Pet Food Ingredients for Digestive Health

Fish Broths

Discover the savory power of Scoular’s premium fish broths—crafted from high-quality, sustainably sourced fish to deliver exceptional flavor and nutrition. Our fish broths are a concentrated source of highly digestible protein and essential minerals, designed to enhance pet food formulations with superior palatability and functional benefits. Whether you’re creating innovative recipes or boosting nutritional profiles, Scoular’s fish broths offer a natural solution that supports optimal health, strong muscles, and irresistible taste for pets. 

Organic Beef Broth & Stock

Scoular’s beef broths and stocks deliver rich, natural flavor and concentrated nutrition for premium pet food formulations. Made exclusively from high-quality beef bones and water, our products meet USDA standards for “Natural” and are available in conventional and organic options. With high protein content, essential minerals, and no artificial additives, these broths and stocks enhance palatability while supporting optimal health and wellness. Whether you need liquid concentrates, dried powders, or custom solutions, Scoular provides versatile, shelf-stable ingredients designed to elevate your recipes and meet consumer demand for clean, functional nutrition.

Organic Chicken Broth & Stock

Scoular’s chicken broths and stocks deliver clean, natural flavor and high-quality nutrition for premium pet food applications. Made exclusively from all-natural chicken bones and water, and available in liquid and dried formats, these broths provide concentrated protein, essential amino acids, and collagen to support palatability and functional health benefits. With conventional and organic options, Scoular offers versatile, shelf-stable solutions that align with consumer demand for transparency and wholesome ingredients.

Organic Turkey Broth & Stock

Crafted from wholesome turkey bones and water, Scoular’s Turkey Broths offer a lighter, nuanced flavor profile that pets love, while delivering high-quality protein and essential nutrients. Naturally free from artificial additives, our turkey broth supports clean-label recipes and enhances palatability without compromise. Available in versatile formats, it’s the ideal solution for brands seeking to differentiate with a lean, flavorful option that meets consumer demand for transparency and nutrition.

Duck Meal

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible duck carcasses. Duck meal is cooked, dehydrated, pressed and finely ground in a minimal amount of time to guarantee freshness. Duck meal is a palatable and highly digestible protein for today’s pet food diets.

Goose Meal

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible goose. Goose meal is cooked, dehydrated, pressed and finely ground in a minimal amount of time to guarantee freshness. Goose meal is a palatable and highly digestible protein for today’s pet food diets.

Guinea Fowl Meal

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible guinea fowl. The meal is cooked, dehydrated, pressed and finely ground in a minimal amount of time to guarantee freshness. Guinea meal is a palatable and highly digestible protein for today’s pet food diets.

Rabbit Meal

Rabbit meal is made from edible, fresh rabbit. The meal is cooked, dehydrated, pressed and finely ground in a minimum amount of time at each stage to guarantee freshness. Rabbit meal is a palatable and highly digestible protein for today’s pet food diets.

Dried Duck

Our dried duck is collected daily and processed from fresh edible duck carcasses, excluding the viscera, feathers, heads and feet. The product is minimally processed to guarantee freshness and all stages of processing are designed to improve quality. With 67% protein, optimal digestion and absorption, it is a nutritious addition to premium pet food formulations.

Dried Salmon

Our dried salmon is a naturally preserved product made from Food Grade Atlantic Salmon containing high protein, peptides, Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It is also highly palatable, highly digestible and easily absorbed, and has hypoallergenic properties.

Dried Whitefish

Dried whitefish is a naturally preserved product made from Food Grade Whitefish containing high protein and peptides that are highly digestible and easily absorbed. Dried whitefish is also highly palatable and has hypoallergenic properties making it a high-quality product for today’s pet diets.

Krill Meal

Krill meal comes from one of the largest, most sustainable biomasses in the clean waters surrounding Antarctica. Its abundance in EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids makes it ideal for highly sophisticated diets. It acts both as a natural colorant and attractant. Our krill meal is always MSC-certified from the Atlantic Ocean and produced fresh on the vessel.

Squid Meal

Produced as a byproduct of human consumption, squid meal is a high-protein (up to 80%) ingredient ideal for shrimp and aquaculture diets and has an added benefit as an attractant.

