'Hungry Hound' food cart, catering to canines.
Bringing a unique take to Bend's already saturated food truck scene - a food truck that serves gourmet food exclusively for canines.
"We are launching Bend's one and only, very first food truck just for dogs," Bryan Du Toit said.
ABOUT US
IT’S WHERE YOUR PETS LOVES TO EAT
There are currently 15 items on the menu. Whether it's the "Quarter Hounder with Cheese" or the "Peanut Butter Woofles," Every menu item has been approved by veterinarians. Everything is very plain. The burgers will just be burgers. The buns will just be buns. We have a side of sweet potato fries and a side of pumpkin cubes with every meal. Each one of those menu items has a lot digestive enzymes in it that helps the pups process the food.
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WOOF FEST
The Story
Welcome to Hungry Hound Bend, where the journey began with a bark and blossomed into a food truck adventure! Our tale is one of passion, where a human with a heart as big as a Great Dane's wanted to extend the joy of delicious meals to their four-legged friends on the go.
The Menu
Everything is very plain. The burgers will just be burgers. The buns will just be buns. We have a side of sweet potato fries and a side of pumpkin cubes with every meal. Each one of those things has a lot digestive enzymes in it that helps the pups process the food.
The Team
We're a tight-knit team driven by a shared love for dogs and a commitment to culinary excellence on the move. Our diverse crew creates delectable dishes that delight pups. Each member plays a pivotal role in ensuring that every bite from our truck is a tail-wagging experience. Together, we're on a mission to spread joy, one delicious meal at a time.
This new food truck in Bend isn’t for you. It’s for your dog.
On their way out the door for dinner last summer, Bryan Du Toit’s wife said she wished there was a food truck for dogs. The couple laughed, Du Toit said, because the idea seemed ludicrous. [email protected]
Until it didn’t, that is. The passing comment germinated into a business plan, leading Du Toit on a deep dive into canine cuisine. As a result, he designed a food truck menu as much for dogs as the owners he hopes will be opening their wallets.
On Saturday, he unveils The Hungry Hound food truck with a launch party he’s calling Woof Fest. While humans enjoy grub from food trucks at On Tap, they’ll be able to grab a special plate of food for fido, too.
Nothing on The Hungry Hound’s menu is for human consumption.
Canines have a wide selection of entrees, appetizers and beverages including a “quarter hounder” with cheese, a grilled salmon bowl served over rice and a “puppy power shake,” a blend of unsalted peanut butter, bananas and honey.
“Dog owners in Bend tend to, from our research, be a pretty sophisticated and adventurous group of people,” Du Toit said. “We didn’t just want to throw some dog bones and some ground beef in a bowl. We really put a lot of thought and effort into making a sophisticated menu.”
While dogs are typically undiscerning in their meal choices, pet owners are looking to involve their furry companions in family activities.
Du Toit accounts for canine-specific dietary needs, preparing dishes without added seasonings or cooking oils. The food will be allowed to reach room temperature before meals are served. And everything will be served on a flying disc, Du Toit said.
Woof Fest launch party at On Tap
The business-defining conversation came after the Du Toits adopted a puppy named Romeo from nonprofit dog rescue organization Street Dog Hero. The Great Pyrenees inspired the quarter-pound beef patty after he wolfed down a hamburger in a split second. Romeo’s likeness is also represented on the Woof Fest poster.
Street Dog Hero will bring adoptable dogs to Woof Fest. It will be joined by organizations including the Humane Society of Central Oregon with adoptable cats in tow, Bend Police Department’s canine unit and Tesla showcasing its new “dog safe” mode.
FAQS
Has This Been Approved?
There are currently 15 items on the menu. Whether it's the "Quarter Hounder with Cheese" or the "Peanut Butter Woofles," Every menu item has been approved by veterinarians. "Everything is very plain. The burgers will just be burgers. The buns will just be buns.
Each one of the menu items have a lot digestive enzymes in it that helps the pups process the food.
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