Join Charlotte dog parents who made the switch to fresh, gently cooked nutrition.
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Our recipes are developed by James Pendergast, a leading authority in fresh pet food nutrition with 20+ years of experience. Each meal is AAFCO complete and balanced and crafted from upcycled chef‑quality ingredients, then delivered straight to your door.
Build your dog's planNew to CORE K9? Get 20% off your first order — meals start at ~$2/day
🐕 Loved by Charlotte dogs (and their humans)
Use our quick feeding calculator to find their perfect portion size.
Choose from gently cooked Beef, Chicken, Lamb, or Turkey in 3 lb or 6 lb bags.
Local delivery every Tuesday & Thursday in Charlotte, or shipped frozen nationwide via UPS Ground. Free shipping on orders $49.99+.
The same ingredients we use in our catering kitchen
Low heat preserves nutrients kibble destroys
Complete and balanced nutrition for everyday feeding
Small-batch, local production—never mass-produced
Locks in nutrients at peak freshness—no preservatives
Vacuum-sealed and freezer-safe for easy storage
Join hundreds of Charlotte pet parents who made the switch to fresh.
"My dogs love Core K9!! The food looks healthy and hearty...it makes me feel great to know I am feeding them quality dog food! The packaging is easy to open and seal up...thanks Core K9 for making my dogs happy!"
"My Shih Tzu Stella is no longer lethargic, loves to play with her toys again and has more energy since starting on Core K9 dog food!!"
"We use the lamb and quinoa to supplement our very senior Great Dane's diet and he absolutely loves it. Every day at 5:00 he's standing by his bowl asking for his dinner!"
Every CORE K9 recipe is gently cooked, AAFCO complete, and crafted in small batches from repurposed, chef-quality ingredients in our Charlotte kitchen.
Rich, flavorful recipe for picky eaters
Lamb, Beef Heart, Quinoa, Green Beans, Peas, Carrots, Beef Liver, Blueberries, Parsley
✓ Complete & balanced for adult dogs
From $12/lb · 3 lb & 6 lb bags
Add to CartGreat starting recipe if your dog is new to gently cooked food.
Hearty, protein-rich meals for active dogs
Beef, Beef Heart, Barley, Green Beans, Carrots, Broccoli, Beef Liver, Blueberries, Walnuts
✓ Complete & balanced for adult dogs
From $11/lb · 3 lb & 6 lb bags
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Comforting formula for sensitive tummies
Turkey, Sweet Potato, Turkey Gizzards, Kale, Green Beans, Squash, Beef Liver, Cranberries
✓ Complete & balanced for adult dogs
From $12/lb · 3 lb & 6 lb bags
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Light, lean recipe for pups who prefer chicken
Chicken, Lentils, Cauliflower, Spinach, Green Beans, Chicken Hearts, Apples, Beef Liver
✓ Complete & balanced for adult dogs
From $11/lb · 3 lb & 6 lb bags
Add to CartA good option if your dog already does well on chicken-based foods.
New to CORE K9? Most dogs start with Lamb & Quinoa for flavor and then explore Beef or Turkey next.
Real dogs. Real results. Real tail wags.
Find Your Dog's Perfect Portion
*Starting price based on a 10 lb adult dog. Calculate your dog's exact cost →
We repurpose surplus, chef-quality ingredients from our catering kitchen into nourishing dog meals instead of letting them go to waste.
Meals are cooked in small batches right here in Charlotte—no cross-country factories or long shipping chains.
We group neighborhood deliveries on local routes to cut extra trips and reduce fuel use per order.
Resealable, vacuum-sealed pouches—functional packaging without bulky boxes or unnecessary extras.
Serving Charlotte dogs since 2023
Every bag supports a minority woman-owned Charlotte business committed to sustainable nutrition for dogs.CORE K9 was born in the kitchen of Catering by Cordre, our 10-year-old Charlotte catering company.
We source the same restaurant-grade ingredients we use for our catering clients—fresh proteins, vegetables, and grains—and craft them into nutritious meals for dogs.
Choosing CORE K9 means less waste, more nourishment, and supporting a local, minority woman-owned business in Charlotte.
Every CORE K9 recipe is developed by James Pendergast, a leading authority in fresh pet food nutrition with 20+ years of experience. Each meal is AAFCO complete and balanced.
We're confident your pup will love CORE K9. If they don't, contact us and we'll make it right.
Ready to try CORE K9? Fresh, chef-crafted meals starting at ~$2/day — plus 20% off your first order as a thank-you for supporting a small, local Charlotte business.
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Join Charlotte dog parents who made the switch to fresh, gently cooked nutrition.
Here's your exclusive discount code. Use it at checkout to save 20% on your first order.
