The Hidden Effort Behind Aussie Manufacturing: Why Aussie-Made Matters More Than You Think

Manufacturing in Australia isn’t just a statement, it’s a commitment. It means manufacturing under conditions you can trust. =

We started About A Dog because we couldn’t believe more than $100 million a year worth of toilet paper was being shipped from overseas. Rolls made under different standards to Australia, packed onto massive freight ships, dragged across the ocean… all to end up in your bathroom? Yeah, nah. Lets give it a crack doing it in Australia. .

Both Dom and Vin, have over 14 years of experience manufacturing paper products for places like universities, schools, train stations, and a fair share of public bathrooms. But making things locally isn’t as simple as ordering a container from overseas or pressing a button on a machine. Aussie manufacturing comes with a few extra steps and a whole lot more ownership over the process.

What Does Aussie-Made Really Mean?

Before we can send a box of our toilet paper to your door, it has to meet strict Australian safety, hygiene, and environmental standards. That means certifications and a lot of them. Here are just a few of the hoops we happily jump through to show we are accountable and keep things clean, safe, and ethical:

HACCP Certified – Ensures that every roll is made under strict food-grade hygiene practices, so you know it’s safe for you and your family (yes, even down there).

ISO 14001 Environmental – Focuses on reducing environmental impact during production, so you’re not wiping at the planet’s expense.

ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety – Makes sure our team is working in safe, healthy conditions... no shortcuts.

ISO 9001 Quality Management – Every roll has to meet a high bar of consistency, safety, and quality. No wonky rolls here.

FSC Certified – Guarantees that our materials come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Why It Matters

These aren’t just logos we slap on a box. These certifications mean that every step of our supply chain is traceable and ethical, from the recycled materials we use to how they are processed to how your order is packed and delivered. You know exactly what you're getting and where it has come from.

The Hygiene Factor

It might sound funny, but it’s serious business: this is a product you literally use on your butt. Knowing that it was made under HACCP-certified, food-grade hygiene standards means you can rest easy, and wipe safely.

Wrapped Right: Compostable and Thoughtfully Designed

Our wrappers aren’t just compostable, they’re designed intentionally to meet strict environmental standards. We use certified home-compostable materials that comply with DIN EN 13432, meaning they break down safely without leaving behind any harmful residues.

A big part of meeting these standards was keeping ink coverage to a minimum. Too much ink can stop a wrapper from composting properly, so we designed ours with low ink use to stay under the strict limits. If you’re ever buying wrapped toilet paper, keep an eye on how much ink is used, a flashy design might look nice, but it could cost the planet more in the end.

The Final Wipe: Why Aussie-Made Matters

When you buy About A Dog, you’re not just buying toilet paper. You’re choosing what touches your skin. You’re deciding what goes down your drain. And you’re backing a better future for Australian manufacturing, workers, animals, and the planet.

The truth about global production might be a bit murky but your bathroom routine doesn’t have to be.

Keep it clean. Keep it local. And always wipe with purpose.