Description
Mackerel and lamb isn't a random pairing. Whole fish and grass-fed land meat occupy different parts of the amino acid and fatty acid spectrum — each contributing what the other doesn't naturally provide. It's also the combination that pushes this recipe to 44% crude protein, the highest in the ZIWI air-dried dog range, at a moderate 24% fat that keeps daily calories at 4,500 kcal/kg — leaner than the lamb-only formula despite the stronger protein numbers.
Whole Mackerel leads the ingredient list — not meal, not extract, whole Southern Ocean fish from New Zealand's sustainably managed fisheries. That distinction matters for EPA, DHA, and the fat-soluble nutrients that rendering removes. Six lamb organ cuts follow for CoQ10, digestive enzymes, and organ-sourced micronutrients. Taurine comes in at 0.26% — the highest in the ZIWI dog range — naturally derived from whole mackerel and organ meats, not synthetic supplementation. NZ Green Mussel provides glucosamine and chondroitin. Inulin from chicory root supports gut health. Dried organic kelp adds natural iodine.
One practical advantage over the lamb and venison recipes: this formula meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages including large breed puppies — the only ZIWI air-dried dog recipe suitable as a sole diet for dogs expected to exceed 32 kg as adults.
Key Features
Whole NZ Mackerel — First Ingredient, Not Meal Southern Ocean mackerel from NZ's government-managed fisheries. Whole-fish processing retains EPA, DHA, and fat-soluble nutrients that rendered fish meal doesn't.
44% Protein — Highest in the ZIWI Air-Dried Dog Range Whole mackerel plus six lamb cuts push protein to 44% at a leaner 24% fat — more protein, fewer calories per gram than the lamb-only recipe.
0.26% Taurine — Highest in the ZIWI Dog Range Naturally derived from whole mackerel and organ meats. Supports cardiac muscle function and retinal health from whole-food sources rather than synthetic addition.
AAFCO Compliant for Large Breed Puppies Confirmed suitable as a sole diet for puppies expected to exceed 32 kg as adults — an advantage the lamb and venison recipes don't share.
NZ Green Mussel + Inulin + Dried Organic Kelp Whole-food glucosamine and chondroitin. Chicory root prebiotic for gut health. Organic kelp for natural iodine.
Ingredient List
Whole Mackerel, Lamb, Lamb Tripe, Lamb Lung, Lamb Heart, Lamb Liver, New Zealand Green Mussel, Lamb Kidney, Lamb Spleen, Lamb Bone, Lecithin, Parsley, Dried Apple Pomace, Inulin (from Chicory Root), Minerals (Dipotassium Phosphate, Magnesium Sulphate, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex), Dried Organic Kelp, Salt, Lamb Cartilage, Preservative (Citric Acid, Mixed Tocopherols), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid).
96% meat, organs, bone & NZ Green Mussel | Grain-free | No rendered meals | No artificial preservatives | Made in New Zealand
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient |
Amount |
| Crude Protein (min) |
44.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) |
24.0% |
| Crude Fibre (max) |
3.0% |
| Moisture (max) |
14.0% |
| Ash (max) |
12.0% |
| Glucosamine (min) |
1,000 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin Sulphate (min) |
1,300 mg/kg |
| Taurine (min) |
0.26% |
Metabolisable Energy: 4,500 kcal ME/kg | 427 kcal ME/cup
AAFCO: All life stages, including large-breed puppies (32 kg+ as adults).
Feeding Guide
Transition over 6–8 days, gradually increasing ZIWI while reducing the previous food.
Daily Feeding Guide (Adult Dogs):
| Dog's Body Weight |
Daily Amount |
| 1–5 kg |
40–80g |
| 5–10 kg |
80–140g |
| 10–20 kg |
140–235g |
| 20–40 kg |
235–395g |
| 40 kg+ |
395g+ |
Puppies & Pregnant/Nursing: Approximately double the above, across 2–3 meals daily.
Storage: Reseal after each use. Cool, dry place away from sunlight. Use within 8 weeks of opening.
