ABOUT THE HONEST KITCHEN

The Honest Kitchen was founded by Lucy and Charlie Postins in 2002 in San Diego, CA with a mission to help as many pets as possible get on the road to good health through good food. They produce a full line of Human Grade complete & balanced foods for pets including dry, dehydrated, and wet foods, as well as treats, toppers, hydration boosters, and a best-selling digestive supplement. The Honest Kitchen was the first-ever human grade pet food, meaning the finished product meets human food production standards (unlike conventional pet food which is feed-grade). Each Honest Kitchen product is made with uncompromising quality & safety standards by a company of pet lovers. For more information, please visit www.thehonestkitchen.com

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Press Releases

We've done a lot of the last twenty years, but the below highlights our most important moments.
September 25, 2023

The Honest Kitchen Rounds out their Executive Leadership team with new CEO, Will Lisman

The Honest Kitchen, the leading human grade pet food company, announced today that consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry veteran, Will Lisman, has...

March 17, 2023

The Honest Kitchen Announces New Executive Hires for Enhanced Operational and Financial Excellence

San Diego, Calif., March 17, 2023 —The Honest Kitchen, the rapidly growing and leading human grade pet food company, announced today that it has...

January 11, 2023

The Honest Kitchen, a Human Grade Pet Food Company, Launches a New Line of Functional Toppers

San Diego, Calif., January 11, 2023. The Honest Kitchen, a San Diego producer of natural, human grade pet foods announced the launch of a new line...

September 07, 2022

The Honest Kitchen, a Human Grade Pet Food Company, Achieves B Corp™ Certification

San Diego, Calif., Sept 7, 2022. The Honest Kitchen, a San Diego producer of natural, human grade pet foods, supplements and treats, announced...

June 07, 2022

The Honest Kitchen Earns Farm Animal Welfare Certification from Global Animal Partnership (G.A.P.)

SAN DIEGO (June 7, 2022) - To further its ongoing commitment to animal welfare, transparent ingredient sourcing and sustainability, human-grade pet...

May 03, 2022

The Honest Kitchen Completes In-Home AAFCO Feeding Trials to Substantiate the Nutritional Benefits of its Human-Grade Food for Dog

SAN DIEGO (May 3, 2022) - The Honest Kitchen, the pioneer in human-grade pet food, has successfully completed in-home, comprehensive AAFCO...

April 05, 2022

Pioneer in Human-Grade Pet Food, The Honest Kitchen, Raises $150 Million Investment in Latest Fundraise Round

Monarch’s growth investment will further fuel manufacturing capacity, innovation and marketing efforts for the company. SAN DIEGO (April 5, 2022)...

March 31, 2021

Female-Founded Pet Food Brand The Honest Kitchen® Adopts the Better Chicken Commitment

Pet food company commits to even higher sourcing standards with guidance from the ASPCA® and partnership with its human grade chicken...

April 22, 2021

Human Grade Pet Food Company Launches Line of Gourmet Grain Recipes for Dogs

SAN DIEGO, Calif.  – The Honest Kitchen, maker of all‐natural pet foods, treats, toppers, and supplements, announces the launch of Gourmet Grains,...

December 16, 2020

Petco and The Honest Kitchen Team Up to Bring Human-Grade Dog Food to More Pets

The Honest Kitchen brand will be available in Petco stores and online beginning January 31, 2021    SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Petco, an industry-leading...

October 19, 2020

The Honest Kitchen Launches Line of High Protein Meat Snacks for Dogs 

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Honest Kitchen, maker of natural pet foods, treats, toppers, and supplements, announces the launch of a new line of 100...

October 13, 2020

Human Grade Pet Food Company Launches Extension of Whole Food Clusters 

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Honest Kitchen, maker of all-natural pet foods, treats, toppers and supplements, announces the extension of their Whole...

October 24, 2019

The Honest Kitchen’s Dry Food, Whole Food Clusters, Wins Best Innovation from Pet Supplies Plus

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Honest Kitchen announces today that the world's first 100 percent human grade dry food Whole Food Clusters, has won the...

June 26, 2019

The Honest Kitchen Unveils World’s First 100% Human Grade Dry Food

The human grade pet food company reinvents dry food with their nutrient-dense, minimally processed,100 percent human grade Whole Food Clusters SAN...

April 04, 2020

Human Grade Pet Food Company Launches Line of Complete and Balanced Wet Food for Dogs

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Honest Kitchen, maker of natural pet foods, treats, toppers, and supplements, announces the launch of a new line of...

March 01, 2020

The Honest Kitchen Launches Two Fish Treat Innovations

SAN DIEGO, Calif.– The Honest Kitchen, maker of all-natural pet foods, treats, toppers and supplements, announces the release of two new 100% human...

June 26, 2018

The Honest Kitchen Launches Line of Artisanal Cookie Treats for Dogs

SAN DIEGO, Calif.  – The Honest Kitchen, maker of natural pet foods, treats, toppers, and supplements, announces the launch of a new line of...

June 26, 2018

Human Grade Pet Food Company Launches Line of Slow‐Cooked, Pourable Stews for Dogs

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Honest Kitchen, maker of all‐natural pet foods, treats, toppers, and supplements, announces the launch of Pour Overs™, a...

In the News

Here's a few highlights of what where we've been featured in the news. For a full list of news features, please reach out to media@thehonestkitchen.com.

Online Reviews

Healthiest Treats of 2023: Ocean Chews - Hearty Wolffish Skins

Spruce Pets

We love The Honest Kitchen because it stands out in the pet food market for its variety of 100% human-grade dog food, supplements, treats, and other specialty food products. And the company’s quality standards are among the best in the industry.

Canine Journal

Best Dehydrated Dog Food: The Honest Kitchen Whole Grain Chicken

Canine Journal

The Honest Kitchen is an established brand that offers an impressively wide range of foods for all dogs. Owners and their dogs rate all of their products highly, as do many vets and independent third-party experts.

LoveYourDog

The Honest Kitchen is a superior choice for cats of all ages and dietary needs. Their recipes use only the freshest, 100% human-grade ingredients and are free of fillers, artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.

LoveYourCat

Brand Video

Below is our brand anthem video that shares our mission, values and the way we make our foods.
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