Yak & Paws Process
How We Make Our Dog Chews
We dry the cheese sticks for 6 to 12 weeks, adjusting the duration based
Fresh Milk Arrival
We source fresh cow milk directly from local farmers and our own farm, where cows graze on lush, green pastures. This high-quality milk forms the foundational ingredient of our chews.
The Art of Pasteurization
We pasteurize the milk according to strict European standards to eliminate harmful bacteria. Next, we separate most of the cream to adjust the fat content, creating the perfect base for our chews.
The Birth of Cheese
We add natural lemon juice to the pasteurized milk, causing it to curdle and separate into cheese and whey, starting the transformation into chews.
The Great Press
Cheese is wrapped in traditional jute & pressed for an extended period imagine the weight of two adult African elephants bearing down on it! This pressure forms dense blocks, readying them for shaping.
Shaping the Future Chew
We pasteurize the milk according to strict European standards to eliminate harmful bacteria. Next, we separate most of the cream to adjust the fat content, creating the perfect base for our chews.
The Mastery of Maturation
We add natural lemon juice to the pasteurized milk, causing it to curdle and separate into cheese and whey, starting the transformation into chews.
Quality Control
We monitor the moisture content precisely; too much can cause mildew, and too little can make the chews brittle. Our goal is to find the delicate balance that ensures the finest quality.
Testing for Quality
Every batch of our chews undergoes extensive testing for quality & safety in a certified lab. These thorough evaluations cover everything from protein, fat, & fiber content to mineral levels.
Final Approval
After a successful lab test, we obtain the necessary certifications, similar to the US-FDA approvals, and the chews are ready to be shipped to pets worldwide.
