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Nourishment Inspired by Nature

Posted on 07.20.2026

For decades, Champion Petfoods has believed our pets deserve diets that reflect how nature intended them to eat. That's the philosophy behind ORIJEN and ACANA, two premium pet food brands crafted with protein-rich animal ingredients, thoughtfully balanced nutrition, and recipes designed to help dogs and cats thrive.

Since 1985, Champion Petfoods has focused on creating foods made with high-quality meat, poultry, and fish alongside wholesome fruits and vegetables. Rather than relying on fillers like corn, wheat, or soy, their recipes prioritize nourishing animal proteins that help support healthy muscles, lasting energy, healthy skin and coat, and overall wellness.

ORIJEN takes this philosophy even further with Biologically Appropriate nutrition and WholePrey ingredients, featuring the most nourishing parts of the animal including meat, organs, and bone. ACANA offers equally protein-rich recipes with thoughtfully selected ingredients that make premium nutrition accessible for pets of all ages and lifestyles.

Whether you're looking for complete meals, tasty toppers, or high-value treats, Champion Petfoods offers something for every dog and cat.

 

ORIJEN Original Stew: A Moisture-Rich Mealtime Upgrade

Looking for an easy way to add more moisture and premium protein to your dog's bowl? ORIJEN Original Stew combines tender chicken and turkey shreds in a rich, flavorful broth to create a complete and balanced meal or delicious topper. Packed with 95% premium animal ingredients, including fresh or raw WholePrey ingredients, it's a simple way to bring biologically appropriate nutrition to every meal.

Why We Love It

  • 95% premium animal ingredients
  • WholePrey ingredients including meat, organs, and bone
  • High-moisture recipe supports hydration
  • Feed as a complete meal or nutritious topper
  • Made with fresh or raw chicken and turkey

ACANA Jerky Bites Duck Recipe: Protein-Packed Rewards

Treats should be just as thoughtfully made as meals. ACANA Jerky Bites Duck Recipe features 95% duck that's gently air-dried to preserve flavor and nutrition. These tender treats work beautifully as training rewards, everyday snacks, or crumbled over meals for an extra boost of flavor that even picky eaters love.

Why We Love It

  • Made with 95% duck
  • Gently air-dried to preserve flavor and nutrients
  • Great as treats or meal toppers
  • Limited-ingredient recipe
  • No glycerin, wheat, soy, artificial flavors, colors, or grain ingredients

ORIJEN Wild Reserve Wild-Caught Fish Recipe: A Feast for Cats

Cats thrive on protein-rich diets, and ORIJEN Wild Reserve Wild-Caught Fish Recipe delivers exactly that. Featuring six raw fish ingredients alongside visible freeze-dried shrimp morsels, this recipe provides incredible flavor while supporting digestive health, healthy skin and coat, and heart health. WholePrey ingredients supply naturally occurring nutrients that help satisfy your cat's instinctive cravings.

Why We Love It

  • Freeze-dried shrimp morsels in every bite
  • First six ingredients are raw fish
  • WholePrey ingredients provide natural nutrition
  • Supports digestive, skin, coat, and heart health
  • High-protein recipe cats love

Meet Champion Petfoods at the Wellness Fair

Champion Petfoods continues to set the standard for premium nutrition with ORIJEN and ACANA, helping dogs and cats thrive through thoughtfully crafted recipes inspired by nature. Whether you're exploring biologically appropriate nutrition for the first time or searching for your pet's next favorite recipe, their team is ready to help.

Be sure to visit the Champion Petfoods team at our Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at our St. Charles location. Stop by to ask nutrition questions, discover new products, and learn which ORIJEN or ACANA recipe is the perfect fit for your pet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ORIJEN and ACANA?

Both brands are made by Champion Petfoods and focus on premium animal ingredients. ORIJEN recipes typically contain higher levels of animal ingredients and follow a Biologically Appropriate philosophy with WholePrey nutrition, while ACANA offers protein-rich recipes with wholesome ingredients for a variety of feeding preferences.

What are WholePrey ingredients?

WholePrey ingredients include the most nourishing parts of the animal, such as meat, organs, and bone, providing naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that help support overall health.

Can ORIJEN Original Stew be fed as a complete meal?

Yes. ORIJEN Original Stew is complete and balanced, so it can be served on its own or used as a nutritious topper for dry food.

Can ACANA Jerky Bites be used as meal toppers?

Absolutely. They're perfect as training treats, everyday rewards, or crumbled over meals to add extra flavor and protein.

Can I meet the Champion Petfoods team at the Wellness Fair?

Yes! Visit the Champion Petfoods team at the Two Bostons Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 12, from 12 PM to 3 PM at our St. Charles location to learn more about ORIJEN, ACANA, and premium pet nutrition.