Canine Caviar uses only beaver that has been part of population control. If we were not using the beaver for food they would end up in a landfill. Once we receive the beaver they are run through a USDA certified facility. Canine Caviar does not farm raise or endanger the beaver population in the US. Canine Caviar prides itself on being a company that is helping the eco system rather than raising something to be killed for food.