Professionally formulated and gently cooked with locally sourced ingredients — made to nourish dogs the way nature intended.
CORE K9 proudly partners with Catering by Cordre, transforming surplus ingredients into wholesome, gently cooked dog food. With a commitment to sustainability and uncompromising quality, we repurpose locally sourced food from Cordre’s kitchen expertise to craft nourishing meals for your beloved pets. Every batch reflects our dedication to freshness, responsibility, and canine well-being — because good food should never go to waste, and every dog deserves the best.
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Sustainable Nutrition through Repurposed Ingredients
CORE K9 is dedicated to sustainability, not only by providing wholesome, gently cooked meals for pets but also by reducing waste through innovative partnerships. By collaborating with Catering by Cordre, we repurpose unused, high-quality ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, transforming them into nutritious meals for your pets. This unique synergy allows us to minimize food waste while delivering fresh, balanced nutrition to dogs. Every CORE K9 meal is crafted with care, utilizing responsibly sourced and repurposed ingredients to promote a healthier planet and a healthier pet. This commitment to sustainability reflects our belief in using resources mindfully, ensuring that each meal leaves a positive impact on both pets and the environment.
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Why CORE k9
- Protein is the 1st ingredient
- Each recipe meets AAFCO standards for complete & balanced nutrition
- Cooked at Very Low Temperatures to Maintain Higher Nutritional Quality
- All Recipes Include Fish Oil, No Fillers or Additives
- Better Palatability and Digestibility
- Better Poops
- Healthier Weight
- Shinier Fur
- More Energy
Expertly Formulated. Scientifically Balanced.
✓ AAVN Member
American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition
Meet James Pendergast
Pet Food Formulator & Animal Nutrition Expert
Every CORE K9 recipe is expertly formulated by James Pendergast, a leading authority in fresh pet food nutrition with over 20 years of experience developing complete and balanced meals for dogs.
Why Fresh Food Requires Specialized Expertise: Unlike kibble, gently cooked recipes demand deep knowledge of ingredient interactions, nutrient bioavailability, and minimal processing—ensuring maximum nutrition in every bite.
Credentials & Certifications:
- ✓ 20+ years formulating fresh pet food for leading brands
- ✓ Pet Food Formulation Certificate - Kansas State University (2025)
- ✓ Companion Animal Nutrition - University of Illinois
- ✓ Member, American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition
- ✓ HACCP & PCQI Certified for Food Safety
✓ All CORE K9 recipes meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles
Complete & Balanced Nutrition You Can Trust
The Heart Behind CORE k9 Gently Cooked Dog Food
Created by Felicia Cordray, Co-Founder of CORE K9 and Catering by Cordre, each recipe is professionally formulated, locally made in Charlotte, NC, and crafted with the same care she brings to her family's kitchen.
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