Brown Flax

An oilseed grown in western Canada for the oil crush industry, food industry and feed applications, brown flax is a health superfood known for its natural plant-based high levels of omega-3, soluble fiber and high oil content. We offer 98% and 99.9% purity levels, identity-preserved and non-GMO options. We process a large volume of flaxseed products at our state-of-the-art facility in Richardson, Saskatchewan, supporting global crush markets and providing high-purity flaxseed suitable for a range of applications—from breads to snacks to oils, pet food and livestock feed.

Brown flax is perfect for baking applications. It is a versatile source of omega-3 fatty acids that can add a delicious nutty flavor or appealing visual to food applications like flatbreads, tortillas, crackers, bars, cookies and more. Brown flax is also an integral part of the healthy diet for dogs and cats. It can help support a number of labeling needs, from heart healthy ingredients to skin and coat health.

Golden Flax

Similar to the brown variety, golden flax is a health superfood known for its natural plant-based high levels of omega-3, soluble fiber and high oil content. We offer 99.9% and 98% purity levels, identity-preserved and non-GMO options. We process high-purity golden flaxseed at our state-of-the-art flax processing facility in Richardson, Saskatchewan, serving the crush, food, feed and pet food markets.

Golden flax is preferred in many baking applications due to its “golden” appearance and easy mixing in baking mixes. A rich source of omega-3’s, flaxseed is a great addition to health forward foods, like vegan diets. Golden flax can also offer benefits in pet food applications and may support label claims such as immune support, joint support, heart health, and others.

Milled Brown Flax

We offer milled brown flax for your convenience. Milled flax, or flaxseed meal, comes with the same nutritional benefits as regular flax but in a form that can easily be incorporated into food, pet food and feed formulations. We offer 99.9% and 98% purity levels, identity-preserved and non-GMO options. Flax is a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) to help support omega-3 label claims and various health benefits that matter to consumers and pet owners.

Ground flaxseed can be a source of fiber in complete pet food diets, and offer additional benefits for healthy skin and coat, digestion, immunity and other trends. In food applications, milled brown flax is naturally gluten-free, soy-free and non-GMO and a rich source of plant lignans. Flax adds a delicious nutty flavor to recipes.

Milled Golden Flax

We offer milled golden flax for your convenience. It comes with all the same nutritional benefits of regular flax but in a form that can easily be incorporated into your formulations. Milled golden flax can help support a variety of trends and the unique application needs of food, feed and pet food manufacturers. We offer 99.9% and 98% purity levels, identity-preserved and non-GMO options.

Milled flax, or flaxseed meal, may be used in a variety of food applications, including pasta, mixes and blends, cookies, bars, breads and more. Rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), flax is great for omega-3 applications to support health benefits that matter to consumers. In pet food, milled flaxseed can add fiber to complete diets, and help support label claims for health benefits like healthy skin and coat.

Barley Flour

Scoular’s Barley Flour is finely milled from whole barley kernels to deliver a neutral flavor, smooth texture, and consistent performance in pet food manufacturing. Rich in complex carbohydrates and natural fiber, it supports digestive health and provides slow-release energy for pets. In addition to its nutritional benefits, Barley Flour improves kibble structure and processing efficiency thanks to its natural starch content, which acts as a binder during extrusion and baking. This ingredient is an excellent choice for dry kibble where texture and fiber enrichment are essential, baked treats that require crispness and shape retention, and cold-formed snacks that prioritize clean label formulations. It also works well in multi-grain blends for recipes that emphasize wholesome, balanced nutrition and a clean label.

Beet Pulp

A trusted ingredient for balanced nutrition and gut wellness, Scoular’s Beet Pulp is a highly digestible fiber ingredient derived from sugar beet processing. Its neutral taste and fine texture make it easy to incorporate into a variety of pet food recipes. Known for its ability to support gastrointestinal health, Beet Pulp helps regulate stool consistency and provides fermentable fiber that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria. Beyond digestive benefits, Beet Pulp enhances satiety and supports weight management, making it ideal for weight-control diets and senior pet formulas.

