(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best dog food
We found 334 Reddit comments discussing the best dog food. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 205 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Aqueon Shrimp Food Pellets, 6-1/2-Ounce
Provides Balanced Nutrition For Daily FeedingHighly Digestible Sinking PelletA Nutritious Treat For Tropical, Salt Water And GoldfishGood For Loaches, Catfish And Other Bottom Feeding Fish
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Color | Reds |
Height | 3 Inches |
Length | 3 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 6.5 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 0.4 Pounds |
Width | 4.1 Inches |
22. Taste of the Wild Grain Free High Protein Real Meat Recipe Wetlands Premium Dry Dog Food - (Discontinued size by manufacturer)
Discontinued size by manufacturerA taste of the wild with ROASTED QUAIL; REAL DUCK is the #1 ingredient; optimal amino acid profile, protein rich for LEAN, STRONG MUSCLESHigh protein ingredients with added vitamins & minerals; fruits and vegetables as SUPERFOODS for hard-working ANTIOXIDANTS; fatty ...
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Height | 5.25 Inches |
Length | 18 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 30lb - Discontinued |
Weight | 5.25 Pounds |
Width | 25 Inches |
23. Blue Buffalo Wilderness High Protein Grain Free, Natural Adult Dry Dog Food, Duck 24-lb
- PACKED WITH REAL DUCK: A recipe made to satisfy your dog’s natural love for meat, this high protein dog food features real duck to help build and maintain lean muscle mass
- HEALTHY INGREDIENTS: BLUE Wilderness grain free dog food, made with healthy carbohydrates including sweet potatoes and peas, helps fuel your adult dog’s active lifestyle; It also contains omega 3 & 6 fatty acids to support skin and coat health
- ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
- A NATURAL DOG FOOD: BLUE dry dog food is made with the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals; BLUE contains NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors or preservatives
- Contains one (1) 24-lb bag of BLUE Wilderness High Protein, Natural Adult Dry Dog Food, Duck
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Height | 4 Inches |
Length | 24.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 24 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 24.24 Pounds |
Width | 15.5 Inches |
24. Blue Buffalo Wilderness High Protein, Natural Adult Large Breed Dry Dog Food, Chicken 24-lb
- PACKED WITH REAL CHICKEN: A recipe made to satisfy your dog’s natural love for meat, this high protein dog food features real chicken to help build and maintain lean muscle mass
- HEALTHY INGREDIENTS: BLUE Wilderness large breed dog food is made with the ingredients to help support your breed’s unique needs including glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health; Plus, it contains omega 3 & 6 fatty acids for skin and coat health
- ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
- A NATURAL DOG FOOD: BLUE dry dog food is made with the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals; BLUE contains NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors or preservatives
- Contains one (1) 24-lb bag of BLUE Wilderness High Protein Natural Adult Large Breed Dry Dog Food, Chicken
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Height | 4 Inches |
Length | 24.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 24 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 24 Pounds |
Width | 15.5 Inches |
25. Natural Balance Dry Dog Food Limited Ingredient Diet for Large Breeds, Lamb Meal and Rice, 28 Pound Bag
Contains 1 - 28 Pound Bag of Dry Dog FoodLamb meal provides essential amino acids that help maintain strong muscleSingle animal protein source and limited ingredient dietBrown rice contains fiber to help support healthy digestionSupports healthy skin and a shiny coat
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Color | Lamb Meal & Brown Rice |
Height | 15.75 Inches |
Length | 26.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 28 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 28 Pounds |
Width | 5 Inches |
26. Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Puppy Dog Food – Natural Dry Dog Food for Puppies – Chicken and Brown Rice – 30 lb. Bag (596003)
REAL MEAT FIRST: Blue Buffalo foods always feature real meat as the first ingredient. High-quality protein from real chicken helps your dog build and maintain healthy muscles. Plus they contain wholesome whole grains, garden veggies and fruit.FOR PUPPY DOGS: Specially formulated for puppies, BLUE Li...
