Recipe for Growth
Big Dog Pet Foods plans to double its size, in terms of both products and staff, in the next five years. The purchase of their new Narangba facility will support this fast growth.
Staying in the region was the most cost-effective move for the company and will logistically make it easier to receive supplies and distribute products nationally.
“We can get to the airport very quickly. We can deliver containers to the port very easily,” said Chris.
“Being located here in the Moreton Bay Region, from a logistics point of view, just makes our business more efficient. And having access to other businesses that can assist us with technology and innovation is highly beneficial. Everything we need is here. It’s perfect.” - Chris Essex, Managing Director
Today, Big Dog Pet Foods produces 100 tonnes of raw diet pet food every week, achieving 30% growth last year and on track to achieve another 30% growth this year.
Big Dog Pet Foods attributes the lifestyle benefits of living and working in the Moreton Bay Region as one of the keys to their successful growth.
“There is very much a family feel about Moreton Bay. We recruit staff from this region. The reduced commute time increases business efficiency,” said Chris.