If you’re anything like me, your dog eats better than you do. Or at least you want them to. But between work, family, and the occasional attempt at self-care, who has time to whip up balanced, home-cooked meals for their pups? Add in the guilt of feeding the same cold, dry kibble day after day, and it’s enough to make any pet parent feel like they’re falling short.
Enter Artie, the countertop appliance and meal delivery program that brings the love of home-cooked meals to your pup without the mess, stress, or need for culinary skills. Think of it as a Keurig for your canine, delivering home-cooked, warm, and nutritious meals at the touch of a button and in just three minutes.
From Heartache to Innovation
Artie’s journey began with Millie, co-founder Scott Eller’s beloved family dog, who faced ongoing dietary challenges throughout her life with conventional kibble. Scott and his family’s attempts at home cooking were too time-consuming for their busy lives. They also tried fresh food subscriptions but were frustrated when they arrived half-thawed on their doorstep and monopolized their fridge and freezer space.
Determined to find a better way, Scott and co-founder William Levy created Artie, a solution that marries the power of nutritious home-cooked meals with the convenience of modern technology. While Millie has since crossed the rainbow bridge, her legacy lives on in every bowl served.
Personalized Nutrition Made Simple
Getting started with Artie is as easy as 1-2-3:
- Tailored Meal Plan: Begin with a quick 3-minute quiz about your dog (including questions about breed, activity level, body condition, etc.) so that Artie can craft a personalized meal plan (down to the last calorie) that’s just right for your pup.
- Choose Your Style: Pick an appliance color—black, white, red, or teal—to enhance your kitchen decor and make your home-cooked meals at the touch of a button.
- Convenient Delivery: Receive pre-portioned, shelf-stable breakfast and dinner servings delivered monthly. No refrigeration needed. Just pop a meal into the Artie appliance, press a button, and in around 3 minutes, your pup’s warm, nutritious feast is ready to eat.
Nutritional Excellence: What’s in the Bowl?
Artie’s meals are crafted with care, using:
- USDA-Certified Proteins: Real, high-quality, freeze-dried proteins ensure your dog gets the nutrition they need with minimal processing.
- Whole Fruits and Vegetables: Ingredients like sweet potatoes, green beans, and blueberries provide essential vitamins and antioxidants.
- Healthy Grains: Nutritious and healthy grains like oats and barley provide fiber and energy.
- Bone Broth: Adds flavor, supports joint health, and creates a nutritious and delicious warm broth your pup will love.
Each recipe is formulated under the guidance of Dr. Lindsey Bullen, who ensures that every recipe meets or exceeds AAFCO standards for complete and balanced nutrition. As one of the few board-certified veterinary nutritionists® in the United States, she leads Artie’s Advisory Team of experienced veterinarians, pet food formulators, and industry experts.
Recipes Tailored for Every Pup
Artie’s complete and balanced, vet-formulated recipes include Harvest and Power Bowl options formulated especially for the pickiest pups.
- Chicken Harvest Bowl: A blend of lean chicken, sweet potatoes, oats, and green beans in chicken bone broth. Great for energy and digestive health.
- Beef & Barley Harvest Bowl: Hearty beef combined with barley, oats, carrots, and green beans in beef bone broth. Supports healthy skin and coat.
- Chicken Power Bowl: This protein-packed recipe features organ meats and pumpkin, providing extra protein and digestive support. Ideal for picky eaters.
The innovative Artie appliance steams and hydrates each meal while ensuring that it is served at Prey Temperature™ (approximately 95-105°F). This concept is inspired by the natural eating habits of wild canines, who consume their prey shortly after capture. Serving food at this temperature enhances aroma and palatability, making it more appealing to your dog.
Additionally, warm food can aid in digestion, as it closely mimics the temperature of freshly hunted prey, aligning with a dog’s natural dietary preferences.
Real Stories of Happy Dogs and Their Humans
When it comes to feeding our dogs, nothing speaks louder than the joy on their faces (and the relief in ours). For many pet parents, Artie has been more than just a new appliance. It’s been a game-changer.
Take Sean E., for example. His dog Loki has transformed mealtime into a full-on celebration.
“Loki absolutely loves his warm Artie meals,” Sean shares. “When he hears the timer end, he starts spinning circles with excitement.”
That kind of response says more than just a clean bowl; it says the food feels good, smells good, and most importantly, tastes good.
Meagen Y. echoes this enthusiasm.
“After we switched her to Artie, she’s BEYOND eager to eat her food!”
For picky eaters or those who approach mealtime with hesitation, that kind of eagerness is no small feat. But Meagen’s praise doesn’t stop there. She notes:
“Artie has also become a HUGE timesaver.”
For busy dog parents juggling everything from Zoom meetings to school pick-ups, knowing your dog is getting a warm, balanced meal, without extra prep, can feel like a weight lifted.
Then there’s Rhonda P., who shared something especially touching:
“I have issues with my hands… y’all are like an answer to a prayer.”
For Rhonda and others with mobility challenges, the simple act of opening a can or prepping fresh ingredients can become a daunting task. Artie’s one-touch operation and no-mess meal cups provide independence and peace of mind, ensuring that physical limitations don’t get in the way of caring for a beloved dog.
These testimonials shine a light on something bigger than convenience. They speak of trust. Whether it’s Loki dancing for dinner, Meagen saving precious time, or Rhonda reclaiming ease in caregiving, Artie is quietly transforming daily routines into moments of connection and joy. Because when our dogs are happy, we’re happy too.
A Game-Changer in Pet Nutrition
Artie’s cutting-edge approach hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2023, Artie was awarded the Grand Prize at the Purina Pet Care Innovation Program, standing out among 140 startups. AZ Big Media also named them one of Arizona’s 40 Most Creative Companies in 2024. This award recognizes businesses that demonstrate exceptional creativity and innovation within the state.
These honors underscore Artie’s commitment to revolutionizing pet nutrition by combining the warmth of home-cooked meals with modern convenience. Artie continues to set new standards in the pet food industry.
A New Era of Dog Feeding
Artie bridges the gap between the desire to provide home-cooked meals and the reality of our busy lives as pet parents. With its combination of premium nutrition, ultra convenience, and love for our pets as family, Artie is redefining mealtime for EVERY member of the family. It empowers pet parents to nourish their dogs confidently, without sacrificing time or energy.
In a world full of compromises, Artie makes feeding your dog one less thing to worry about and one more thing to look forward to.
Join the Artie Family
Ready to transform your dog’s mealtime? Visit feedartie.com to take the quiz and start your personalized meal plan. For a limited time, enjoy exclusive discounts on the appliance and intro boxes.
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