fuzzypigeon Posted December 12, 2010 Report Share Posted December 12, 2010 (edited) hi guys.... just a quick question about everyone choice of dog food... my 17month old black lab dog has been on eukanuba or however you spell it since i got him....which i have to say has made him develop into a moster of a dog he is huge but is a beautiful dog... but he just cant sit still on the stuff i spoke with the vet who said it is actually too good and is known as rocket fuel for dogs... ive since tried a couple of other brands (wainwrights, james wellbeloved also chudleys working mix etc) and i dont like them he wont eat them his coat doesnt look as good when i send him out to do his business the poor ****** seems to be peeing out the backend.... so should i stick with the rocket fuel or can anyone suggest another brand or type of food? cheers Paul Edited December 12, 2010 by fuzzypigeon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guest1957 Posted December 12, 2010 Report Share Posted December 12, 2010 Which flavour James Wellbeloved did you go for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzypigeon Posted December 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2010 it was the lamb and rice i think....dont have the pack anymore but 99% sure it was that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted December 12, 2010 Report Share Posted December 12, 2010 it was the lamb and rice i think....dont have the pack anymore but 99% sure it was that mix 70% rocket fuel with 30% new stuff for a couple weeks then do 50/50 then 70/30 more new ween him off the rocket fuel always worked with our dogs when changing food, a straight change upsets most dogs stomachs he will more than likely calm down abit as he mateurs aswell, if you work him alot, stick with the rocket fuel and be patient Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty Harry Posted December 12, 2010 Report Share Posted December 12, 2010 I have had 3 dogs on eukanuba and they have all done well on it. I did try my GWP on some cheaper stuff but like you say it went straight through him. I don't see the point on changing him he is doing well on it. Harry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy19 Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 I have recently changed over from rocket fuel to wagg worker complete. No change in his coat, his energy level or his backside (weened him off it in a similar fashion to TJ91). Only real difference has been in my wallet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve0146 Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 its not the brand but the protien levels. If my lurcher has anything over 21%, he goes mental. Same for the other dogs. I try to keep it around 20%. Does not matter which brand as they get a mix of bones, meat , pasta, rice and when it runs out, the biscuit. However, Dr Johns was awful for them. Switching to any new brand can cause a upset tummy but just slowly introduce it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterjester Posted December 14, 2010 Report Share Posted December 14, 2010 Got a Lab with a sensitive stomach, weened him off expensive stuff onto Dr John Gold. It's £9.50 a 15kg sack. Don't be blinded by fancy sacks, read the label. Be careful of some 'working dog' food, they can be very very high in protein, which can send the dog loopy!! Take 7 days when weaning off old food remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 Raw meat, never see wild dogs and wolves eating peas and the likes. The only thing i wont feed unless cooked is game meat (breast,legs etc) i will still feed the heart, lungs, liver etc raw, sometimes warm and steaming from the carcass as a treat . Suplement this with raw marrow bones for digestion and teeth and a few good table scraps and occasional treats also meals like tinned dog food and bags of chips so they don't become intollerant of emergency suplies and get some variety. Some of this sacked dog food looks like cattle feed (which also do great on grass by the way) also easier for the owner and profitable for the manufacturers Want a dog that don't know the meaning of quit, has a great constitution? then give it meat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P~MX Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 My dog loves Wagg food, I get it in Jollys, I brought him up on the best money could buy but I've been feedin him Wagg for 2 years and he's as fit as a good workin dog should be, although at this of year I add some good quality dog food every other night and an egg in between nights. f3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utectok Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 My vet recomended chappie complete original 20% protien easy to digest and fish oils for skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul T Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 All dogs are different and each will do well on different foods. It's just a matter of hitting on the right combination . maybe there's another Eukanuba food that's more suited to him? Personally, I feed Beta Large Breed Adult, but it's still quite high at 26% protein though my dogs do well on it. I do mix either Butchers Tripe or Chappie in with it just for a bit of extra 'meatiness'. They are well muscled and their coat has a deep gloss, so I've not complaints. Eukanuba is a good food and gave similar results, but was a bit more expensive. As others have said the key is to change gradually between foods. Cheers Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 I feed my dog Iams/Eukanuba as she does the best on it and the cheaper food made her itch. All commercial foods are balanced but the cheaper they are the more dubious the sources of ingredients are. I would warn people against raw diets as they are often not balanced for a dog's needs. Why are dogs living longer than ever before - better diet is one main reason. You can argue that meat is the 'natural' diet for a dog, but it's natural for humans too, but they only lived into their late teens back then! It's not the panacea people think it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 I feed my dog Iams/Eukanuba as she does the best on it and the cheaper food made her itch. All commercial foods are balanced but the cheaper they are the more dubious the sources of ingredients are. I would warn people against raw diets as they are often not balanced for a dog's needs. Why are dogs living longer than ever before - better diet is one main reason. You can argue that meat is the 'natural' diet for a dog, but it's natural for humans too, but they only lived into their late teens back then! It's not the panacea people think it is. sorry i think if you examine the teeth of people and dogs they are very different and are meant to deal with different foods, even wolves eat veg matter but mosly it is in very small amounts (my own GWP even picks a few blackberries in season) unless it is from the stomach of thier prey it is in small quantities. Also if the late teens was normal age for stoneage man (as i think you are refering to) the human race would have died out as fertility of the female would only allow her to raise her young for a couple of years before death. Meat is also a treat for humans living in primitive ways in the world today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzypigeon Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 cheers for the response guys i have tried weening him off it, but once there is no rocket fuel in his bowl he wont touch it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyboots Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 try mixing raw minced tripe in his meal he will wolf it down him plus you can cut back on the meal and add more tripe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGD Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 It's not the protein level. High protein = Hyper dog = not true. The type of protein is far more important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GW80 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I'm feeding Chudleys working crunch and also mix some raw tripe twice a week and find this to be a good combo during the working season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 It's not the protein level. High protein = Hyper dog = not true. The type of protein is far more important. Go on then, explain the protein types and the effects Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGD Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Go on then, explain the protein types and the effects You feed raw don't you? Protein probably between 40 and 60% and your dog's not hyper. So why are we talking about the difference in protein levels of between say 18 and 30% in kibbles making dogs hyper? http://www.bunnieseatgrass.com http://seespotlivelonger.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 You feed raw don't you? Protein probably between 40 and 60% and your dog's not hyper. So why are we talking about the difference in protein levels of between say 18 and 30% in kibbles making dogs hyper? http://www.bunnieseatgrass.com http://seespotlivelonger.com Sorry i thought i was about to learn of different "types" of protein i understand that few things are 100% protein but was puzzled by the mention of types of protein Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazco2121 Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 dog food reveiews Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pheasant Plucker Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 (edited) Without a doubt, Hills Science Plan is the best on the market with good quality protein, but very expensive. Its worth a try but any change of feeding must be gradually introduced. Cheaper brands are full of ballast and other unmentionable products to "beef up" the bulk. You only get what you pay for and dog food is no exception. Edited December 21, 2010 by Pheasant Plucker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudgun666 Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 had a similiar problem with my ess weaned her off proplan on to autarky spring,(she's the most laid back springer i've ever seen).she's doing well on autarky and the you could smash windows with her poops now,maybe try and avoid foods with wheat in,they dont suit my dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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