Blueberry Powder

Whole blueberry powder is available in both dehydrated and solar-dried options.

Brown Seaweed

Brown Seaweed, or commonly known as kelp, is often used in pet food due to its rich nutritional profile. It contains essential vitamins and minerals such as iodine, calcium, iron, potassium, and magnesium which can support various health aspects in pets.

Chickpea Flour

Milled from whole chickpeas to deliver a nutrient-rich ingredient packed with plant protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates, Scoular’s Chickpea Flour offers clean label appeal and naturally gluten-free properties, which resonate with consumers seeking transparency and wholesome ingredients. It is ideal for recipes targeting pets with sensitivities to common grains, providing a wholesome alternative that resonates with health-conscious consumers. Its versatility makes it a go-to ingredient for kibble, treats, and specialty diets that prioritize nutrition and transparency.

Citrus Fiber

Scoular’s Citrus Fiber is derived from citrus peels and offers exceptional water-binding and emulsification properties that enhance texture and improve moisture retention in pet food. This natural fiber supports gut health while contributing to clean label and upcycling goals. Citrus Fiber is particularly valuable in wet and canned diets where consistency and moisture control are critical, as well as in soft treats that require improved mouthfeel. It also strengthens extruded kibble by enhancing shape and durability and is frequently included in digestive health formulas for added fiber. Its functional versatility and nutritional benefits make Citrus Fiber a key ingredient for premium pet food formulations.

Cranberry Powder

Whole cranberry powder is available in both dehydrated and solar-dried options.

Faba Flour

Scoular’s Faba Flour is milled from whole faba beans to deliver a high-protein, high-fiber ingredient that enhances both nutrition and functionality in pet food. Its naturally gluten-free profile makes it ideal for grain-free and limited-ingredient diets, while its balanced amino acid composition supports overall health. Faba Flour improves kibble structure and processing efficiency, making it a versatile choice for dry kibble, baked treats, and cold-formed snacks. It is also well-suited for specialty diets targeting pets with sensitivities to common grains, offering a clean solution that resonates with health-conscious consumers.

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS)

FOS is a prebiotic fiber derived from fermented sugar cane. Available in powder form.

Inulin

Inulin is a mixture of poly and oligosaccharides extracted by diffusion from chicory roots. This fiber is composed of molecules with a length of about 7 units fructose and ending on a glucose unit.

Kelp Meal

Kelp meal (Ascophyllum nodosum) comes from the cold waters of the North Atlantic and is an excellent source of micronutrients.

Lentil Flour

Scoular’s Lentil Flour is finely milled from whole lentils to provide a nutrient-rich ingredient that supports energy, digestive health, and palatability. Its high protein and fiber content make it an excellent alternative to traditional grains, while its naturally gluten-free profile aligns with consumer demand for grain-free options. Lentil Flour performs well in dry kibble for added protein and structure, baked treats for texture and nutrition, and cold-formed snacks designed for sensitive pets. It is also widely used in limited-ingredient diets to deliver balanced nutrition without common allergens, helping brands create recipes that prioritize wellness and transparency.

Miscanthus Fiber

Derived from miscanthus grass, miscanthus fiber is increasingly being used as a functional ingredient in pet food for its high fiber content, digestive health, and prebiotic benefits.

Oat Groats

Oat groats are the whole, unprocessed kernels of oats that have been cleaned and hulled. They retain the bran, germ, and endosperm, making them a highly nutritious grain.

Pea Fiber

Scoular’s Pea Fiber is derived from yellow peas and provides a concentrated source of insoluble fiber that promotes gut health and helps regulate stool quality. This ingredient also supports satiety, making it ideal for weight-control diets and senior pet formulas. Pea Fiber improves kibble texture and processing efficiency, offering functional benefits alongside its nutritional value. It is commonly used in dry kibble for fiber enrichment, baked treats for added structure, and specialty recipes focused on digestive wellness. With its clean label appeal and versatility, Pea Fiber helps brands meet consumer expectations for health-focused pet food. 