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Height | 5 Inches |
Length | 25 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 30 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 30 Pounds |
Width | 16 Inches |
27. Purina Pro Plan With Probiotics Dry Dog Food, SAVOR Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Formula - 35 lb. Bag
One (1) 35 pounds Bag Purina Pro Plan With Probiotics Dry Dog Food, SAVOR Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice FormulaMade with high quality protein, including real chicken as the first ingredientFortified with guaranteed live probiotics to support digestive & immune healthCrunchy kibble and tender, meaty ...
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Color | Other |
Height | 32 Inches |
Length | 5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 35 Lb. |
Weight | 35 Pounds |
Width | 17.5 Inches |
28. Rachael Ray Nutrish Just 6 Premium Natural Dry Dog Food, Limited Ingredient Diet Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe, 6 Pounds
- Contains one (1) 6 pound bag of Rachael Ray Nutrish Limited Ingredient Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe dry dog food (packaging design may vary)
- Only 6 ingredients with added vitamins, minerals, taurine and other nutrients
- Lamb meal is the number one ingredient
- No fillers, artificial flavors, colors or artificial preservatives
- Safely USA cooked with the world's finest ingredients
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Color | Lamb Meal & Rice |
Height | 12.5 Inches |
Length | 4.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 6 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 6 Pounds |
Width | 9.5 Inches |
29. Wellness Natural Pet Food Complete Health Natural Dry Puppy Food, Chicken, Salmon & Oatmeal, 30-Pound Bag
- This puppy dry dog food recipe's ingredient is chicken; high quality protein with wholesome grains like oatmeal
- Our crunchy kibble has no meat byproducts, fillers, or artificial preservatives
- DHA to support brain development; Calcium & phosphorus for healthy bone growth
- Made in the USA using only the finest globally sourced ingredients
- Spend a lifetime with Wellness natural dog food; we offer recipes for puppy, adult, and senior dogs as well as grain free dog treats, meal toppers, and wet food options too
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Color | Chicken, Salmon & Oatmeal |
Height | 24.5 Inches |
Length | 16 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 30 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 30 Pounds |
Width | 4.75 Inches |
30. Blue Buffalo Basics Limited Ingredient Diet, Natural Puppy Dry Dog Food, Turkey & Potato 24-lb
- STARTS WITH REAL TURKEY: This dry puppy food features a single animal protein source along with potatoes, peas and pumpkin to support gentle digestion making it a good option for puppies with a sensitive stomach
- LIMITED INGREDIENT PUPPY FOOD: BLUE Basics dog food doesn’t contain any chicken, beef, corn, wheat, soy, dairy or eggs making it a good option for puppies with food sensitivities; It contains DHA and ARA to help support cognitive and retinal development
- ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
- Contains one (1) 24lb bag of BLUE Basics Skin & Stomach Care, Natural Puppy Dry Dog Food, Turkey & Potato
- Contains one (1) 24lb bag of BLUE Basics Skin & Stomach Care, Natural Puppy Dry Dog Food, Turkey & Potato
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Height | 4 Inches |
Length | 24.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 24 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 24.24 Pounds |
Width | 15.5 Inches |
31. Blue Buffalo Freedom Grain Free Natural Puppy Dry Dog Food, Chicken 24-lb
- STARTS WITH REAL CHICKEN: A recipe with real chicken as the first ingredient, this dry puppy food supports healthy muscle development in puppies without the grains that contain gluten
- GRAIN FREE PUPPY FOOD: BLUE Freedom grain free puppy food is made with DHA and ARA, important fatty acids found in mother’s milk, to help support your puppy’s brain and eye development
