Science Behind Ketona – KetoNatural Pet Foods

The science behind Ketona

What makes Ketona truly innovative?

Small Size, Big Innovation

There is a lot of science that goes into our kibble. 

Low Heat Extrusion

Talk about innovation 1

Farm Fresh Protein

Talk about innovation 2

Zero Carb Dog Food Ketona

Shape Retention

Talk about innovation 3

Taste that dogs love

Talk about innovation 4

Why Do We Do It?

Its our mission to empower pet parents

We believe that the pet care industry has been taking advantage of its customers for decades. From deceptive regulations and bad science to unhealthy products and emotional manipulation, legacy pet care companies have worked hard to ensure that pet owners don’t have the tools or knowledge they need to keep their pets healthy and happy.

At KetoNatural, we're different. Truly different.

We believe that the best way to make pets healthier and happier is by educating and empowering their owners. That's why we aspire to be the most honest, substantive, and progressive company in the history of the pet care industry.

Reading List For All Responsible Pet Owners

Listen to Our Founder on A PodCast

Our Founder, Daniel Schulof has spent a considerable portion of his life studying dogs, their relationship to wolves, and their ideal diet. He has appeared on numerous podcasts talking about the ideal diet for dogs and revealing the secrets of the pet food industry. Listen to these podcasts to arm yourself with more information.

 How Carbs Are Responsible For Killing Millions Of Pets

Podcast : Keto For Normies

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All My Children Wear furcoats

Podcast : Talk With Peggy Hoyt

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Keto For Dogs

Podcast : Low Carb USA

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Fighting The Dogma That Is Hurting Man's Best Friend

Podcast : The Livin La Vida Low Carb Show

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Carbohydrates and Fattening/Obesity

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KNPF Evidence Review White Paper

Are carbohydrates more fattening for dogs than other nutrients?

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Good Calories, Bad Calories

What calories are good for the body, and what calories harm the body. Gary Taubes (2007, Random House).

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Why We Get Fat And What To Do About It

What’s making us fat? And how can we change? Author Gary Taubes revisits these urgent questions.

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"Sugar: The Bitter Truth." Robert Lustig, MD (2009).

Robert H. Lustig, MD, UCSF Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology, explores the damage caused by sugary foods.

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Always Hungry?

Renowned endocrinologist Dr. David Ludwig explains why traditional diets don't work and presents a radical new plan.

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Bergman et al. 2003

"Primacy of Hepatic Inuslin Resistance in the Development of the Metabolic Syndrome Induced by an Isocaloric Moderate-Fat Diet in the Dog.” Diabetes.

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KNPF Blog : Articles Related to Obesity

Is My Dog Overweight?

Is My Dog Overweight?

How can you easily tell if your dog is overweight. Knowing this important data point can save your dog's life.

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Learn How Carbs Make Your Dog Fat

Learn How Carbs Make Your Dog Fat

Carbs are known to be the number one cause of obesity in pets. Learn how carbs make your dog fat.

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Do Carbs Cause Canine Obesity? The Science Says...

Do Carbs Cause Canine Obesity? The Science Says...

Scientific evidence behind how carbs cause obesity in dogs. Read up on our take on the scientific evidence.

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Protein Consumption

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Finco et al. 1994

“Effects of Aging and Dietary Protein Intake on Uniephrectomized Geriatric Dogs.” American Journal of Veterinary Research.

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Bovee 1999

“Mythology of Protein Restriction for Dogs with Reduced Renal Function.” Supplement to Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian.

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Why We Get Fat And What To Do About It

What’s making us fat? And how can we change? Author Gary Taubes revisits these urgent questions.

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Bergman et al. 2003

"Primacy of Hepatic Inuslin Resistance in the Development of the Metabolic Syndrome Induced by an Isocaloric Moderate-Fat Diet in the Dog.” Diabetes.

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KNPF Blog : Articles Related to Protein Consumption

How much Protein Should You Feed Your Dog? (Part 1 of 2)

How much Protein Should You Feed Your Dog? (Part 1 of 2)

How can you easily tell if your dog is overweight. Knowing this important data point can save your dog's life.

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How Much Protein Should You Feed Your Dog? (Part 2 of 2)

How Much Protein Should You Feed Your Dog? (Part 2 of 2)

Carbs are known to be the number one cause of obesity in pets. Learn how carbs make your dog fat.

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The True Costs and Benefits of Raw Diets

The True Costs and Benefits of Raw Diets

Scientific evidence behind how carbs cause obesity in dogs. Read up on our take on the scientific evidence.

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Wolves and Canine Evolution

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Wolves: Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation

Wolves are some of the world's most charismatic and controversial animals, capturing the imaginations of their friends and foes alike

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Body Composition in Animals and Man

Proceedings of a Symposium Held May 4, 5, and 6, 1967, at the University of Missouri, Columbia (1968)

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Axelsson et al. 2013

The genomic signature of dog domestication reveals adaptation to a starch-rich diet. This Nature.com article captures this beautifully.

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Abegglen et al. 2015

"Potential Mechanisms for Cancer Resistance in Elephants and Comparative Cellular Response to DNA Damage in Humans." JAMA.

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KNPF Blog : Articles Related to Wolves and Canine Evolution

Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?

Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?

Domestic dogs evolved from wolves some 15,000 years ago. When it comes to temperament, the animals are obviously quite different.

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How do we know that our lovable pet dog descended from the wolf? Are they really connected?

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Do Dogs Need Carbs (Carbohydrates) In Their Diet? See the Evidence

Do Dogs Need Carbs (Carbohydrates) In Their Diet? See the Evidence

Most dog food products are composed largely of carbohydrates like cereal grains, corn, potatoes, and rice.

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We did the unthinkable.
The carbs of a raw diet. The convenience of kibble. 

<5% Digestible Carbohydrate.

That's 90% less than other "super-premium" brands.

Twice as Much Animal-Based Protein.

Complete amino acid profiles and twice the protein content of our competitors.

Better Nutrition Than Raw/Fresh.

Yes really. When it comes to nutrition, numbers don't lie. Compare and see.

Try Ketona For Your Dog

It's Simple. Carbs Are Bad For Dogs.
Feed Them Something Better.

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