Jenny asks…
Holistic dog food? good or bad?
I used to feed my 2 dogs Iams canned dog food and found out it is garbage…all by-products. I always thought Iams was one of the best, now I don’t think so when compared to pet store brands. I recently put them on Holistic dog food and they love it, they don’t turn their noses away. Holistic dog food…No by-products. So does anybody know what “Holistic” means and was it a good decision?
vti answers:
The word Holostic is being misused in this term.holistic means body.mind and spirit.
Iams is not that bad, but it definitely isnt the best, its alot of corn and grains an YES some byproducts ARE bad,contrary to what ratlover says, if the by products ARE NOT SPECIFIED, for example it says animal liver, or meat byproduct, these are very general terms, animal or meat can mean the scraps came from ANY animals under the sun, roadkill, cow, chicken, horses, pork, the 4 D animals (dead,dying,disease,disabled). However if it says, beef byproduct, that is really not that bad, because it specifies what animal the organs, sinews, etc etc came from. The only problem with by products is that it is hard to specify what quality the byproduct are. It could be poorly handled or low quality (the 4 d animals). So there is no law that is monitoring the quality of the byproduct in your pet food. Its better to avoid byproducts, and if you choose to feed other than muscle meat(liver,tongue,stomach,) then buy it from a butcher where you can monitor how quality the meat is. Also lower quality food such as Iams, Eukanuba, tend to use more artificial color and additive which may or may not be carcinogenic. Some lower quality food add synthetic vitamin K (menadion) to pet food. There is no conclusive evidence that this additive is necessary or even beneficial yet some companys still add it to their food. It is speculated to be a possible carcinogenic additive.
I would rather be safe than sorry. So i feed my animals low grain, real meat products like Wellness,Evo, etc.
I think you made the right choice.
Carol asks…
Holistic Dog Food?
I have a 50 pound English Pointer, he is 2 years and 3 months old on the 9th. He is very active and has a high metabolism. He is considered a large dog and I’ve heard from 3 vets that Eagle Pack is going to be the best dog food I can get. What do people think? I want the best for him. If this is one of the best foods and I end up ordering some, which type should I buy? Ranger (my dog) is active, but not a working dog, he is also a large dog but he also has a small rash/allergy on his tummy. I can’t afford to buy all 3 and mix, I can only afford to buy one type seeing as I turn 16 on the 9th and I haven’t been able to show up at work due to traveling. Within the next month I should have more money, but I still can’t afford to buy all three, maybe two. So, as of now I need to know:
The recommend holistic dog food (experience)
Which type to buy
Where to buy it
Approx. how much it cost for a bag about15 pounds (give or take)
And I am open to anything else that will help THANK YOU
vti answers:
Here is some useful info for your question.
Dogs are natural hunters and carnivores. Although a dog has been domesticated for thousands of years, its internal digestive system has remained virtually unchanged – a very short intestinal tract geared to the consumption and digestion of raw meat. The balanced raw meat dog food diet is becoming the new standard.
Better in the Raw Dog Food is a human grade dry ingredient pre-mix for preparing a balanced canine diet. No grains of any kind are used. Just add meat and water. For convenience, the finished product can be frozen as individual portions for storage and thawed as needed.
THE COST TO FEED THIS WHOLESOME DIET IS $2.00-$3 PER DAY FOR A 50 LB DOG – BASED ON FEEDING 1 LB PER DAY.
The resulting food is a complete and balanced diet for dogs of all ages. When feeding Better in the Raw Dog Food, no additional food or vitamin and mineral supplements of any kind are required. Treats, of course, are the exception.
Nutrients present in these fresh ingredients are easily absorbed, thereby helping to alleviate your pet from dietary influenced diseases that may be caused by commercial pet foods that may be deficient in key nutrients.
List of benefits:
Weight Control
Clean teeth and gums – tartar disappears
Increased mental acuity
Less water consumption
More lustrous coat
Anal gland impaction alleviated
Increased energy
No more dry, itchy skin, hot spots or alopecia
Increased muscle mass
Ear problems alleviated
Less backyard cleanup
Most allergies disappear
No doggy odor
Fewer Veterinary bills
Order online at:
http://www.knowbetterdogfood.com/products/ca.order1.php
John asks…
Questions regarding Holistic Select dog food?
I was wondering if anyone on here has ever fed Holistic Select brand dog food? I was at Pet-Co and they had it on clearance canned for $0.20 each so I got a case of 12 for $2.40 not expired good until 2014 it was the puppy formula. I have a $10.00 off coupon and I was wondering if any one has fed it to their dogs before its $15 a small bag at Pet-co. Is it any good?
If any of you want an coupon send an message with your email and I will send it.
Is Eagle Pack and Holistic Select the same?
http://www.petco.com/product/114112/Holistic-Select-Nourish-Puppy-Health-Anchovy-Sardine-And-Chicken-Meal-Recipe-Puppy-Dry-Dog-Food.aspx?CoreCat=SBB
I also Feed Canidae lamb and rice formula to my adults
vti answers:
Holistic Select is a highly reputable brand of dog food, often times it is used for dogs with certain food allergies, and if I remember correctly is actually processed at a human quality. One thing to keep in mind when doing research on dog food is to look at what recalls a company has had, look into everything even if it is a recall due to minerals. And look for dog food that doesn’t just meet the quality standards of the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) but food that has also been used in tests to ensure that the food meets the needs of dogs and doesn’t just have the ingredients that should meet the needs. I personally use Royal Canin’s Breed specific dog food, I switched a few months ago from Holistic Select and Love the Results I’m seeing. Good luck in your search.
Joseph asks…
Whats Holistic Dog Food?????
to me its sounds like a major scam…..
vti answers:
Holistic just means it covers everything – generally medical as well as psychological wellbeing. It means looking at every aspect….. It does NOT nessecarily mean “natural”, however, it has been associated with natural therapies in humans lately – this again, is just a putting a new spin on things to make it sound healthier to draw people in.
To name a dog food “holisitic” is just another marketing ploy – there is no regulation on what can be called “holisitic” and what can not.
Did you know there are only about 8 companies in the US that make dog food? They simply market it under hundreds of different brands, which is only a name change to focus on certain parts of the community so they have a wider range of people that will buy their product.
Essentially, while its totally legal, yes, its a scam. Its aimed at people who dont know any better.
Any good quality regulated dog food is fine for your animals -…. Ask a vet which brands are best if unsure.
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Lizzie asks…
Holistic Select dog food?
Who here feeds Holistic Select dry food? How long have you used it for? Are you a dog owner, breeder? What results have you experienced with coated dogs in particular? I have put one of my dogs onto this as it has a single meat protein and his tummy can be upset by chicken. He is doing really well so far, but it’s too early on to notice changes in coat etc. He was previously on Artemis but his coat isn’t up to scratch and he doesn’t like eating it.
Should mention that I am in Australia. I can’t get a lot of the foods in the US. I also don’t want a grain free because my dog does not do well on it. I am happy with my choice of Holistic Select so please no other suggestions. I just wanted to hear of experiences people have had with Holistic Select
vti answers:
Hello. I’m using different dog foods every 1 month (since a pack of dog food only stay for 1 month or less). Because my dog is so picky that’s why I always buy him a new dog food. Holistic is one of the most suggested dog food for your dog/s. I can’t find any negative feedbacks about Holistic Select. Btw, I’m a breeder. My dog’s coat is just normal as it is. If you’re worried about your dog, I would recommend you Canidae.
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