Pea Flour

Scoular’s Pea Flour is milled from whole yellow peas to provide a nutrient-rich ingredient that supports energy, digestive health, and palatability. High in plant-based protein and fiber, Pea Flour enhances nutritional balance while improving kibble structure and processing performance. It is an excellent choice for grain-free kibble where protein and fiber are critical, baked treats that require texture and nutrition, and cold-formed snacks designed for sensitive pets. Pea Flour is also widely used in limited-ingredient diets to deliver clean, allergen-friendly nutrition that resonates with today’s health-conscious pet owners.

Pea Starch

Scoular Pea Starch is a premium, plant-based ingredient derived from yellow peas, perfect for food manufacturing and pet food formulations. This clean-label starch offers excellent thickening, binding, and gelling properties, making it ideal for soups, sauces, baked goods, and extruded snacks. With its neutral flavor, high amylose content, and superior stability under heat and shear, pea starch enhances texture and performance in gluten-free and allergen-friendly recipes. For pet food, it improves kibble structure and consistency. Naturally gluten-free and minimally processed, Scoular Pea Starch provides a reliable solution for manufacturers seeking performance and simplicity in their products.

Potato Flour

Scoular’s Potato Flour is made from whole potatoes and delivers a smooth, fine texture that enhances palatability and processing efficiency, acting as a natural thickener and binder to improve kibble structure and moisture retention. Rich in carbohydrates and natural fiber, it supports energy needs while contributing to digestive health. It is an excellent choice for grain-free kibble where digestibility and texture matter, baked treats that require shape stability, and cold-formed snacks designed for sensitive pets. Its clean label appeal and hypoallergenic profile make Potato Flour a versatile ingredient for premium pet food formulations.

Potato Starch

Scoular Potato Starch is a versatile, clean-label ingredient designed for food applications and pet food products. Known for its exceptional water-binding capacity, potato starch provides superior thickening, moisture retention, and texture enhancement in soups, sauces, bakery items, and meat products. In pet food, it supports binding and structure for high-quality formulations. Naturally gluten-free and non-GMO, Scoular Potato Starch offers a neutral taste and reliable performance, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers seeking improved yield, shelf life, and consumer-friendly labels.

Pumpkin Flour

Scoular’s Pumpkin Flour is made from whole pumpkins and delivers a rich source of fiber, beta-carotene, and antioxidants that promote digestive wellness and overall health. Its fine texture and mild flavor make it easy to incorporate into a variety of pet food applications, while its natural color adds visual appeal to treats and kibble. Pumpkin Flour is ideal for recipes focused on gut health, weight management, and clean label transparency. It performs well in dry kibble for fiber enrichment, baked treats for added nutrition, and cold-formed snacks designed for sensitive pets. This ingredient helps brands create wholesome, functional products that resonate with today’s health-conscious pet owners.

Sweet Potato Flour

Scoular’s Sweet Potato ingredient provides a nutrient-rich alternative to traditional grains, offering complex carbohydrates for sustained energy and natural fiber for digestive health. Its appealing flavor and vibrant color enhance palatability and consumer perception, while its hypoallergenic nature makes it suitable for sensitive pets. Sweet Potato works beautifully in grain-free kibble for digestibility and structure, baked treats for flavor and texture, and wet diets where moisture retention and consistency are critical. This ingredient supports premium positioning and clean label claims, helping brands deliver recipes that combine taste, nutrition, and functionality.

Tapioca Starch

Scoular’s Tapioca Starch is derived from cassava root and provides exceptional water-binding and thickening capabilities that improve texture and consistency in pet food. Naturally gluten-free and hypoallergenic, it is an excellent choice for grain-free and limited-ingredient diets. Tapioca Starch enhances kibble expansion and crunch during extrusion, improves moisture retention in wet diets, and delivers a smooth texture in soft treats. In addition to its functional benefits, it supplies digestible carbohydrates for energy, making it a smart solution for recipes that balance nutrition, clean label appeal, and processing performance.

Tomato Pomace

Tomato pomace is the dried mixture of tomato skins, pulp and crushed seeds that remains after the processing of tomatoes. The product can be sun-dried, extruded or drum-dried.

Frozen Goose Meat

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible goose carcasses. The meat is then ground and deboned to ensure consistency throughout the product. Goose is an excellent substitute for more commoditized proteins.

