Making Version 1, 2 & 3

After reading everything I could about the science of CBD and what was going on, I tracked down a source and set about trying to make a treat.  Version 1 turned out harder than the average walnut and probably didn't win on taste, but an hour after his first biscuit, Brady was walking about like he used to as a younger dog. The next day I witnessed a similar effect which really surprised me...I just didn't expect such a dramatic change.

Batch after batch, I continued to improve the recipe. I learned more about CBD, where to get the best source and how to use in the recipe. Most importantly - I started to understand the right amount to use for the best effect.  And so began the task of making biscuits I would buy. Biscuits that were made well, blended from great ingredients, independently tested to the highest industry standards and give positive results. There were many biscuits burnt, long nights on the computer and a lot of trial and error.

My small kitchen became a hive of activity and it smelled delicious as different batches of biscuits cooled. Friends popped over to grab some for their dogs and before long I couldn’t walk through town without someone stopping me, wanting some for their dog.

Brady & Austin

As the weeks passed Brady enjoyed life. He was a lot more active though he moved in a slower and more measured way, but occasionally I saw the puppy in him again. He was much more likely to regain his curiousness about something, to be more affectionate to me and even playful.

Austin, my 1 year old puppy couldn't have been more different. He was in great shape and had no issues getting up...a ball of energy from 5:30am his energy ranged from full-on to exhausting! At some point I let him try a biscuit and I was just blown away by how much he seemed to chill out and relax.

So began a nice few months of walks...Brady was happy to get out with Austin happy to trot along, still a puppy but less crazy. I got to spend brilliant time with them both and they enjoyed each others company. I couldn’t hold off the sands of time and one day Brady left us. Obviously, it was sad beyond words but I was grateful having been able to spend so much active time with him. It wasn't that his life had been extended, but that his enjoyment and quality of life was much higher.

and so we became austin & kat

Word of my biscuits continued to spread. I received feedback from friends - I loved hearing how the treats were making a positive difference and after some encouragement decided to take a leap of faith. I enlisted the help of some awesome friends and began the pleasure and pain of starting the company (looking back I had no idea how hard it was going to be)!

Since Austin would sit patiently, waiting for me to finish yet another batch and since he’s been chief product tester it seemed only natural to put his name on there too.  

In the Spring 2018, we created an amazing new product, Austin and Kat CBD Hemp Oil for Pets.   It's a 100% natural CBD Hemp Oil containing a proprietary blend of Hemp Oil, Alaskan Salmon Oil, along with CBD extracted from hemp.  We continue to hand make all our products including our oil; and it's made in small batches for quality.  It’s packed full of Omega 3 & 6 for health and a taste both cats and dogs love.

With a full range of CBD products now available for cats and dogs, we are looking forward to helping our four-legged friends discover a healthier, calmer and happier life.