Which puppy food to feed

Discuss ways to improve the quality of your dog's life and longevity through proper nutrition; a place for all of your questions and answers about feeding your pooch!

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Radley

Im a lean, mean,- cuddling machine

Barked: Mon Jun 25, '12 1:36pm PST


	hi all, Ill be bringing my new puppy home middle of next month and was wondering what you guys think is the best puppy food out. We don't have Orijen, Acana, Fromm, Honest Kitchen out here. My selections are limited to things like TOTW, BB, Canidae, Califonia Natural, Natural Balance and some others I can't remember the name of.

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CGC,RTD,AKC- Brake's- LoneRanger

Aussie, Aussie,- Aussie, Oy, Oy,- Oy!

Barked: Mon Jun 25, '12 3:17pm PST


	Is there any way you can contact your local pet food store to see if they will order a specific brand for you? I know our local stores are amazing about that! I personally feed mine Fromm. They are family-owned and have never had a recall. (I can't say that last part about the majority of the brands you mentioned). I have called Fromm several times to ask about ingredients/serving amounts,etc. Their customer service is fantastic, and they went out of their way to help me! I'm sure if you email them and ask about samples, they could send a few samples your way to see if your new puppy will like their food. That way, you at least have the option to order online (and use coupons/promo codes on shipping) if you can't get your local stores to carry it. I really recommend the Fromm Four Star Grain Free Game Bird Recipe(dry). That is what I feed to my three dogs. It is an all-stages formula, so you can definitely put your new puppy on it. (Should you ever decide to rotate foods at some point, they have several other grain-frees in their lines (and grain as well) that you can easily rotate with.) I would ask your breeder to give you a bit of the food your dog is already, so that you can slowly transition your pup onto the new food once it arrives. A slow transition is the best bet to avoid upsetting their tummy and added stress. When I transition mine, I give 2tbsp canned pumpkin to them about 10 minutes before I give them their food; that helps them digest things easier. If you can't get your hands on Fromm, www.dogfoodadvisor.com is a good website that has lists of 5 star foods they recommend based on your dogs individual needs.I hope that helps a bit!

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Radley

Im a lean, mean,- cuddling machine

Barked: Mon Jun 25, '12 4:16pm PST


	Thanks for the tips, as for transitioning to a new food I know how to do that already , thanks though. I'm not too worried about diamonds recent recall. My state isn't affected, currently the rest of my crew eats TOTW no problems. I heard feeding an all life stage formula was no good for puppies that will be larger, did I get my facts twisted on that? I know my local pet store will special order food, but they only do it once a month and I'm worried it wil be too much hassle, having to worry about him running out then having nothing to feed him. What about Chicken Soup for the Puppy Lovers Soul? Anyone use that?

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Scruffy

He's a- Scruffador!

Barked: Mon Jun 25, '12 4:32pm PST


	TOTW has a puppy formula.

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Zoey

oops theres a- wall there!

Barked: Mon Jun 25, '12 6:38pm PST


	Whenever we got Zoey I went to our local feed store and spent a good 40 mins going through all the different foods and ingredients. I started her off on Wellness 5 blend which is for puppies, she loved it, and with each of her vet vists (about a month apart) has gained at least 5 pounds each time (sometimes more) so she's right on track. What kind of puppy are you getting?

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Miro

Troublemaker

Barked: Tue Jun 26, '12 7:46am PST


	TOTW has a puppy formula?! Wow I had no idea, I just go into the store and grab the bag I need lol I never look around. I'm getting an Australian Shepherd! And I'm ridiculously excited hehe. I may just go with TOTW cause even though Diamond had the recall they still make some quality products, your bound to get a salomnella outbreak eventually when your working with raw meat. I'll post this under my new baby so you guys can see his cuteness!

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06/26/2012

Barked: Tue Jun 26, '12 3:25pm PST


	Radley, Congrats on the new puppy! I think (if you know the previous owner) first ask him/her what they fed the puppy. After that speak with the vet. There are various types of food, dry, raw, etc. and those that emphasize certain parts of the body to improve. It might be best to go to the vet, get an exam, and ask for their opinion. Nonetheless, be sure to be feeding them healthy food!

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Radley

Im a lean, mean,- cuddling machine

Barked: Tue Jun 26, '12 9:18pm PST


	Lol, vets know about as much about dog nutrition as I know about area 51, which is not much. I work at a vet and wouldnt ask her for opinions on food ever. Thanks for the tips though. .

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Lassie

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Barked: Wed Jun 27, '12 2:31pm PST


	I normally would suggest Taste of the Wild, but due to recent recalls, just to be safe you might want to start out with Blue Buffalo Wilderness. However there is a rumor going around that Purina is planning to buy Blue Buffalo...so beware. Always check the ingredient labels being purchasing any food. I hope all goes well with your new puppy! Congrats!