Frozen Guinea Fowl Meat

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible guinea fowl carcasses. The meat is then ground and deboned to ensure consistency throughout the product. Guinea fowl is an excellent substitute for more commoditized proteins.

Frozen Quail Meat

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible quail carcasses. The meat is then ground and deboned to ensure consistency throughout the product. Quail is an excellent substitute for more commoditized proteins.

Frozen Rabbit Meat

Collected daily and processed from fresh, edible rabbit carcasses. The meat is then ground and deboned to ensure consistency throughout the product. Rabbit is an excellent substitute for more commoditized proteins.

Yeast

Yeast is a coproduct from the brewing of beer. The yeast is removed after the brewing process and made inactive by means of organic acids. Yeast is high in nucleic acids and can be used as a replacement for fish meal in aquafeed diets for salmonids and sea bass.

Agar

Derived from red algae, agar is widely used in pet foods due to its excellent gelling, thickening and stabilizing properties.

Guar Gum

Guar gum is one of the most popular gums used in pet food applications due to its resistance to harsh conditions and great thickening properties. It is gluten free.

Psyllium Husks 

Psyllium Husk is a 100% natural soluble dietary fiber, which absorbs water and forms a gel-like substance. In turn, they are especially useful for digestive health and weight management in pet food and treats.

Fermented Dried Seaweed

Enhance pet health and wellness with Scoular’s new offering of innovative Fermented Dried Seaweed. Made using proprietary fermentation technology, these ingredients enrich formulations by providing natural binding benefits, helping manufacturers gain a competitive edge while maintaining palatability and clean labeling.

Fermented Dried Seaweed is ideal for pet treats, supplements, and complete diets. Seaweed is nutrient-rich, bringing many different benefits for pets, including aiding skin, coat, gut and dental health. It is also naturally high in Vitamin K2 which is shown to assist brain function, bone development, and cardiovascular health.

Green Lipped Mussel

Our green lipped mussel is produced in New Zealand from fresh fish trimming derived from the human food industry and then further processed into a fine powder. Benefits include joint health, Omega 3’s, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Mushroom Powder

Our mushroom powder consists of high-quality, freshly harvested, mature shiitake mushrooms which have been washed, trimmed, precisely cut, dried, and milled.

Faba Protein

Faba protein is a highly functional and nutritious protein with an excellent amino acid profile. Faba protein is derived from whole faba beans. We offer faba protein as a concentrate or as an isolate.

Potato Protein

Potato protein is a functional protein with a well-balanced amino acid pattern and high digestibility, which makes it ideal for feed applications. We offer potato protein as a concentrate or as an isolate.

Wheat Gluten

Vital wheat gluten is obtained by the physical extraction of wheat during the starch separation process and is a great source of protein. Conventional and hydrolyzed wheat gluten is available. We offer wheat gluten as a concentrate or as an isolate.

Carrots

High in fiber, low in calories, and rich in nutrients, carrots are a great, overall healthy addition to any pet food diet. Available as meal or diced.

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are one of the healthiest, most nutrient-dense foods and are used as a natural replacement for many supplements because they contain many of the same nutrients. They are the highest naturally occurring source of omega-3 fatty acids, a great source of fiber, calcium and protein and are non-allergenic. Chia is known for its high nutritional value, including being rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and various essential minerals, and may be used in a variety of applications.

Peas

Peas are a good source of plant-based protein, which is essential for muscle growth and report in pets, offering an excellent grain-free option.

Quinoa

Quinoa is an ancient seed grain that is high in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins and dietary minerals and is used as an ingredient for both pet and human food manufacturing.

Animal Spray-Dried Powder

Our spray-dried powder ingredients for pet food and aquafeed manufacturing are hypoallergenic. We provide the highest quality ingredients from sustainable and traceable sources. Our animal based spray-dried powders are EU-certified, low-ash, produced from integrated packing houses extensively used as a palatability enhancer in pet food and aquaculture.

Fish Spray-Dried Powders

Our fish based spray-dried powders are produced from fresh fish and dried at low temperatures to obtain a high protein, digestible powder. The palatability and low ash levels make this product ideal for both pet and aquaculture diets.