About Pawprint Kitchen

Pawprint Kitchen is a comprehensive web application designed to help pet owners create, manage, and analyze custom recipes for their beloved furry friends. We believe that every pet deserves nutritious, balanced meals tailored to their unique needs.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower pet owners with the tools and knowledge they need to provide their pets with healthy, balanced nutrition. We combine scientific nutritional guidelines with user-friendly technology to make homemade pet food preparation accessible, safe, and effective.

We understand that every pet is unique, with different nutritional needs based on their species, age, weight, activity level, and health conditions. That's why we've built a platform that allows you to create customized meal plans that meet your pet's specific requirements.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Pet Management

Create detailed profiles for each of your pets, including their species, breed, weight, age, and activity level. Our system automatically calculates daily caloric needs based on scientific formulas, helping you understand exactly how much your pet should eat.

Extensive Ingredient Library

Our ingredient database includes comprehensive nutritional information from USDA FoodData Central, providing accurate data for hundreds of ingredients. Track calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids for each ingredient you use.

Flexible Recipe Creation

Create recipes using two different approaches:

  • Ingredient-Based Recipes: Traditional recipes with specific ingredients and exact measurements
  • Category-Based Recipes: Flexible "blueprint" recipes using ingredient categories, perfect for meal planning and shopping

Scale recipes to any serving size, adjust for calorie targets, and convert category-based recipes to ingredient-based with our "Cook It!" feature.

AAFCO-Based Nutrition Analysis

Every recipe you create is analyzed against AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) guidelines to ensure it meets professional nutritional standards. Our analysis tracks:

  • Macronutrients (protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber)
  • Essential vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex)
  • Essential minerals (calcium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, and more)
  • Essential amino acids
  • Calcium:Phosphorus ratios

Learn more about how we calculate nutrition.

Meal Planning & Scheduling

Plan your pet's meals days or weeks in advance. Schedule recipes for specific feeding times, track daily calorie targets, and manage costs. Our calendar view makes it easy to see your pet's meal plan at a glance.

Shopping Lists & Cost Tracking

Generate shopping lists from your recipes and track ingredient costs. Set prices for ingredients and see how much each recipe and meal plan costs, helping you budget for your pet's nutrition.

Our Commitment to Science

At Pawprint Kitchen, we're committed to using scientifically-backed nutritional standards. Our nutrition analysis is based on:

  • AAFCO Guidelines: The gold standard for pet food nutrition in the United States
  • WSAVA Principles: Evidence-based recommendations from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association
  • USDA FoodData Central: Comprehensive, accurate nutritional data for ingredients
  • Veterinary Nutrition Science: Formulas and calculations based on established veterinary nutrition research

However, we always emphasize that our tools are meant to assist you, not replace professional veterinary advice. We encourage all users to work with their veterinarians, especially when creating homemade diets for pets with health conditions.

Privacy & Security

We take your privacy and data security seriously. All your pet information, recipes, and meal plans are stored securely and are only accessible to you. We use industry-standard encryption and security practices to protect your data.

You can export your data at any time, and you have full control over your account. Learn more in our Privacy Policy.

Accessibility & Usability

We believe that good nutrition should be accessible to everyone. That's why we've designed Pawprint Kitchen to be:

  • WCAG 2.1 AA Compliant: Accessible to users with disabilities, including full keyboard navigation and screen reader support
  • Mobile-Friendly: Works seamlessly on phones, tablets, and desktops
  • User-Friendly: Intuitive interface that makes complex nutrition calculations simple
  • Flexible: Support for both metric and imperial units, multiple currencies, and various dietary preferences

Get Started

Ready to start creating healthy, balanced meals for your pet? Create a free account and begin your journey toward better pet nutrition.

Have questions? Check out our FAQ or contact us.

Important Disclaimer

⚠️ Veterinary Consultation Required:

Pawprint Kitchen provides nutritional information and recipe analysis tools for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary nutritionist regarding your pet's nutrition and health, especially when:

  • Your pet has health conditions or special dietary needs
  • You're transitioning to a homemade diet
  • Your pet is a puppy, kitten, pregnant, or nursing
  • You're making significant changes to your pet's diet