- ANTIOXIDANT-RICH LIFESOURCE BITS: A precise blend of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals carefully selected by holistic veterinarians and animal nutritionists to support immune system health, life stage needs and a healthy oxidative balance
- A NATURAL DOG FOOD: BLUE dry dog food is made with the finest natural ingredients enhanced with vitamins and minerals; BLUE contains NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavors or preservatives
- Contains one (1) 24lb bag of BLUE Freedom Grain Free Natural Puppy Dry Dog Food, Chicken
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Height | 4 Inches |
Length | 24.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 24 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 11 Pounds |
Width | 15.5 Inches |
32. NUTRO ULTRA Adult High Protein Natural Dry Dog Food with a Trio of Proteins from Chicken, Lamb and Salmon, 30 lb. Bag
- Contains one (1) 30 lb. bag of NUTRO ULTRA Adult Dry Dog Food with a Trio of Proteins From Chicken, Lamb and Salmon
- Features trio of protein from chicken, lamb, and salmon—chicken is the no.1 ingredient—specially formulated for adult dogs
- Our premium dog food kibble is made with high-quality ingredients and provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs in every bowl
- Protein rich NUTRO ULTRA Dry Dog Food is made with high-quality protein and our blend of 15 vibrant superfoods, like coconut, chia, kale, blueberries, and other quality ingredients
- Made with no chicken by-product meal, corn, soy, or wheat, and no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives
- NUTRO ULTRA Dry Dog Food is made with quality ingredients, sourced from a trusted network of farmers and suppliers
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Height | 6 Inches |
Length | 23 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 30 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 30 Pounds |
Width | 16.5 Inches |
33. Healthy Breeds Dog Shampoo Oatmeal with Aloe for Chinese Crested - Over 200 Breeds - 16 oz - Mild & Gentle for Sensitive Skin - Hypoallergenic Formula & pH Balanced
- Provides relief for itchy, scaling and sensitive skin with the mild oatmeal and aloe formula! A gentle shampoo is more suitable for dogs with sensitive skin or allergies!
- Hypoallergenic formula is safe for use with topical flea control treatments! Keep your dog fresh and clean with the delicious Pina Colada scent!
- pH balanced! Healthy Breeds offers a high-quality oatmeal shampoo that is gentle and soap-free! Help restore natural moisture and emollients in your dog’s skin and coat!
- MADE IN THE USA! Buy with confidence! All shampoos made in federally regulated manufacturing facilities! Excellent customer service and return policy. 100% satisfaction guaranteed!
- Healthy Breeds offers an assortment of dog healthcare products, grooming products and treats for over 200 breeds! Make sure to search for your breed! Click the Healthy Breeds hyperlink above the title to see our amazon storefront!
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Color | Chinese Crested |
Height | 8 inches |
Length | 2.5 inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 16 oz |
Weight | 1 Pounds |
Width | 2.5 inches |
34. I and love and you Naked Essentials Wet Dog Food - Grain Free and Canned, Beef, 13-Ounce, Pack of 12 Cans
- ALWAYS GRAIN FREE: No, no, no grains, you’re not invited to this dinner party.We’re serving nutrient-rich pumpkin, cranberries, and spinach instead of grains.
- NO FILLERS, ALL LOVE: No by-product meals, wheat, corn, soy, rice, artificial preservatives, flavors, or colors. Nothing weird or scary.
- NO CARRAGEENAN: Our delicious hearty stews are always free of this thickener
- REAL MEAT IS THE FIRST INGREDIENT: This protein rich wet dog food always has the first ingredient meat or poultry sourced; available in drool worthy flavors like Beef, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb and Venison
- OMEGAS: Flaxseed oil, sunflower oil and fish oils all help to enhance a soft coat and encourage oh-so-soft coat and healthy, radiant skin.Ready some studio lighting and oscillating fans, it’s time for your close-up Ferdinand Fluffy Pants...
