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[Roman the Doberman]

is merrick food one of the best food for dobermans ? I know everyday people say different things and it’s the most annoying thing but I want to make sure I give him really good food
I have heard holistic large breed puppy might be even better ?
I m confused help lol

 

[C908]

is merrick food one of the best food for dobermans ? I know everyday people say different things and it’s the most annoying thing but I want to make sure I give him really good food
I have heard holistic large breed puppy might be even better ?
I m confused help lol

This is a subject that will get you a lot of different opinions. Talk to a vet and most will push you towards Science Diet or Royal Canin, skip both of those. We have some members that swear by feeding Raw. Others like myself feed a dry kibble like Fromm, or something comparable. We recently switched from Fromm to Earthborn Holistic Ocean Fusion. We did this because the protein source is fish instead of chicken. Look at reviews and do your research then make an educated decision. My advice would be to stay away from the cheap grocery store brands that are offered. I would also recommend Petflow.com as a good source for all of the top brand foods. Good luck.

 

[Ddski5]

That’s a subject in which you will have a large vary of opinions.

Some feed raw, some feed kibble. Just all kinda depends on your situation and what you are willing and capable of doing.

If you chose kibble, then there are some that are better than others. This is a good site that gives you an idea of good vs bad and the reasons why. Dry Dog Food Reviews | Dog Food Advisor

A lot of us use to feed grain free kibble until recently it was put out to the public that grain free kibble is suspected of contributing to DCM- Dialated CardioMyopathy. I switched from Taste of the Wild to 4Health Performance, others switched to Holistic, FROMM, etc... it really depends on what you and your Doberman likes, some tend to have sensitive GI systems. Mine does not care, he will eat acorns and sticks if I let him.

Search through the site for the different dog food posts. There is a lot of informative material that has been presented and discussed.

 

[Doberman Gang]

I would say a good 4-5 star rated kibble is good. I would recommend an all life stages food verses puppy or large breed. Definitely stay away from those.

 

[Antman408]

I feed raw and would never switch back to kibble. Kibbles like fast food, yeah you’ll survive on it but it’s not healthy for you. Just my two cents.

 

[C908]

That’s a subject in which you will have a large vary of opinions.

Some feed raw, some feed kibble. Just all kinda depends on your situation and what you are willing and capable of doing.

If you chose kibble, then there are some that are better than others. This is a good site that gives you an idea of good vs bad and the reasons why. Dry Dog Food Reviews | Dog Food Advisor

A lot of us use to feed grain free kibble until recently it was put out to the public that grain free kibble is suspected of contributing to DCM- Dialated CardioMyopathy. I switched from Taste of the Wild to 4Health Performance, others switched to Holistic, FROMM, etc... it really depends on what you and your Doberman likes, some tend to have sensitive GI systems. Mine does not care, he will eat acorns and sticks if I let him.
He just wants to add a little fiber to his diet.
Search through the site for the different dog food posts. There is a lot of informative material that has been presented and discussed.

He just wants to add a little fiber to his diet.

 

[Kojak]

Our breeder was sold on Bil-Jac and had used it for the past 15 years. We've kept Jaani on it, she loves it, no digestive issues and gaining weight like she should.

 

[Doberman Gang]

I feed raw and would never switch back to kibble. Kibbles like fast food, yeah you’ll survive on it but it’s not healthy for you. Just my two cents.

Body brought to you by a fast food kibble diet!!!

 

[Firestar Dobe]

My girls love and thrive on Fromm!

 

[Antman408]

Body brought to you by a fast food kibble diet!!!
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Nice looking dog. However I still stand by my statement.

 

[My2Girls]

Here are some of the brands we’ve been on:
Earthborn Holistic
Zignatures
Taste of the Wild
Fromm
Orijen
And just transitioned to Nature’s Logic

I think if you don’t have allergy issues Fromm is a great kibble. They haven’t had a recall, 4 star rated, has grain and reasonably priced.

 

[Roman the Doberman]

Wow this was really helpful thanks again I have heard raw is the way to go no matter kibble is cheaper for sure and easier thank you

 

[strykerdobe]

Wow this was really helpful thanks again I have heard raw is the way to go no matter kibble is cheaper for sure and easier thank you

All I can say is do your research and feed the food your pets do good on.

Real Raw Biologically Appropriate Foods you will get more benefits from than feeding Processed Kibble.

Anyway pet Kibbles have only been around for a little over 100yrs.

From when they first came to market I'm sure they had much better ingredients. Also there was not such an overuse of Pesticides. Which are sprayed on our plants and grains back then as they are used today! Especially Glyphosate sprayed on Corn, Wheat, Soy and other crops. Also the use of GMO's.

Now Kibbles are mostly plant ingredients and not Named Meats and Organs. Lots of foods have the first ingredient as a named meat like Chicken Meal or Beef Meal and other meals. But after that they are Grains and other plants!

For a long time I thought Champion Foods was the best food. The first 10-12 ingredients of Origen were Named Meats. But since the opening of their new plant in Kentucky a few years ago. Now they are having issues.


Now its all about boosting Protein levels using Grains and other plants.

 

[strykerdobe]

@Doberman Gang
I will be waiting for a rebuttal on what I posted and not just a rating of Funny.

 

[Antman408]

@Doberman Gang
I will be waiting for a rebuttal on what I posted and not just a rating of Funny.

Lmao!

 

[Dogs4Life]

Our breeder had their pups on 4health and we've kept Zeus on it ever since. Our rescue whom we have had and Zeus have not had any issues with it. My honest opinion is... if I had the time, energy, funds to try the raw diet I would. However, since being a little child our dogs were always fed kibble (and table scraps) and never once had any health issues, skin issues, allergies, etc... (no matter the brand of food). One lived to be around 12 yrs old and my lab was finally put down @ 17 yrs old because he was having such a hard time getting around.

Now grant it I'm talking about kibble from 30 + years ago

Just my .02

Do your research and best of luck!!

 

[AresMyDobie]

Lol I mean I can eat like shit and not gain weight, doesn’t mean I am getting anything out of it. Just means I have a better metabolism then some and I also don’t eat all that much.
Body by raw though