and healthy oils.
No by-products. No preservatives. No surprises.

2. Healthier Skin and Coat

Low-quality pet food often leads to dry skin, shedding, or dull coats. Human-grade meals rich in omega-3 fatty acids and natural proteins help nourish skin, strengthen fur, and reduce irritation.

🐾 Try: Gently Cooked Free Range Chicken for Cats or Gently Cooked Grass-Fed Beef for Dogs, high in protein and naturally rich in essential fatty acids.

3. Better Digestion and Nutrient Absorption

Because gently cooked human-grade meals are minimally processed, they’re easier on the digestive system.

This promotes:

• Improved nutrient absorption

• Smaller, firmer stools

• Less bloating and discomfort

💡 Learn more: Why Gently Cooked Pet Food Is Easier to Digest

4. Sustained Energy and Longer Lifespan

Fresh, balanced nutrition supports healthy energy levels and weight maintenance. Over time, a cleaner diet means better vitality and potentially a longer, healthier life.

Your pet’s food should fuel their happiness, not just fill their bowl.

🐶 Why Choose Gently Cooked Meals

Gently cooked pet food strikes the perfect balance between raw and commercial kibble.

At The Bon Pet, our meals are:

• Sous vide cooked at 80°C to eliminate harmful pathogens

• Flash-frozen for freshness

• Made with 100% human-grade ingredients

• Complete and balanced for all life stages

This process preserves nutrients, moisture, and natural flavor, creating food that’s safe, digestible, and delicious, even for picky eaters.

Explore our range:

• 🐱 Gently Cooked Free Range Chicken for Cats

• 🐱 Gently Cooked Grass-Fed Beef for Cats

• 🐱 Gently Cooked Wild Kangaroo for Cats

• 🐶 Gently Cooked Free Range Chicken for Dogs

• 🐶 Gently Cooked Grass-Fed Beef for Dogs

• 🐶 Gently Cooked Wild Kangaroo for Dogs

💬 Final Thoughts

While there’s nothing inherently “bad” about commercial kibble or canned food, feeding human-grade pet meals offers clear advantages — from transparency and safety to digestibility and taste. The key is to choose food that’s nutritionally complete and balanced for your pet’s unique needs.

Every cat and dog is different, so always consider factors like age, breed, weight, and activity level when planning their diet. For personalised guidance, consult your veterinarian — and if you’re ready to make the switch, explore The Bon Pet’s range of gently cooked meals crafted for optimal health and happiness.

Because at The Bon Pet, real food makes a real difference. 🐾