Eukanuba?? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

marycrank83 · 10-13-2007, 05:51 PM

I would like some opinions about Eukanuba dog food. I have read so many threads on dif foods and diets and i am curious if this is a good one or full of fillers--??? I really thought it was one of the best and it reads all natural ingredients with added vitamins and minerals and amino acids. But now after reading so many threads i am having some doubts.
Corn meal is the third ingred. and the fourth is ground whole grain. He likes it and i also feed him boiled chicken and steamed carrots and bananas....

Suzy · 10-13-2007, 06:55 PM

I fed Eukanuba when I first got Emma. After I found out what was really in it, I stopped feeding it right away. I switched to Blue Buffalo which is holistic and is much better quality-and available at Petsmart! I now feed homemade meals to my dogs, and give a little BB kibble from time to time.

Check out the different foods at http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/

Most YT members agree that a 4-5 star food is best for yorkies. 6 star foods are too rich for our small companion dogs, and are best for large working breeds. You'll find that Eukanuba is rated low on the list, and it gives reasons why by particular variety.

yorkiekist · 10-13-2007, 07:11 PM

I fed Iams Eukanuba for years until I found Chicken Soup. I also like Blue Buffalo.

marycrank83 · 10-13-2007, 08:43 PM

Wow - I just went to that site. Thanks... i am surprised and i want to change and now know what to look for in the ingred. I just cant get over how popular Eukanuba is with whats really in it!!! My 7 year old chihuahua has eaten it his whole life--yuk!

oopsmyhalofello · 10-13-2007, 08:52 PM

I'm still very up in the air on what I want to feed. Bella came to me eating ceasars puppy soft food and I can't remember what dry kibble but not a great one. I first switched her to Eukanuba and then found it wasn't a great food so decided to try Royal Canine and she ended up with awful stomach upset from it so I weaned her back on the Eukanuba because I know she handles it well. I'm really afraid to switch her up again at this point because he had the most awful poops with blood in them from the RC

Suzy · 10-14-2007, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by marycrank83

Wow - I just went to that site. Thanks... i am surprised and i want to change and now know what to look for in the ingred. I just cant get over how popular Eukanuba is with whats really in it!!! My 7 year old chihuahua has eaten it his whole life--yuk!

You're welcome-someone recommended that site to me when I first joined YT, and it certainly has helped me make decisions on what and what not to feed my dogs! I always pass it on to other people who have or are getting new dogs too, so that they can make the best decision about what to feed their pets.

I'm not sure which foods are available in your area, and what will be best for your dog, but you may have to try a couple until you find one that works best. Many YT'ers feed Royal Canin, Canidae, Chicken Soup, and Merricks. I researched many of those brands, and then made my decision to go with Blue Buffalo when I fed kibble all of the time. I think they are all great foods, and that there are pros and cons to each of them. Ultimately you have to find what your dog likes, does well on, and is available in your area at a price point you can afford.

Suzy · 10-14-2007, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by oopsmyhalofello

I'm still very up in the air on what I want to feed. Bella came to me eating ceasars puppy soft food and I can't remember what dry kibble but not a great one. I first switched her to Eukanuba and then found it wasn't a great food so decided to try Royal Canine and she ended up with awful stomach upset from it so I weaned her back on the Eukanuba because I know she handles it well. I'm really afraid to switch her up again at this point because he had the most awful poops with blood in them from the RC

Sorry to hear Bella wasn't doing well when you switched her food. You may want to request samples from some of the brands you are interested in feeding her. Most companies will send you free samples if you ask. That way, you can see how she does on it, and then make your decision on the new food after trying it. Also, remember to mix the old food with the new food-they don't tolerate a quick change in foods well, so be sure to do this gradually: Maybe 1/4 new to 3/4 old for 1 week, then 1/2 and 1/2, then 3/4 new and 1/4 old, until you can feed entirely new food. If at any point you see signs of stomach upset, go back to the step before for another week, and then try moving up again.

Mayas Mommy · 10-14-2007, 08:44 AM

... wow this is interessting. I have been feeding Puppy Eukanuba for 7 months now and I mix in some canned Food for her cause she is so tiny and I want her to gain some weight. She weighs ONLY 2.5 pounds. I heard as soon as she turns 1 I can try to slowly switch her to other food - right ????

s13silviagirl · 10-14-2007, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Mayas Mommy

... wow this is interessting. I have been feeding Puppy Eukanuba for 7 months now and I mix in some canned Food for her cause she is so tiny and I want her to gain some weight. She weighs ONLY 2.5 pounds. I heard as soon as she turns 1 I can try to slowly switch her to other food - right ????

Yep, when she is one she can be switched over to adult food.

Suzy · 10-14-2007, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by s13silviagirl

Yep, when she is one she can be switched over to adult food.

