How To Determine The Best Food For Your Dog
Hey, we get it. Comparing dog food brands to determine which is best for your dog can be confusing. Especially since so many companies are screaming in your ear, telling you to buy their products.
This brand comparison chart will help you cut through the clutter and make the choice that’s best for you and your dog. This chart tells you what really matters-the ingredients in your dog’s food, Not the brand name or pretty picture on the front of the bag.
Bottom line: Just because the bag has a well-known, popular brand name or cute image of a dog, doesn’t mean it has quality food inside. Buyer beware!
“I’d like to say apart from Being reasonably priced my dogs are very healthy & happy so I’m glad you made such a great product for Australian dogs to enjoy- don’t stop!”
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Price Per Kg When Comparing 15 Kg Bags Learn More
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>32% Protein Min Learn More
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Always Has 2 Or More Animal Protein Sources Learn More
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Always Includes Veggies And Fruit Learn More
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Never Has Any Grains Not Even Rice Or Oats Learn More
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Always Has DHA And EPA As The Omega-3 Source, Not ALA Learn More
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When comparing prices it's important to take into consideration the size of the bag. Smaller bags cost more per kg due to a more intensive labour element. It is more important to take ingredients and quality into consideration not just price per kg. Don’t fall for the big brand hype. Also, if shipping is included in the price.
Dogs are considered carnivores because they have a short intestinal tract that allows them to digest Meat efficiently, yet it doesn’t allow them to digest plant matter too well, unlike herbivores who have a very long digestive tract. Because amino acid profiles contained in animal and plant proteins vary, It’s important to know that ANIMAL PROTEINS are considered “Complete” proteins for dogs and cats, while PLANT PROTEINS are considered “Incomplete” proteins. Proteins are the building blocks of life, and that’s why it is so important to feed your dog with foods based on Animal Protein.
In place of high-glycemic grains such as rice, wheat and corn, Biologically Appropriate dog foods use fruits & vegetables. Fruits & vegetables contain health-boosting vitamins, minerals, fibers and other substances called phytochemicals, in natural, more biologically accessible form
Dogs are considered carnivores because they have a short intestinal tract that allows them to digest Meat efficiently, yet it doesn’t allow them to digest plant matter like grains. Unlike herbivores that have a very long digestive tract that is designed to eat grasses and grains. Grains are not an appropriate protein source and also are thought to be one of the main culprits in some dogs with allergies.
Basically, there are three different types of Omega-3. DHA and EPA are (Long Chain FA) animal source Omega-3s like in fish oil. The 3rd, ALA, is a (Short Chain FA) plant source omega-3 found in Flaxseed, Canola, and Soy Oils. ALA must be converted to DHA or EPA before it is of any nutritional value to a dog. As dogs have not evolved to do this conversion, ALA Omega-3 from plants is considered "inactive" and not Biologically suitable for dogs or cats.
There are many imported and Australian made dog foods that are owned by large overseas companies, meaning a lot of your dollars spent leave our wonderful country. If you can find an Australian Made and Owned dog food that satisfies your dogs needs you will be helping more Australians with jobs and the taxes of these Australian companies will stay on our shores.
Every Caring Dog Owner MUST Know When Buying Their Dog’s Food!
The Very Best Food For Your Dog!
Stay Loyal boosts energy and improves your dog’s muscle tone with more protein than a steak-up to 32%! We also safeguard your dog’s immune system and protect against inflammation. Our formulas contain Omega-3 fish oil and have zero grain.
An extra benefit for you: they’re so nutritious, you feed your dog less!
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The second day we brought our pup home she was hospitalised for 10 days with what we assume was parvo!! She has been eating Stay Loyal since she got home. That was 6 years ago. David was so helpful, especially in those first few months. I can’t recommend highly enough.
We have used your product for over a year now and loving it.
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I am one of the many happy and relieved customers because their furbies are now living a healthier life. Before I adopted my rescue dog he suffered EXTREME allergies resulting in him scratching most of his fur.... after thousand of dollars on constant tests, injections and a multitude of tablets we found that he was VERY allergic to grain and grain dust. It took me a very long time and heartache to find food for him....then I found you...OMG...(he will be on two lots of cortizone for the rest of his life) your dry food is awesome, it took a little while but he stopped scratching and is SOOOO must happier. Thank you for sticking to your word about your product being....GRAIN FREE....there are some furbies like mine who need honesty....first pic...when handed in....next....after four years of medication and then your food we have a very handsome boy....THANK YOU so much to all of you
Bruce has been enjoying your food for a few years now. Still drools twice a day when I serve it up to him. Kind regards
After using your dog dry food my dog is in perfect condition. Her coat is nice & shiny and weight is perfect plus she is keen to eat your dry food. On my last order you sent a pack of Joint Health Treats of which she loves. I have been plugging your dog food at my local Vets… Hopefully they will contact you. I believe you now keep a stock here in Adelaide now which is fantastic! Just keep up the good work and it is a pleasure doing business with you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, when you change over to any food its best to change gradually, monitoring the stools as you go.
Yes, it is made with small dogs in mind being a small kibble size, however any size adult dog can eat it.
This depends on the breed. Most medium to large breeds between 25kg and 60kg fully grown will stop their rapid growth stage between 8 to 10months so it is best to transition then, while at the same time moving to adult portions which are smaller by weight than the puppy portions. Great Danes take the longest to grow and can be in the rapid growth stage for up to 2 years, so transitioning around 18-24 months would be recommended.
My dog is fussy, which food would you recommend?
Large and giant breed pups are different because they cannot regulate how much calcium they absorb so need less calcium than smaller breeds.
For a full explanation go to our blog article --> https://stayloyal.com.au/is-your-large-or-giant-breed-puppy-getting-too-much-calcium/
There is no particular formula for fussy dogs as any product would be suitable. We recommend trying our Fussy dog feeding guide, because often the dog is fussy due to incorrect feeding techniques that promote fussiness rather than them not liking the food and if done correctly will work for your dog.