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Originally Posted by 107barney  Yes, many of the foods you listed literally end products from human food chain production after the better ingredients are bought up by the high volume companies who control the supplier resources with huge buying power. Many come from manufacturers with long lists lf problems. A five star rating from a layperson isn't helping anyone. Do you really need someone to cut and paste ingredient lists for you? Just research a company yourself and read the bag. I didn't find the comments offensive and rude... It's true... And that's why DFA is successful because he plays on the emotional needs of owners to feed their dogs the best which he erroneously claims is grounded in his stars. I have a problem with his enterprise, talk about offensive. He's the one treating people like they can't read dog food bags! How insulting!! |
Yes, I agree it's insulting to those consumers that are looking for real answers and which is exactly what I referred to in knee-jerk quick decision they are counting on with advertising gimmicks and those that follow the dentist. It's all sunshine and roses on the surface but if you look past that the entire thing begins to unravel. But if they get you on the jerk then they also get your money.
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Originally Posted by Ellie May I like Purina simply because they do put money into research, feeding trials, and hiring qualified scientists. That said, 'personally' I would not choose to feed their regular foods. Never been a fan. I would not suggest anybody feed the bottom of the line foods like Beneful. I've seen enough dogs just get by with that type of food which is not optimal for most, imo. They do have some better varieties though for those who can afford it.
I think their QC could be improved. On the other hand at least they have scientists on staff to handle these issues instead of the one vet/PhD/interested person business model. I am not sure why some of these small companies think they know enough about canine nutrition to feed the nation's dogs. Most won't even do the AAFCO feeding trial. While it may not be much it is still better than using my dogs as the guinea pigs.
Every company is in it for the money. Good incentive to do research and try to save some lives. Purina has done that for my dog with one of their rx foods. Some other companies are too busy solely thinking up ways to market their products instead of putting some effort and cash into trying to help sick dogs. |
AND......on the flipside others will market for that (again) knee-jerk consumer who believe the opinions of other consumers as being scientific bases. Jerk, jerk, jerk.....then hope "we" buy into the marketing. Some will get their degree in science and other in marketing. Be wise in your choice.