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Old 12-26-2009, 04:37 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel View Post
See this thread on kibble ratings: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ing-chart.html

There are better choices out there. Get some free samples by contacting the manufacturers of the premium foods: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...e-samples.html

Personally, out of the contact list for free samples, I wouldn't ask for samples of Artemis, Canidae, or Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance --- they use Diamond as their manufacturer, which was pretty much the epicenter of the recall due to melamine contamination. They also use ethoxyquin as a preservative, which is carcinogenic.

Once they send you the samples, you can try them out on your pups and see which ones they like. It is then very simple to go to the brand's website and see who sell it in your area, or order online.

I'm feeding Nature's Variety right now. There are 5 kibble varieties of their Prairie line-up, and I think at least 2 of their Instinct (grain-free) line-up, as well as canned and raw. You can switch between them without transitioning, which will keep your pups from getting bored with their food. After mine make their way through the NV line-up, I'm going to try them on Fromm, which has a lot of variety, too.

If you don't want to go to the individual manufactures and request free samples, you can go to Lukesallnatural.com and they have a sample pack you can order for $19.99. They stuff a flat rate box full of samples, based on what you tell them you need, such as puppy, adult, or all stages, kibble size, allergy problems, etc. They've got good prices, too, if you want to order the food online.

I agree.. there have been too many issues with nutro, alot of consumer complaints regarding sick or dying/dead animals. Im sure you can google them for more info. There are alot of good quality foods out there now, you just need to find one that your pup will eat and do well on. I also agree that you need to get samples first and go from there, I wouldnt run right out and purchase a big bag untill you find one that your pup will eat.
Merrick is a good company that offers different varities and they have a grain free line also, EVO is great, as well as Orijen and Acana (same company). I am now feeding EVO and Acana, both grain free and my dogs like it. Do lots of research and check out a few different companies. Good luck!!
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