- COMPLETE & BALANCED: serve as a full meal or as a tasty topper to your pup's regular meal
- Allergy Safe pet food and treats
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Color | Beef Booyah Stew |
Height | 4.13 Inches |
Length | 12.25 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 13 Ounce (Pack of 12) |
Weight | 10.0089866948 Pounds |
Width | 9.25 Inches |
35. Wellness Complete Health Chicken & Sweet Potato Formula Canned Dog Food, 12.5 Ounces, Pack of 12
ENJOY A LIFETIME OF WELLBEING: High quality chicken and antioxidant rich veggies are expertly balanced to deliver a complete diet packed with the nutrients your dog needs to thriveWHOLE BODY HEALTH: Premium, nutrient rich ingredients support strong immune systems, optimal energy, digestive health an...
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Color | Chicken & Sweet Potato |
Height | 4.25 Inches |
Length | 12 Inches |
Number of items | 12 |
Size | 12.5 Ounce (Pack of 12) |
Weight | 9.375 Pounds |
Width | 9 Inches |
36. Merrick Bone The Sarge, Dog Bones
- All Natural
- No artificial coloring or flavoring
- Made in the USA with ingredients sourced in the USA
- Between 9" and 11" long
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Color | black/red/blue/green |
Height | 8 Inches |
Length | 23.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | January 2007 |
Size | 8-10" |
Weight | 1.29 Pounds |
Width | 9.5 Inches |
37. Grandma Lucy's Artisan Dog Food, Grain Free and Freeze-Dried - Artisan Chicken, 3Lb Bag
QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST - A nutritionally balanced blend of highest quality ingredients, freeze-dried chicken, fruits and vegetablesLIMITED INGREDIENTS - This all natural, grain-free recipe contains no fillers, by products, GMO’s or preservatives to keep your dog happy and healthyALL LIFE STAGES - G...
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Height | 9.5 Inches |
Length | 21 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | July 2013 |
Size | 3 Pound (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 3 Pounds |
Width | 17 Inches |
38. Instinct Freeze Dried Raw Boost Mixers Grain Free All Natural Beef Recipe Dog Food Topper by Nature's Variety, 14 oz. Bag
- FOR HAPPY, HEALTHY LIVES GIFT RAW: Instinct freeze-dried raw dog food toppers is a perfect gift for dogs and dog lovers. Made with real meat, fruits and vegetables for a delicious dog food topper and healthy treat.
- FREEZE DRIED RAW DOG FOOD TOPPER WITH ALL NATURAL BEEF: Add raw to your dog bowl with Instinct Raw Boost Mixers all natural, grain free dog food toppers. Made with responsibly sourced all natural beef, beef organs and non-GMO vegetables and fruits.
- GRAIN FREE DOG FOOD MIXER: Raw, whole food ingredients are freeze dried to gently remove moisture, locking in nutrients and intensifying flavor. Made without grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by product meal, artificial colors or preservatives.
- DRY DOG FOOD TOPPER OR DOG TREAT: Add variety and excitement to dry dog food with Raw Boost Mixers. Made with all natural ingredients to support healthy digestion and skin & coat. The perfect natural dog food topper or dog treats for picky dogs & puppies. Sized perfectly for use as a training treat.
- POWER OF RAW INGREDIENTS: Our dog food is made with the pure, real nutrition of raw. Raw is natural, made from real meat & whole food ingredients, protein packed & minimally processed. Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world.
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Height | 11.5 Inches |
Length | 3 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 14 oz. Bag |
Weight | 0.875 Pounds |
Width | 8 Inches |
39. Purina Pro Plan Meal Enhancements For Dogs, Savor Additions Chicken & Berries Puree, 3.2-Ounce Pouch, Pack Of 1(14 Counts)
- ERROR (14) 3.2 oz. Pouches - Purina Pro Plan Additions Chicken & Berries Puree Adult Dog Meal Enhancement
- Purina Pro Plan Additions Chicken & Berries Puree Meal Enhancement for Dogs 3.2 oz. Pouch, Pack of 14
- Comes in Mess-Free, Easy-to-Use, Reseal able Pouch
- Made with Real, Human-Grade Ingredients
- With Prebiotic Fiber
- Formulated Without Corn, Wheat or Soy
- No Added Artificial Colors, Flavors or Preservatives. Purina Pro Plan Savor Additions are available in four savory blends dogs love. Manufactured in U.S. facilities.
