It takes me 95 hours to make our Pork Ear chews. From the time I reach out to our local supplier- to pick up- to clean/trim/scrub- to dry- to label and package- to photograph and market the end product. We could buy in bulk, from a random website, from who knows where, and re label and sell it as our own. I’d save a whole lot of time, energy and I’d be making a whole heck of a lot more $$. But I didn’t create @_rudysbarkary as a “get rich quick” scheme. I created this business because I recognized a need for a change in the way we feed our pets. Rudy is thriving since I’ve introduced fresh whole foods into his diet- and I wanted other pet owners to have the same access. I’m feeling a bit burnt out to be honest- I have a busy market season and have decided to not continue website restocks until the fall. I will keep the website up to date in what I have in stock and any leftovers from markets- if you are local you can order through our website and choose “local pickup” as an option. Remember that you can support us small guys in ways other than making a purchase- give us a follow, comment on our posts, share our posts, leave us a review or share our business with friends and family. As always, I appreciate you all. I truly could not continue operating without the support of this amazing community! #realgoodfoodforrealgoodpets #Letsgetsnackin’
NEW PRODUCT
Our freeze dried berry topper will officially be launched May 27th!
This 9oz jar packs a PUNCH
2 cups blueberries
1/2 cup goat milk
1/4 cup mint
1/4lb of apples
1/4lb of carrots
$2 from every sale will be going to Shuswap Paws Rescue 🙌🏼🤍
Come pack an order with me!
You see a simple bag of dog treats. But I see hundreds of hours of work, love and sacrifice that goes into raising these animals.
Then in comes me, where I spend a great deal of time and effort turning what most humans dont want, into wholesome and nutrious treats that dogs want.
Simple, nutritious ingredients from Okanagan Farmers.
You see a bag of dog treats, I see a lot more 🐶❤️ #rudysbarkary #okanagandogtreats #freshisbest #realfoodtastesrealgood
Chasing dreams
Heart attack
Quadruple bypass surgery
Miscarriage
Sudden death of my dad
Failing relationships
For the longest time I’ve felt like I’ve been trying to make sense of life but now I see there is no sense to be made, only life to be lived.
That the hard things lead to good things. That the seasons that test your strength, the situations you never imagined yourself to be in and the decisions that require courage, are the very things that will lead you towards true fulfillment.
If you’re willing to walk through the fire and surrender to uncertainty, you will eventually experience all the beauty that awaits you on the other side.
The hard things build the foundation for the good things to grow.
Welcoming Rudy 🐶
Welcoming my daughter 👶🏼
Regaining my health and strength back
Counselling
Starting a business that makes my heart happy and fuels my creativity
Getting to practice Kinesiology again and specializing in Cardiac rehab
Bear with me as I try and work towards my dreams while wearing alllll the hats. If you’re new here, welcome. I’m so happy you’re here ❤️🐶
#lifeafterloss #heartsurgery #cardiovascularhealth #miscarriageawareness #womeninbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #labsofinstagram #handmadewithlove
NEW- dried organ kibble topper
✨Introducing our new Kibble Booster✨
A gently dried mix of local grass fed beef organs consisting of liver, kidney and heart!
The process of recipe testing this round has been a labor of love, and while we haven’t figured out how to make this shelf stable yet, we know your pups are going to L O V E the freshness in every bite.
What are the benefits you ask?
Dehydrated organ meats contain dietary fiber that supports healthy digestion in dogs. This fiber helps regulate bowel movements and can alleviate common digestive issues, such as constipation or diarrhea!
The fiber in organ meats can also support a balanced gut microbiome, which is crucial for proper digestion and nutrient absorption. A well-functioning digestive system ensures that your dog can efficiently absorb nutrients from their food, leading to better overall health!
Organ meats should complement your dog’s regular diet, not replace it entirely. They are a supplement, not a staple. Serve our dehydrated organ meats as a treat or meal topper in appropriate portions based on your dog’s size, age, and activity level. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend less than 1/4 cup per 80lbs of pet weight. A little goes a looong way!
