This is Riverwood
"You are what you eat": A saying that holds a lot of truth. The right nutrition helps us feel fit and vital. This also applies to animals.
"When you consciously pay attention to your own nutrition every day, you also want only the very best for your children and pets," explains John Sars, director of Johnson Petfoods (the company behind Riverwood). "That has been the foundation for Riverwood."
That is why we developed the Riverwood brand. A complete line of dog and cat food made with only the best ingredients. Pure, artisanal, and made with love.
The Best of all worlds
At Riverwood, the best of all worlds comes together. There are six types of Riverwood dog food and six types of Riverwood cat food. Each variant contains three different protein sources. The meat we use for Riverwood comes from animals that have been able to roam freely. This means they have had a dignified life and have been able to develop better muscles. This, in turn, has a positive effect on the quality of the meat.
At Riverwood, we do not use grains or potatoes. Instead, we have chosen yellow peas because of their low glycemic index. These carbohydrates are broken down slowly, which is better for a healthy and stable blood sugar level. In addition, Riverwood contains a balanced selection of vegetables and fruits and no artificial fragrances, colors, or flavorings.”
Johnson Petfoods (the company behind Riverwood) is a family business from Brabant with years of expertise in pet nutrition. You can read here how Riverwood has expanded internationally!
The Start
John explains that the right nutrition makes animals feel fit and vital. “This is the foundation of Riverwood.” If we as owners are conscious about our own food, why isn’t there 100% natural and conscious food for dogs and cats on the market?
The Design
But… how did Riverwood come about? Developing Riverwood involved a whole process. "We carefully looked at products already on the market to see what we could possibly do better or differently, and we listened closely to the needs and interests of consumers and nutrition experts,” John says. “We weighed, tested, and discussed all the top ingredients from good dog and cat foods, as well as statements we heard or read from dog experts, veterinarians, or behavior therapists. In the end, we only included the very best from nature in Riverwood.” This keeps the food as pure as possible: high meat percentages, no grains or gluten, but fresh vegetables and fruit and a rich blend of powerful herbs. Of course, we don’t use artificial fragrances, colors, flavors, or preservatives. This way, we can bring your pet as close to nature as possible with healthy and tasty food.
Unique
So… is Riverwood very unique within dog and cat food? “Absolutely!” John says. "For both dogs and cats, there are 6 different types of delicious food. Because… dogs and cats with intolerances and allergies also deserve high-quality food that is tasty and healthy. Moreover, everyone has their favorite flavor, and that goes for your pet too!" “We are determined to inspire as many people as possible to consciously choose the well-being of their cat or dog so they can build a healthy and sustainable future together. We don’t sell dreams; we help you realize them together with your dog or cat.”
Quality First
When Riverwood was introduced, the products were only available at the better pet specialty stores. A conscious choice, since these stores offer broader service and expert advice. After rapid and significant growth, an online brand store was inevitable!
International Expansion
The fact that this vision and approach work is evident from the fact that Riverwood is now internationally known. “Our products are now also available in countries like France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Bulgaria, and Finland, something we are very proud of. We are far from done growing and hope to make more and more pets and their owners happy worldwide!”