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Height | 6.9 inches |
Length | 7.85 inches |
Size | 3.2oz |
Weight | 0.0379 Pounds |
Width | 7.25 inches |
40. Acana Grasslands - Dog - 15.4 lb
- Acana Grasslands dog food from New Zealand lamb, freshly caught Canadian fish and whole eggs, grain-free and highly digestible.
- Promotes maximum performance in dogs of all breeds.
- Acana dog food has a high protein content and contains few carbohydrates, so that it matches the natural diet of dogs.
- Acana Grasslands dog food contains three sources of hypo-allergenic protein of particularly high quality.
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Weight | 15.43235834 Pounds |
🎓 Reddit experts on dog food
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My bully is also 7! We use Earthbath shampoo. I'd recommend these Keto-C Antiseptic wipes if he has any skin fold irritation. You might want to try a fish oil to add to his food; that should help his hair and they just love it. My pup has some arthritis and hip dysplasia, so we give him a glucosamine/chondroitin supplement. He has a bit of a grain sensitivity so he eats Rachel Ray Just Six. I keep Benadryl on hand (vet approved) because it helps when he gets seasonal allergies. Get some dog toothpaste and a brush; it really does help. My pup loves any kind of dental bones, also. Keep an eye out for a head tilt or unusual ear wax/discharge as bullies can be prone to ear infections. Make sure he wears a harness (we've used a cheap roman harness for years but recently got this harness) and take good care of his neck- my boy has recently been dealing with a prolapsed intervertebral disk, which is caused by normal play like tug of war and fetch, jumping off the couch, going up and down stairs, and generally having a huge head. So now we play very carefully, carry him on stairs, and have him on an anti-inflammatory. He uses a raised feeding dish to prevent strain. We also put a little tennis ball in his food to make him eat slowly (he has a tendency to eat too fast and throw up). I use Argan oil and petroleum jelly on his nose when it gets dry.
I'm sure he'll let you know his taste in treats and toys soon, but my buddy likes antler chews, Busy Bones, and all stuffed animals. Rawhides make him throw up. Congratulations and good luck!
Hey Metamorphosis348, I heard many conflicting things about puppy food when I got my little Great Dane named Crowley.
He is our first puppy, so i did a lot of extensive research. The amount of conflicting points is crazy.
There are certain nutrients you need as a puppy, but most puppy mixes have a high protein(35-50%) and/or Fat(20-25%) content, which can be bad for Great Dane Growth.
The Best Compromise I could find was this type from Blue Buffalo. 26% Protein and 15% Fat.
When I went to Petco to find some chow for Crowley, I had a little notebook with 2 pages filled with ingredients that should be avoided. This one fit the bill the best, and Crowley seems to love it!
And no, Crowley doesnt have mange, he was the runt of the litter(of 3) and his brother and sister played hard with him. It is clearing up nicely.
And Yes I copied and pasted this from another post of mine
If you use the search bar on the right and search new puppy, puppy list, shopping list, you'll find a lot of good stuff. Here's one old post with a list here's another and a super detailed list in the comments.
In response to those lists, I second the no need for puppy pee pads (shibas potty train quickly but do get something to remove the scent if they do pee in the house, nature's secret etc.).
I would add a toothbrush and toothpaste to that list. Get them used to the toothbrush early on even though they'll lose those puppy teeth eventually. Ditto getting them used to the harness.
We never had a play pen and didn't miss one.
I also recommend shopping on amazon for pretty much anything (petco etc. are always far more expensive but we do go to them occasionally with our shiba as a fun outing or to grab a last minute toy or treat).
