The Hiking Pet began with two dogs we love dearly: Mugen and Kioni.

For Years, like many dog owners, we fed traditional kibble and trusted that we were giving our dogs what they needed. But despite regular exercise and an active lifestyle, we noticed both dogs gradually gaining weight. We wanted them to feel their best; not just live long lives but enjoy healthy & active ones.

So, we started making changes.

What began as a simple effort to improve our dogs’ nutrition became a recipe we have been feeding them for over 6 years. We focused on real ingredients, balanced portions, and foods we felt good about putting into their bowls.

Today Mugen is 12 years old and Kioni is 8 both maintain healthy body condition for their size and continue to enjoy the active lifestyle we love sharing with them.

As hikers, travelers, and outdoor enthusiasts; we have always believed dogs deserve more than a life spent indoors. They deserve trails, road trips, camping weekends, mountain views, long walks, and everyday adventures with the people they love.

Because feeding fresh food is not always convenient when you are on the go, we created The Hiking Pet. Our freeze-dried recipe is inspired by the same simple ingredients we have trusted giving to our own dogs for years. By freeze-drying our food we’re able to offer the convenience of shelf-stable nutrition without sacrificing the quality and simplicity that matters to us.

Whether you are heading into the mountains, packing for a weekend trip, preparing for emergencies or simply looking for a wholesome addition to your dogs’ routine, our goal is the same:

To make it easier for dogs to live active and adventurous lives fueled by real food.

Every Pet deserves a chance to explore, move and thrive.

Every adventure is better with your best friend beside you.