Check with your vet-depending on weight and how your puppy is growing, some vets give the OK for adult food or 1/2 puppy and 1/2 adult food when puppies are 8-9 months old.

jean1995 · 10-15-2007, 01:37 PM

We are getting a 9-week old puppy who has been fed Eukanuba. Is it still necessary to transition a young puppy to a healthier food so slowly?

spruitt7 · 10-15-2007, 01:42 PM

Whats bad about Eukanuba?? It was vet recommended for my puppy. Now that you guys have said its bad, I might want to change it.

SevenGirl · 10-15-2007, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Suzy

I fed Eukanuba when I first got Emma. After I found out what was really in it, I stopped feeding it right away. I switched to Blue Buffalo which is holistic and is much better quality-and available at Petsmart! I now feed homemade meals to my dogs, and give a little BB kibble from time to time.

Check out the different foods at http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/

Most YT members agree that a 4-5 star food is best for yorkies. 6 star foods are too rich for our small companion dogs, and are best for large working breeds. You'll find that Eukanuba is rated low on the list, and it gives reasons why by particular variety.

Definitely check out this website. We feed Bella Canidae and have been very happy with it. She is 16 weeks and I am pleased that it is a food that can be eaten by puppies as well as adults. That way I don't have to switch her and worry about upset tummies.

marycrank83 · 10-15-2007, 01:58 PM

Spruitt7,
I went to this dog food site and looked up what actually is in Eukanuba
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/
Check it out--- i was very surprised.
I am going to request a few samples and see which my babies do well on.
Thank You all for all the great info...

Suzy · 10-15-2007, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jean1995

We are getting a 9-week old puppy who has been fed Eukanuba. Is it still necessary to transition a young puppy to a healthier food so slowly?

I would surely recommend it! Your puppy will probably be healthier if you change to a more quality food sooner, in my opinion.

10-13-2007, 05:51 PM	#1
marycrank83 YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 255	Eukanuba?? I would like some opinions about Eukanuba dog food. I have read so many threads on dif foods and diets and i am curious if this is a good one or full of fillers--??? I really thought it was one of the best and it reads all natural ingredients with added vitamins and minerals and amino acids. But now after reading so many threads i am having some doubts. Corn meal is the third ingred. and the fourth is ground whole grain. He likes it and i also feed him boiled chicken and steamed carrots and bananas....

10-13-2007, 06:55 PM	#2
Suzy 2 Pups=Double Trouble! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 6,581	I fed Eukanuba when I first got Emma. After I found out what was really in it, I stopped feeding it right away. I switched to Blue Buffalo which is holistic and is much better quality-and available at Petsmart! I now feed homemade meals to my dogs, and give a little BB kibble from time to time. Check out the different foods at http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/ Most YT members agree that a 4-5 star food is best for yorkies. 6 star foods are too rich for our small companion dogs, and are best for large working breeds. You'll find that Eukanuba is rated low on the list, and it gives reasons why by particular variety. __________________ Suzy Emma & Milli What's better than loving a yorkie? Loving two yorkies! Milli 's Remi!

10-13-2007, 07:11 PM	#3
yorkiekist YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: HOT, HOT, HOT AZ Posts: 3,150	food I fed Iams Eukanuba for years until I found Chicken Soup. I also like Blue Buffalo.

10-13-2007, 08:52 PM	#5
oopsmyhalofello Just Pawz Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Liverpool, NY Posts: 1,827	I'm still very up in the air on what I want to feed. Bella came to me eating ceasars puppy soft food and I can't remember what dry kibble but not a great one. I first switched her to Eukanuba and then found it wasn't a great food so decided to try Royal Canine and she ended up with awful stomach upset from it so I weaned her back on the Eukanuba because I know she handles it well. I'm really afraid to switch her up again at this point because he had the most awful poops with blood in them from the RC __________________

10-14-2007, 08:44 AM	#8
Mayas Mommy ..... and BLAIR'S too ...... Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 3,190	... wow this is interessting. I have been feeding Puppy Eukanuba for 7 months now and I mix in some canned Food for her cause she is so tiny and I want her to gain some weight. She weighs ONLY 2.5 pounds. I heard as soon as she turns 1 I can try to slowly switch her to other food - right ???? __________________ I LOVE MY LIFE AS A MOMMY AND A WIFE

10-13-2007, 08:43 PM	#4
marycrank83 YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 255	Wow - I just went to that site. Thanks... i am surprised and i want to change and now know what to look for in the ingred. I just cant get over how popular Eukanuba is with whats really in it!!! My 7 year old chihuahua has eaten it his whole life--yuk!

10-15-2007, 01:37 PM	#11
jean1995 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 8	We are getting a 9-week old puppy who has been fed Eukanuba. Is it still necessary to transition a young puppy to a healthier food so slowly?

10-15-2007, 01:42 PM	#12
spruitt7 Donating YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 944	Whats bad about Eukanuba?? It was vet recommended for my puppy. Now that you guys have said its bad, I might want to change it.

10-15-2007, 01:58 PM	#14
marycrank83 YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 255	Spruitt7, I went to this dog food site and looked up what actually is in Eukanuba http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/ Check it out--- i was very surprised. I am going to request a few samples and see which my babies do well on. Thank You all for all the great info...