Start with small bags of treats and not the giant ones in case your pup doesn't like them and since they'll be eating fewer and they might go stale before you finish them. We try to opt for the highest quality ingredients/most natural food and treats which is totally affordable if you hit amazon.
Specific items: Kong zoom groom brush (gentle but works well), midwest life stages crate (grows with dog, durable), traditional kong, kong wobbler (later added a kong genius as well), whatever random stuffed toys you like (still haven't found something that can survive more than a few days with our shiba) for food we used this wellness puppy food which includes salmon and have since graduated to their adult food alternated with costco's salmon dog food.
You'll definitely need something for them to chew (and chew, and chew), ours had some nylabone chew toys but was never interested in them. Loved bully sticks and rawhide though, just be sure again to check the ingredients, you want american unbleached rolls and not the sheets made of lots of little pieces.
I switched Stitch immediately to Wellness Core Grain Free Puppy when I first got him. If you do switch, add some pumpkin to it.
Also, the Wellness Core Puppy is a bit expensive, but I figured you'd want the best for your puppy. But there's also Blue Buffalo Grain Free Puppy, which is about $10 cheaper than the Wellness. I've heard great things about both Blue Buffalo and Wellness Core.
OMG I am so glad I came across this and I hope you still have food to offer. My baby's name is Gracie and she is 6 years old. She is a doberman and I believe she has a little rottweiler in her possibly. I'd love to show you pics if interested :)
The thing is I have been in a huge rough patch for a while and am currently unemployed and fixing to be homeless probably in a month, maybe 2 if im lucky. I am barely able to feed myself right now let alone my dog, although I make sure she eats before me. I got extremely lucky a couple months ago and found this amazing deal at this food bank I go to, they had cases of nutro wet dog food for $3 a case of 12 which is AMAZING. The cans usually run about $2-$2.5 each. Needless to say I had to buy as many as I could which was 10-15 or so cases. I am just about out now and am really needing a bag of dry food for her, it would mean the absolute world to Gracie and myself if you were able to order her some food so she doesn't go hungry during this struggle we are enduring.
If I am lucky enough to receive any help this is the food I feed her, though I will take anything if this is too expensive. Thank you for reading this.
https://www.amazon.com/Nutro-Ultra-Proteins-Chicken-Salmon/dp/B006HKBWBI/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?keywords=nutro+dog+food&qid=1573734386&sprefix=nutro+&sr=8-9
My boy is 18 months old and is prone to clogged pours/black heads on his hindquarters. What has been working best for us is a once a week bath with warm water and a luffa. I use this shampoo and it seems to be working great for us. Smells wonderful as well. Looking forward to seeing more pics of beautiful pup. :)
edit: also, ive found keeping the little bit of hair he does have on his hindquarters as short as possible helps with skincare.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B12PM2Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have a dachshund that does this sometimes. I started mixing in a tablespoon of wet dog food with his kibble and now have no problems. I just keep the can in the fridge, takes us about 4-5 days per can. Got one of those can saver lid things to pop on the top.
Used to buy Nutro from PetSmart but now I now buy I&love&you brand from amazon, natural ingredients, smells like human food. Lol! Decently cost effective. Seems that he prefers purina salmon kibble with beef booyah stew the most... but then sometimes he’ll start refusing again and then I’ll switch up the wet food and he’s fine. Maybe he’s just bored with no variety? ¯_(ツ)_/¯ go figure.
