The Food Group

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Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on February 8, 2019 at 1:26pm

Hi Rosalyn, Orijen makes smaller sized bags, as small as 4.5 lbs. And in fact, it's advised that you do not buy bags that contain more food than your dog will eat in a month, unless you can put some of it in freezer bags and freeze it. You also need to look at feeding amounts. Someyimes, a food that appears to be more expensive will actually cost less in the long run, as you use less and therefore buy less in an equal period of time. 
If you scroll up a bit, you'll find a link to our list of recommended brands, right under the red photo. 

Comment by J and Riley (and Luna) on February 8, 2019 at 1:22pm

Acana and Fromm are a bit cheaper (i think )and good foods.  Check out the recommended brands list.  

Comment by Rosalyn Ancrum on February 8, 2019 at 1:15pm

 I see that Orijen puppy food costs $85.00 plus tax. for a 25 pound bag of food.  I guess I am out of the loop since I only had to buy a 4 pound bag of Merrick for my puppy.  Can anyone give other options? I know that a good quality food is important but almost $100 is a little steep.

Comment by Stacy on February 2, 2019 at 4:32pm

Thank you both! The girls thank you as well. They think I'm stingy with the sweet potato, but I don't ask to share *their* dinner! Maybe just a little skin would make them feel better about the situation.

Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on February 2, 2019 at 4:12pm

There's no harm in the skin, but give it in moderation, too much could cause diarrhea. It's VERY high in fiber.

Comment by Lori, Winnie, Bob and Indie on February 2, 2019 at 10:12am

My dogs love them, and it's good for them! The 3 of them will share the skin of a large sweet potato without causing any digestive problems.

Comment by Stacy on January 31, 2019 at 4:11pm

Quick question: Sweet potato skin? Yay or nay. I've been eating lots of sweet potatoes lately and the girls get a bite. I don't eat the skin, but I don't know if it has too much fiber in it, or... Is it good for them? Thanks!

Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on November 20, 2018 at 1:17pm

However, I would also say that it is not necessary to switch brands if a formula isn;t working for your dog...just try a different formula. Most brands have several different product lines, and within each line, several different formulas. So if a chicken formula isn't working, try a lamb formula; if a formula with grains isn;t working, try a grain-free formula, or vice-versa; if a multiple protein formula isn;t working, try a limited ingredient formula....within the same brand. No need to completely switch brands. 

Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on November 20, 2018 at 1:14pm

No, the order they are listed has nothing to do with quality. They are grouped according to the types of formulas they sell (some companies only make raw, some only make grain free, etc) but they are in no particular order in terms of "better" or "worse" quality.

Comment by S & Charlie on November 20, 2018 at 12:10pm

Question - in the recommended foods file- are they in order of quality? Wondering because I've been thinking of switching to Farmina, but it's low on the list. I've tried others higher up (including acana/orijen, fromm, petcurean) and none have been that perfect match for my doodle that i'm looking for. Thanks!

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