What is Barkly?

Barkly is your dog’s new best mate in the food game.
We sniff out the good, the bad, and the downright dodgy in the world of dog food—so you don’t have to.

You know how human food has labels like “organic,” “non-GMO,” or “made by someone who actually gives a toss”? Yeah, dog food? Not so much. That’s where Barkly comes in. We cut through the marketing fluff and shiny packaging to deliver straight-up, science-backed reviews on what’s actually going into your dog’s bowl.

Fair dinkum info, no sugar-coating.

So… what do we actually do?

We’re part watchdog, part food critic, and full-on obsessed with your dog’s health. Here’s the lowdown:

We rate dog foods using real science – Our custom Barkly Rating System breaks down protein quality, fat content, ingredients, and calories based on your dog’s needs (puppy, senior, active, large breed—you name it).

No BS, no bias – Whether it’s kibble, raw, freeze-dried or air-dried, we rate it fair and square.

We explain the why – Every review is broken down clearly, so you understand why something scores well (or tanks).

We help you choose better – With tailored recommendations for different dog types and diets.

Why Barkly?

Let’s face it—most dog food brands could sell you a bag of sawdust with a side of “all natural” and you'd never know the difference. Not on our watch.

We believe every dog deserves great nutrition, not just good marketing. So we:

Praise real, named meats (not mystery mush)

Flag filler-heavy formulas and fake “functional” claims

Highlight formulas that support joints, skin, digestion, and energy

Keep everything transparent, smart, and easy to digest (pun 100% intended)

And because we’re proudly Aussie, we don’t beat around the bush. If a food’s no good—we’ll tell it straight.

What’s With the Aussie Vibe?

You’ll notice our “Quick Bites” reviews have a bit of a cheeky Aussie twist. Why?

Because if we’re going to talk about dog food all day, we may as well have some fun with it! We believe smart content can still have character—so expect a few tongue-in-cheek one-liners, a couple of “rippers” and plenty of honest Aussie flair.

It’s how we talk to our mates—and your dog is family, after all.

Who’s Behind Barkly?

We’re a crew of dog lovers, data nerds, and nutrition sticklers who got tired of the dog food industry pulling the wool over our eyes. Our mission? Make good food easy to find, and bad food hard to sell.

We’re independent, we don’t take kickbacks, and if it doesn’t pass the sniff test—it’s out.

Join the Pack

Whether you're a dog parent, breeder, rescuer, or just someone who wants their furry mate to live forever (or close to it), Barkly’s here to help you feed smarter.

Follow the reviews, shop via Barkly, earn Bark Bucks, and find the best food for your best friend.

Barkly. Smarter food, happier dogs. No bull.