I and love and you” Beef Booyah Stew Grain Free Canned Dog Food, 13 oz (Pack of 12) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N26TKSM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_E3h3BbFG34KMG
Ethical 3-1/2-Inch Pet Food Can Covers, 3-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ARWTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_L4h3BbF1VHFJH
Last year I found out that my pooch Finnley has ridiculous allergies, including being allergic to the cat! I'm also still trying to figure out how to settle his digestive issues. He's allergic to dry food and so I feed him a mixture of this canned food and chicken and veggies whenever I get a chance. As you can imagine it gets pricey having to buy him cans all the time (I usually feed him a can in the morning and one at night). I just had to get his yearly shots this month and of course they were all at once so that was a nice $300 bill. I love that guy to death and all I want for him is to be happy and comfortable. He's just been very expensive while I try to adjust his diet and allergies. It would be so nice to have a break on my pay check for one round! Also... his favorite ball bit the dust this morning so he is in need of a new one. He loves to herd it down the hallway and shake it about. It's the only one I can get him to play fetch with long enough to tire him out.
I think it is really great of you to do this! Thanks for hosting.
edit Bonus photo of Finn and his best friend that he is allergic to.
Here's what I've picked up for christmas gifts so far:
Still need to arrange a low budget work group secret santa, pick out some liquor for my boss, a nice candy set or something for some of our support staff downstairs and maybe something more personal for each of my in-laws-- I did find a beautiful painted glass Turkish bowl for my MIL but I'm at a loss for the others.
Grandma Lucy's
its dehydrated so you have to do a lil bit more prep than kibble but my dog loves it. it smells and looks really good too. Some days I'm pretty sure my dog eats better than I do.
my advice here should be helpful https://www.reddit.com/r/dogs/comments/art6mh/help_my_dog_is_depressed_after_my_other_dog/egpxcom
Good for you about going to the vet first, they will be able to give you some advice and direction. After he gets the medical all clear, You can try adding some freeze dried additives or make his current food a 'stew' with some warm water. Canned Pumpkin (no sugar) and green beans (no added salt) also are a fantastic nutritional boost, digestive aid, and something else that may entice his appetite, as well as being safe for most dogs even with special diets, food allergies, or weight management.
I like using baby food, especially the kind that comes in squeeze pouches. Purina also makes something that's kind of similar that I've used before, but my dog doesn't seem to like them as much as literal baby food haha. It's nice because I can just stick the tube in my dog's mouth and kind of lead her along until we pass her anxiety trigger (strange men). Like, she's still concerned about them, but the food is too delicious and also RIGHT THERE and she's too busy licking to bark :D
It's not as messy (like grease on the hands) as hotdogs or rotisserie chicken unless I accidentally oversqueeze and squirt it everywhere, but I like to think of those moments as jackpot treating lol :P
Plus another pro is that you can cap it and stick it in the fridge. Usually a pouch will last me a week.
Hey there. I'm willing to buy a bag of nutritious dog food to help your "number one fan" get by, but I didn't trust that Purina brand you had on your list.
I did a 5 min search online and found it didn't rate that highly on dogfoodadvisor.com (1/5 stars). If you throw something better on the list like the ones below, I'll gladly send some your way.
The last one is slightly less of a quality brand, but for the price you can get twice as much. This is probably our best bet - the only questionable ingredient is tomato pomace, but how bad can that be?
> Tomato pomace is a controversial ingredient, a by-product remaining after processing tomatoes into juice, soup and ketchup.
> Many praise tomato pomace for its high fiber and nutrient content, while others scorn it as an inexpensive pet food filler.
> Just the same, there’s probably not enough tomato pomace here to make much of a difference.
Also, if there are any dog lovers out there who disapprove of these choices, please chime in!
I just used [these] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004HSOTZI/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_.5e7wb1SCEC35) for the food because I don't expect beginners to be feeding live foods or using expensive food tailored for every species in their tank.
But yes you're right! It's just for the one tank. Most people get multiple tank syndrome eventually but I figured it'd be unfair to start out with three 100 gallon tanks and only one dog lmao. Besides look at how much you can save every month by not getting one dog and you can save up enough to get your next tank in no time :)
I just looked up the item that makes prime "worth it to us" and I'm blown away because I looked it up on a browser I never "signed in" to, and instead of the "Prime logo" - I see "& FREE Shipping" since it's over $35... hmmmm.... order it 5-8 days sooner than I'll need it? Or keep prime?
