Here are the top natural dog‑food options available in Australia (types, representative brands, why people choose them, and quick buying tips) so you can pick what fits your dog and budget.

Top natural options and representative Australian-available brands

• Air‑dried / minimally processed (good if you want raw‑like nutrition with shelf stability): Ziwi Peak, K9 Natural (freeze‑dried), and some local air‑dried ranges. These are high in meat, low in fillers and often used as a complete food or topper. (extraservice.net)
• Fresh/frozen / subscription fresh (best for owners who want whole‑food, low‑processing options): brands like Petzyo and subscription fresh providers that make small batches and deliver fresh or chilled meals. These aim to use named meats and whole ingredients. (gentledogtrainers.com.au)
• Australian natural kibble (balanced, less processed than supermarket kibble): Ivory Coat, Black Hawk, BIOpet and other Australian brands that use named meat sources, avoid artificial colours/preservatives and offer grain‑free or grain‑inclusive natural recipes. Good for daily feeding with easier storage. (vetranch.org)
• Raw and freeze‑dried raw (for owners comfortable with raw feeding): K9 Natural, some New Zealand and Aussie suppliers — high meat content aimed at a species‑appropriate diet. (Requires safe handling and may need vet guidance for puppies, seniors or immune‑compromised dogs.) (myrainbowpets.com.au)

Brands frequently recommended by Australian reviewers (2024–2025)

• Ziwi Peak — premium air‑dried, very high meat content. (extraservice.net)
• K9 Natural — freeze‑dried/raw style, high meat percentage. (myrainbowpets.com.au)
• Ivory Coat, Black Hawk, BIOpet — Australian dry ranges positioned as “natural” (named proteins, limited additives). (vetranch.org)
• Petzyo, Lyka, 4Legs, SavourLife — fresh/alternative natural brands and subscription services popular with Australian consumers. (gentledogtrainers.com.au)

How to choose the best “natural” food for your dog

1. Define “natural” for you — (a) minimally processed/high meat (air‑dried, raw), (b) fresh/chilled, or (c) whole‑ingredient kibble with named meats and no artificial additives.
2. Check the ingredient panel — named meat first, limited fillers (avoid vague “meat meal” as the first ingredient), no artificial colours/flavours/preservatives.
3. Confirm “complete” vs “topper” — if feeding as the main meal, the food must be labeled nutritionally complete for your dog’s life stage.
4. Consider health needs — puppies, seniors, dogs with pancreatitis, kidney disease, or allergies often need special diets; talk to your vet before switching.
5. Introduce gradually — mix increasing amounts over 7–10 days and monitor stool, appetite and skin/coat.
6. Budget and availability — premium fresh/air‑dried/raw options cost more per kg and may be bought by subscription or specialty retailers; mainstream natural kibbles are usually cheaper and widely available. (myrainbowpets.com.au)

Quick buying tips (Australia)

• Buy from reputable retailers (pet stores, vet clinics, recognised online shops) and check consumer reviews for the specific formula. (productreview.com.au)
• If trying raw/air‑dried, read safe handling instructions and consider freeze‑dried/air‑dried as lower‑risk alternatives to fresh raw. (myrainbowpets.com.au)
• Look for small‑batch, Australian‑made options if provenance and local sourcing matter. Several Australian guides list top Australian‑made natural brands. (gentledogtrainers.com.au)

If you want, I can:

• Recommend 2–3 specific products tailored to your dog’s age, weight, activity level and sensitivities (I’ll need those details), or
• Compare price/ingredients for two brands you’re choosing between.

Would you like specific picks for a puppy, adult, senior, or a dog with allergies?