The National Trust, Europe’s largest conservation charity, is teaming up with Devon-based natural pet food makers Forthglade. The three-year partnership focuses on the launch of a range of natural meals for dogs and supports the National Trust’s ‘Dogs Welcome’ project.

The ‘Dogs Welcome’ project will help canine companions and their owners enjoy the special places cared for by the National Trust, across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The three-year partnership is rooted in the values of enjoying open spaces and the wellbeing benefits of nurturing the relationships we hold dear - both human and with our four-legged friends, which both organisations passionately share.

A range of all-natural, nutritionally balanced Gourmet dinners will launch this month with a selection of grain-free complete wet meals, all with high-quality ingredients, a 75% meat content and free from any nasties. Sales of the dog food range will contribute at least £50,000 per annum to support the Trust’s conservation work.

The special range includes recipes such as duck & venison with green beans and apricots or turkey & goose with pumpkin and cranberries. A natural cold-pressed dry dog food range will be launched later in the year, as well as a selection of hand-baked grain-free natural dog treats. The range will be available to buy directly from many National Trust shops over the next few months, nationaltrust.org.uk/shop, forthglade.com, Waitrose and independent pet retailers.

Over the next three years the project will put developments in place so that dog owners can enjoy a great day out with their four-legged friends, whilst helping to protect the special places that the National Trust care for. And for those that aren’t doggy fans, it will ensure there are consistent expectations of dog owners and highlight the dog-free places available to enjoy.

With the launch of our new Dogs Welcome project, we’re excited to make the experience for dog owners and their beloved companions even more special. We’re thrilled to have the support and expertise of Forthglade, as their focus is on great canine nutrition and the importance of nourishing relationships between owners and their dogs. We’re also pleased to be offering Forthglade’s range of natural Gourmet recipes with many of our dog owning supporters”. Said Rachel Forsyth, Dogs Welcome project manager, National Trust.

Gerard Lovell, Forthglade’s Joint MD “We’re so pleased to be supporting the wonderful work achieved by the National Trust and thrilled to have the Trust associated with our range of natural meals and treats for dogs, it really is an honour. We look forward to further bringing to life the National Trust’s Dogs Welcome activity, as the Trust provides so many incredible areas for dog walkers and dogs to enjoy together”.

ALL-NATURAL WET DOG FOOD: available from nationaltrust.org.uk/shop / www.forthglade.comfrom September 2019 onwards

• Chicken & Duck with Chickpeas and Pear Gourmet Complete Meal, RRP £1.99 per 395g tray. As excellent sources of protein, chicken and duck are combined with fibre and antioxidant rich chickpeas and pear, for a nourishing, grain-free meal. Botanicals are added to help aid the body’s defences.

• Turkey & Goose with Pumpkin and Cranberries Gourmet Complete Meal, RRP £1.99 per 395g tray. Packed with 75% meat and teamed with pumpkin and cranberries, the meal is gently steamed to retain the natural goodness of the ingredients, and includes a selection of herbs - chamomile, parsley, rosemary and nettle.

• Duck & Venison with Green Beans and Apricot Gourmet Complete Meal, RRP £1.99 per 395g tray. This dish is easy for your dog to digest and packed full of protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to support their health and immunity.

• Beef & Wild Boar with Root Vegetable and Apple Gourmet Complete Meal, RRP £1.99 per 395g tray. Protein rich beef and boar are combined with naturally occurring omega-3 fatty acids, which support the immune system promote healthy skin and a glossy coat.

• A Gourmet Festive Feast: Forthglade have also produced a very special canine Christmas dinner with the National Trust, packed with delicious turkey and goose, guaranteed to set tails wagging over Christmas. RRP £1.99 395g tray.

• Gourmet Variety Case (Turkey & Goose and Duck & Venison), RRP £11.25 for x 6 395g trays. A great way to enjoy a selection of the meals conveniently in one pack. The case contains three trays of each of the two grain-free, complete meal recipes.