Here's our item: http://www.amazon.com/Natural-Balance-Limited-Ingredient-Breeds/dp/B002VROXD0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394741877&sr=8-1&keywords=natural+balance+large+breed $44.95 and petco, and $36.58 at amazon... my dog eats 2 & 1/2 bags a month give or take, so that's $210 savings right there, not to mention our gas and time since the closest store that carries it is 14 miles away...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000W5QSZE?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01
All natural, and Linus loooooves it. Pricey though.
I used to get him Royal Canin because thats what the breeder had him on, but since ive switched all his skin issues have gone away.
Unfortunately he already has a bald spot on his tail, and even the best food in the world wont fix that :(
This is super helpful, thank you!
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I have no idea what he weight it, I don't own a scale but it's on my "to buy" list. Though I'd say she's probably around 25 pounds give or take.
Her body looks fine, probably a little skinny which is what prompted me to ask, but I can post a picture later for you to see.
And she's on Blue chicken and brown rice (Blue chicken and brown rice for puppies
My husky is running low on food, and I have not been able to buy him enough due to me not making much at my UPS job.. It would be amazing if you can order this for him.. I would be grateful
http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Buffalo-Wilderness-Recipe-24-Pound/dp/B002ZNW346/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1319073001&sr=8-3
Nutrisca
Wellness Core and Blue Buffalo Wilderness are also good food.
> Note: The blue buffalo rocky mountain recipe version is crap, so make sure you buy the kind I linked.
For treats I give Petco brand bone strips ($10, lasts a month), double chews, BIXBI jerky, and Dogma Biscuits.
The running theme here is grain free, and made from ingredients that a human could consume. Further, the distribution of protein, carbs and fat is evenly distributed in appropriate ratios.
My guy used to have small episodes and it really just came down to his blood sugar and how much he had eaten. I always have food out and supply some healthy treats. He's currently on Purina and doing great albeit the ridiculously high temperatures.
I give my Golden Wilderness Blue Buffalo Large Breed
Our vet told us grain-free and large breed. So I researched popular choices for Goldens and that's what I found.
We do Blue Buffalo Wilderness Grain Free Dry Dog Food, Duck Recipe. We picked this one because four of the first five ingredients are meat and it has no wheat, corn, or soy in it. When we first got her we went from Purina Pro Plan and then through a number of pet-store quality foods (like this one) to find one where she would eat it and her stool was healthy.
This is what we've been feeding ours and he almost never farts anymore unless we feed him too many treats for being a good boy.
Royal Canin Dalmatian is great, but only when the dog is 14 months and older.
For my boy as a puppy I used Blue Buffalo
1.5yo 55lb mutt.
The big things are:
Throw in some costs for toys/treats/misc. and I'm at around $700~$800 (conservatively) a year.
For food, I get the 35lb bag of Purina Pro Plan Shredded Chicken/Rice.
For flea/tick/heartworm preventative, I get the 6-pack of Revolution. I like this one because I don't have to give her one medication for flea/sticks (like Frontline) and a second medication for heartworms (like Heartgard). I've never found a flea or tick on her and she's never had heartworms.
When I have expendable income (I'm still a college student), I plan on getting pet insurance for her.
My newfie eats Natural Balance's large breed food. She's not really a big eater - probably something like 4 cups a day (I just refill her bowl when it runs out). She's about a year and a half old, and ninety pounds.
Your pet store is pricey. I would try Amazon. I can't attest as to whether [this] (https://smile.amazon.com/Aqueon-Shrimp-Food-Pellets-2-Ounce/dp/B004HSOTZI) brand is specifically ideal for Triops, it'll probably work fine, but just using it as an example, it's $4.08 for 184g and you don't have to worry about the risks of buying from bulk eBay sellers.