{"id":907003,"date":"2026-05-19T12:12:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T17:12:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/19\/best-dog-food-australia-owners-say-lyka-is-the-best-for-a-healthy-coat-teeth-and-joints\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T12:12:30","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T17:12:30","slug":"best-dog-food-australia-owners-say-lyka-is-the-best-for-a-healthy-coat-teeth-and-joints","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/19\/best-dog-food-australia-owners-say-lyka-is-the-best-for-a-healthy-coat-teeth-and-joints\/","title":{"rendered":"Best dog food Australia: Owners say Lyka is \u2018the best\u2019 for a healthy coat, teeth and joints"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ArticleContent\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve noticed your dog <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">licking or scratching more than usual<\/a>, their food could be the reason why.<\/p>\n<p>Our furry friends often have sensitive stomachs, which can make knowing what to feed them feel like a never-ending challenge.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why more <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">Aussies are ditching kibble in favour of a fresher, more nutritious option<\/a> to help keep their pets happy and healthy.<\/p>\n<p><span>Know the news with the 7NEWS app: <a href=\"https:\/\/7news.com.au\/app?utm_source=7NEWS&#038;utm_medium=contextual-link-app&#038;utm_campaign=7news-app\" target=\"_blank\">Download today <svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 14\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Arrow\"><title>Arrow<\/title><path d=\"M1 7H19M19 7L13 1M19 7L13 13\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" fill=\"none\" \/><\/svg><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">Lyka, Australia\u2019s leading fresh dog food brand<\/a>, uses AAFCO-compliant, human-grade ingredients, free from fillers and preservatives.<\/p>\n<p>Owners can <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">create a personalised meal plan<\/a> tailored to their dog\u2019s age, breed, weight and health needs, with the option to target specific benefits like <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">gut health, coat quality and joint support.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Lyka customers consistently report <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">firmer poos, calmer skin, fresher breath, glossier coats and even more energy<\/a> among their furry friends.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter just a few weeks on Lyka, it was exciting to see that Snoopy Girl was <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">pooping three well-formed, perfect poops every day<\/a>, and her stomach had stopped gurgling,\u201d writes one Lyka user.<\/p>\n<p>Another adds: \u201cBuddy\u2019s <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">improvement was huge after just one month on Lyka<\/a>. No more itching. His coat got smooth, soft and shiny. It\u2019s been the best thing for him!\u201d<\/p>\n<figure><picture><source data-ratio=\"16:9\" media=\"(min-width: 0px)\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.7news.com.au\/publication\/C-22253197\/bb998e75bcfa0c9bec12e20b1797f53e193ebec1-16x9-x0y130w1358h764.jpg?imwidth=650&#038;impolicy=sevennews_v2\" alt=\"Lyka meals are fresh, tasty and free from any preservatives.\"><\/picture><figcaption><span><span>Lyka meals are fresh, tasty and free from any preservatives.<\/span><span> Credit: Lyka<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Lyka was founded when dog-mum Anna discovered that her Border Collie\u2019s premium kibble was <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">full of poor-quality, unregulated ingredients.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On a mission to improve the quality of food, she <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">began cooking fresh meals from scratch<\/a> and noticed almost immediate results: more energy, less itching and healthier teeth.<\/p>\n<p>With the help of a veterinarian, <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">Lyka provides locally sourced, gently cooked fresh meals<\/a> that deliver real, measurable health outcomes for every pup.<\/p>\n<p>Stats show that a whopping <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">90 per cent of dogs over five have joint issues<\/a>, while 80 per cent have dental disease, and 40 per cent are overweight.<\/p>\n<p>Yet by implementing a Lyka diet, owners can also experience serious change.<\/p>\n<figure><picture><source data-ratio=\"16:9\" media=\"(min-width: 0px)\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.7news.com.au\/publication\/C-22253197\/cdd2c973869df3f3f0a3d384c1ca207ad8e395d4-16x9-x0y498w5315h2990.jpg?imwidth=650&#038;impolicy=sevennews_v2\" alt=\"Create a tailored meal plan for your pup and have it delivered straight to your door.\"><\/picture><figcaption><span><span>Create a tailored meal plan for your pup and have it delivered straight to your door.<\/span><span> Credit: Lyka<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Placing an order with Lyka is incredibly straightforward, offering a much more tailored approach compared to traditional kibble and processed alternatives.<\/p>\n<p>Start by sharing your pup\u2019s name, breed, sex, weight, body shape, <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">plus any health or stool concerns<\/a>, then choose from tasty beef, chicken, kangaroo, lamb, or turkey meals.<\/p>\n<p>Each order is <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">delivered straight to your door<\/a>, fresh and ready to eat.<\/p>\n<p>You can cancel future orders anytime, control your delivery date and window, and even <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">edit your chosen meal plan online.<\/a><\/p>\n<figure><picture><source data-ratio=\"16:9\" media=\"(min-width: 0px)\"  ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.7news.com.au\/publication\/C-22253197\/1f03c952c53a822737bcae2277688bb5fe35bf5c-16x9-x0y130w1360h765.jpg?imwidth=650&#038;impolicy=sevennews_v2\" alt=\"Lyka creates human-grade food for our furry friends.\"><\/picture><figcaption><span><span>Lyka creates human-grade food for our furry friends.<\/span><span> Credit: Lyka<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With thousands of <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">rave reviews from pet owners across the country<\/a>, many pups are now enjoying Lyka as their everyday meal.<\/p>\n<p>Noticeable changes include a <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">glossier coat, fresher breath, and even higher energy levels.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI placed an order with Lyka and <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">the results were immediate<\/a>. Fussy Kira dived right in, licking the bowl clean, and Nala stopped itching \u2013 it\u2019s been such an incredible change,\u201d writes one shopper.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was really impressed with Lyka\u2019s quality ingredients and catering to Louie\u2019s IBD. I was sceptical, but to my surprise Louie scoffed down his first Lyka bowl. The rest is history,\u201d another adds.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFreddie was on a raw diet and suffering from vomiting and diarrhoea. I signed up for Lyka on <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">recommendation from my vet and haven\u2019t looked back<\/a> &#8211; he loved it from day one,\u201d a third wrote.<\/p>\n<p>To receive <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">30 per cent off your first Lyka order<\/a>, head to the website <a data-link-type=\"article-inline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/HZZJDXYA\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> Holly Hampton-Thayers <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/7news.com.au\/7you\/home\/best-dog-food-australia-owners-say-lyka-is-the-best-for-a-healthy-coat-teeth-and-joints-c-22253197\" class=\"button purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve noticed your dog licking or scratching more than usual, their food could be the reason why. Our furry friends often have sensitive stomachs, which can make knowing what to feed them feel like a never-ending challenge. That\u2019s why more Aussies are ditching kibble in favour of a fresher, more nutritious option to help<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":907004,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3065,14],"tags":[7193,5075],"class_list":{"0":"post-907003","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-australia","8":"category-owners","9":"tag-australia","10":"tag-owners"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/907003","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=907003"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/907003\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/907004"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=907003"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=907003"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=907003"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}