Chick Bites, made from lab-grown chicken, have debuted in the UK, marking a world-first in pet treats. Produced by Meatly, in partnership with The Pack, these treats combine cultivated meat with plant-based ingredients. The UK approved Meatly's lab-grown meat for pet food in July 2024. This innovation aims to create a sustainable and nutritious option for dogs while reducing the environmental impact of pet food production. The limited release will initially be available at one Pets at Home store in Brentford, with plans for expansion if popular.
The new Chick Bites treats have been made by Meatly in collaboration with British vegan dog food company The Pack. The treats are made from a combination of plant-based ingredients and Meatly's lab-grown chicken, though the company hasn't said what proportion is made up of its cultivated meat.
The UK became the first European country to approve the sale of lab-grown meat when it gave Meatly the green light to produce pet food in July 2024. The company claims to be the first in the world to produce pet food using cultivated meat, which it calls a step 'toward a significant market for meat which is healthy, sustainable and kind to our planet and other animals.'
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