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Open Farm

Privately heldSince 2014Toronto, Ontario

RECIPES REVIEWED
37
AVG PROTEIN, DM, KIBBLE
31.7%
AVG STARCH, KIBBLE
36%
FDA RECALLS
None since 2012
LINES
RawMix 12 Goodbowl 3 Epic Blend 2 GoodGut 2
THE LINES

Open Farm Lines, Reviewed

4 lines

All recipes

37 foods matched · newest first
DEEP DIVE

Inside The Open Farm Range

Across 37 recipes we review

Protein is close to the average kibble we review (31.7% on a dry matter basis).

97% of recipes lead with a meat, fish or egg ingredient (89% across the site).

46% of recipes are grain-free.

NUTRITION

How The Range Measures Up

this range, lowest to highest its average average of all 3,089 foods we review

Protein, dry matter 32% 28% to 34%
15%site avg 30%50%
Fat, dry matter 16% 11% to 19%
5%site avg 18%30%
Starch, as fed 36% 32% to 43%
10%site avg 37%60%
Kcal per cup 418 365 to 450
250site avg 395600

Starch is our estimate from the guaranteed analysis, since no manufacturer prints it. How we work it out

INGREDIENTS

What Goes In The Bowl

Fish 86% 35%
Beef 24% 19%
Pork 24% 11%
Chicken 19% 56%
Turkey 16% 20%
Lamb 16% 14%
Venison 8% 2%

Share of recipes that list each animal protein as an ingredient, not counting oils, fats or flavorings. Useful if your dog has a food sensitivity.

Ingredients Some Owners Avoid

By-products 0% 13%
Artificial colors 0% 1%
Chemical preservatives 0% 9%
Corn 0% 15%
Wheat 0% 13%
Soy 0% 10%

These are not unsafe. They are listed because readers ask about them.

LIFE STAGE
  • All Life Stages18
  • Adult4
  • Puppy2
BREED SIZE
  • All Breeds34
  • Large Breed2
SPECIAL DIETS
  • Grain-free (no wheat, corn, rice, barley or oats)17
Open Farm RawMix Wild Ocean Recipe Dry Dog Food MOST PROTEIN Open Farm RawMix Wild Ocean Recipe Dry Dog Food 34.4% dry matter Open Farm Ancient Grains RawMix Open Prairie Recipe-Ancient Grain Dry Dog Food LEAST STARCH Open Farm Ancient Grains RawMix Open Prairie Recipe-Ancient Grain Dry Dog Food 32% as fed Open Farm Goodbowl Harvest Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food FEWEST CALORIES Open Farm Goodbowl Harvest Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food 365 kcal per cup
THE COMPANY

About Open Farm

Ownership
Privately held
Founded
2014
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario

Who Makes It

Open Farm is a pet food company based in Toronto, Ontario, that sells dry, wet, fresh and freeze-dried raw food, treats and supplements for dogs and cats. The company says its recipes use humanely raised and sustainably sourced ingredients with 100% ingredient traceability. Its dog lines include RawMix, Goodbowl, Epic Blend and GoodGut. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Where It Is Made

The company says its food is manufactured in the United States, near its local vegetable program and audited partner farms. It says recipe development, formulation and distribution are handled in Canada. Public sources reviewed do not clearly state whether Open Farm owns its plants or uses contract manufacturers. 1

History

Open Farm was founded in 2014 in Toronto by Jacqueline Prehogan, Isaac Langleben and Derek Beigleman. General Atlantic led an $80 million growth equity round in January 2021, and the company has confidentially filed for an initial public offering, which it delayed to fall 2026. In June 2026 its products launched in nearly 1,700 PetSmart stores in the US and Canada. 3

Worth Knowing

Open Farm announced B Corp certification in July 2024. In December 2024 it voluntarily withdrew select lots of freeze-dried raw dog food and a RawMix recipe after small pieces of soft plastic film from ingredient liners were found. The company called this a market removal rather than a recall and said no injuries were reported. 7, 8

  1. openfarmpet.com/pages/faq
  2. bnnbloomberg.ca/press-releases/2026/07/28/open-farm-introduces-pets-are-perfect-so-we-must-be-too-defining-the-next-chapter-of-its-brand-evolution
  3. theglobeandmail.com/business/article-open-farm-a-canadian-premium-pet-food-maker-delays-ipo-in-toronto
  4. petage.com/open-farm-officially-launches-premium-kibble-topper-innovation-goodbowl-for-neighborhood-pet-retailers
  5. petsplusmag.com/open-farm-unveils-epic-blend-high-protein-superfood-for-dogs
  6. petage.com/open-farm-launches-goodgut-in-partnership-with-lifeway-foods
  7. prnewswire.com/news-releases/open-farm-earns-b-corp-certication-302193482.html
  8. dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-news/market-removal-of-six-products-no-danger-to-dogs

Researched from the sources above. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.

RECALL HISTORY // OPEN FARM

No Recalls In Our Record Since 2012

Our log holds FDA dog food recall notices from 2012 on, so this is not a guarantee that Open Farm has never had one. See the recall log

NEWS & PRESS

What Open Farm Has Announced

JUL 28, 2026
NEWS Open Farm Introduces 'Pets Are Perfect. So, We Must Be Too.' Defining the Next Chapter of Its Brand Evolution

Open Farm launched its largest integrated brand campaign to date, running across TV, streaming, digital video and social media. BNN Bloomberg (press release)

JUN 8, 2026
CORPORATE Open Farm and PetSmart Partner to Expand Access to Premium, Responsibly Sourced Pet Nutrition

Open Farm's full line became available in nearly 1,700 PetSmart stores in the US and Canada and online. This brought the brand to more than 9,500 retail locations in North America. Business Wire

MAR 30, 2026
NEW PRODUCT Open Farm Launches GoodGut in Partnership with Lifeway Foods

Open Farm introduced GoodGut, a kibble with freeze-dried raw pieces and a probiotic blend developed with kefir maker Lifeway Foods. It comes in salmon, beef and chicken recipes. Pet Age

AUG 17, 2025
NEW PRODUCT Open Farm Expands Freshly Crafted Line With New Recipes and Personalized Meal Plans

Open Farm added 11 fresh dog food recipes across four formats, including meatballs and Goodbowl rolls. It also launched an online Meal Plan Builder. Pets+ Magazine

MAR 26, 2025
NEW PRODUCT Open Farm Unveils Epic Blend High-Protein Superfood for Dogs

Open Farm introduced Epic Blend, which combines oven-baked kibble with air-dried meat and organ pieces, in beef, chicken and salmon recipes. It was set to launch in April 2025. Pets+ Magazine

DEC 30, 2024
RECALL Market Removal of Six Products: No Danger to Dogs

Open Farm voluntarily removed select lots of freeze-dried raw dog products and a RawMix recipe after soft plastic film pieces from ingredient liners were found. The company said it was not a recall and posed no health risk. Dog Food Advisor

JUL 11, 2024
NEWS Open Farm Earns B Corp Certification

Open Farm announced B Corp certification with a score of 102.8. The company described itself as the highest-scoring dog and cat food brand in North America to earn the designation. PR Newswire

FEB 28, 2024
LAUNCH Open Farm Officially Launches Premium Kibble/Topper Innovation Goodbowl for Neighborhood Pet Retailers

Open Farm launched Goodbowl, an oven-baked kibble and freeze-dried raw topper line. It includes three dog recipes made with chicken, grass-fed beef or salmon and brown rice. Pet Age

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