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Happy Howl4.3Honesty, pricing, process and quality scores appear once 5 customers have rated them.
Where it started:Rocky changedeverything andI never set out to start a dog food company.My husky Rocky had the worst stomach on the planet. Years of vet visits, prescription diets, and hundreds spent on premium food brands. We tried everything. Nothing worked.So I decided to build it myself. 36 recipe iterations. Countless hours with vets and nutritionists. All chasing one question: what’s the best food we could possibly make for a dog? When we finally got it right, Rocky was the proof.He hasn't been sick in over 18 months. He runs three miles with me every morning. That's the standard every Happy Howl bowl is held to. Nothing less.Colin Buckley– Founder
Happy Howl (thehappyhowl.com) has 4,371 customer reviews on Folks Told, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
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Julie F.
My dog loves this food! Super easy to order
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
An easy ordering process and a happy, well-fed pup is the perfect match! Thank you so much for trusting us with your dog's nutrition and for taking the time to share your experience!
Brenda M.
The food smells just like pot roast. My dog, however, does not like the consistency. It’s too pasty. A little too wet. I got a sample pack and have not tried the other two so they may be different but I know if the consistency is not different he will not eat it. That being said, my dog is very picky and that’s why I keep trying to find just the right food he’ll eat.
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
Thank you for letting us know how the first recipe went! Picky dogs definitely keep us on our toes, and texture is often just as important to them as taste. Our food does have a smoother, more uniform consistency because we cook it without the gums or binders found in traditional wet foods. The good news your pups reaction is actually pretty common and there are a few things we can try to help encourage them again. Feeding Tips to Try -Start small & mix in: Try mixing a small amount of the food with something your pup already enjoys (like their previous food) and gradually increase the amount over a few days -Warm it up: Slightly warming the food can enhance the aroma and make it more enticing in a microwave safe bowl for 10 seconds (NOT in the packaging) -Add a topper: A splash of warm water, low-sodium bone broth, or even a little plain boiled chicken can help spark interest -Stick to a schedule: Offer the food for about 15–20 minutes, then pick it up if your pup doesn’t eat. This can help reinforce mealtime routines -Hand feeding (short-term): Sometimes offering a few bites by hand can help reintroduce the food in a positive way Let us know if you’d like to give these a try, and I’m here to support you every step of the way! Giving your dog time to transition to Happy Howl means you’re giving their body the chance to adjust gently, leading to better digestion, improved energy, and long-term health benefits.
Gayla K.
I had to exchange some items and they did it immediately. Very grateful !
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
Fast, immediate, and hassle-free—that is exactly how customer care should be! We are so glad we could get everything sorted out for you quickly, and we appreciate your kind words more than you know. Thank you for trusting us with your pup's routine, and cheers to many more smooth days ahead!
Mary Beth K.
Left it on the porch uncovered in a rain storm
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
We are so sorry to hear your package was left out in the rain storm! Our main priority is ensuring your order arrives safely, so it’s disappointing to hear it was left uncovered. Thankfully, our individual food cartons are sealed to protect the recipe inside, but we know dealing with wet packaging is never a fun experience. Thank you for sharing this feedback with us so we can work with our shipping carriers to improve doorstep placement moving forward!
MB
Great customer service to back up their awesome products!
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
Thank you so much for the incredible feedback! Our customer care team works hard to ensure every pet parent has a seamless and happy experience, so knowing that their dedication shined through for you means the world to our small team. We are so grateful for your support and look forward to keeping your pup's bowl full!
Michelle D.
Got the sample pack to see if my dog would even eat it. She will not eat Ollie’s. She loves Farmer’s Dog but been reading about pancreatitis with that. 3 boxes of sample pack for over $30 (that’s with a discount) and it takes 1.75 boxes to feed my dog for a day. That would be $525/month and I’m estimating down. Not stored in the freezer but would need to dedicate an entire pantry for storage. 🤦🏻♀️
Reply from Happy HowlJun 18, 2026
Thank you so much for giving Happy Howl a try and we are so glad your girl loved it, that is always such a relief especially after having trouble finding the right food! We would love to work with you directly to find a plan that fits both your pup's needs and your budget! Please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer service team at [email protected] and we can walk you through the best options for your girl's size and feeding requirements and make sure you are getting the best possible price!
leanne J.
Leo loves the food I use it as a treat or when I run out of the food I make
Reply from Happy HowlJun 18, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this and we love that Leo is such a fan! What a great way to use Happy Howl, as a special treat or a perfect backup when you run low on his homemade meals! You clearly have very high standards for what goes into Leo's bowl and we are so honored that Happy Howl has earned a spot alongside your homemade food!
Lyn R.
Delivery was quick and seamless! Thus is my first order, the ability to get a trial pack helped me make my decision to use Happy Howl. My fussy 6 pound Brussels Griffon loves the food and is having no allergy issues.
Reply from Happy HowlJun 19, 2026
We are absolutely smiling reading this! Winning over a fussy 6-pound Brussels Griffon is no small feat, so hearing that she is loving her food and doing beautifully with her allergies completely makes our day! We designed our trial packs specifically to help pet parents feel confident making the switch, and we are so thrilled it helped you. Thank you for the wonderful feedback!