Keeps well in the fridge for 2 months or 6 months in the freezer 🐶🫶🏼
#realgoodfoodforrealgooddogs
A little BTS of how we process our pork and lamb ears 🐷🐑
Pork and Lamb ear dog chews
Why choose @_rudysbarkary treats over conventional dog treats?
We have the utmost respect for small scale family based Ranches, animal welfare and sustainable agricultural practices.
All of our treats and chews are made from local grass fed, pasture raised and well loved animals. By purchasing parts of the animal that might otherwise be going to waste, more of the animal gets utilized and reduces waste.
We purchase 100% of our ingredients from local Ranchers and pay them a fair price. Which means more money in the pockets of hard working families from parts that may have otherwise been thrown away.
By supporting local Ranchers that practice regenerative agriculture, prioritize animal welfare, conserve natural resources, and value biodiversity we are able to provide top of line treats and chews that won’t be found in a commercial pet store. Plain and simple.
In other words, we give a sh*t about your dog 🫶🏼
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A little behind the scenes of processing our pork ears and lamb ears! Each ear is soaked in cold water, scrubbed, rinsed then placed in the dryer for a minimum of 38 hours #freshisbest🐷🐑
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Like, share and tag a fellow pet parent to enter for a chance to win free treats for a year! ✨✨
🐾 HAPPY NATIONAL P E T DAY 🐾
🖤Like we needed another day to celebrate our fur fam 😝
🖤Remember when making DIY treats to source local as much as you can and look for single, wholesome ingredients that will help your loved one T H R I V E.
🖤Better yet, let us do the work and help YOU celebrate your beloved fur fam- order one of our dehydrated treats or one of our meal toppers today🎉 Your pup will T H A N K Y O U 🤤
#shoplocal #smallbusiness #healthyheartytreats #pupsofinstagram
🐾 FRESH FROM THE BARKERY🐾
🖤 Frozen strawberry, greek yogurt &coconut oil frozen paws
🖤Organic dehydrated beef liver AND heart
🖤 Yummy tummy gummies ~ TWO NEW flavors ( you’ll have to come check us out to find out the new flavors 😉)
🖤Fresh new batch of our famous peanut butter paws 🤤
Annnnnnnnd for our singular items, you can find our NS dehydrated sardines (these sold like hotcakes last week so better come in the morning to get your paws on some!) and NEW dehydrated lamb liver and kidney .50¢ -$1.00
Salmon Arm Grads are having a fundraiser market at Chances Casino in Salmon Arm Saturday/ Sunday from 11-3pm. Come stop by to support your local grads AND small businesses- bonus 🎉🖤🐾 Sharing a table with @soleilj_ and she has some funky new earrings! Hope to see you all there!
#chancescasinosalmonarm #salmonarmbc #smallcitybigideas #supportlocalbusinesses #salmonarm #salmonarmgrads2023 #sasgrads2023 #labsofinstagram #dogtreatsfordays #healthyandhomemade
🐾CONTEST ALERT🐾
🖤Our Ruds is going in for surgery and will be out of commission for a little while. Sooo we are looking for a new taste tester for an upcoming new recipe!
🖤 How does it work? Follow our Instagram and page, like and share this post and share a video of your pup doing his/her best tricks and tag us!
🖤One lucky pup will have a chance to be our taste tester for an upcoming recipe- trust us, it’s berry delicious 😉🫐. Each winner will receive a free bag of the new treat and will be featured on our Instagram and pages.
🖤Open only to locals within the North, South and Thompson Okanagan. You have 1 week to enter, contest ends March 29th!
🖤We can’t wait to see what kinds of tricks you can do!
#puppycontest #okanagancontest #dogtraining #puppytricksfortreats #labsofinstagram #supportlocalbusiness #madeleablueberries
Tumeric gummies are sooold out! what flavor do you want to see next?? 🥳🎉🤤