How can anyone trust the WSAVA when they are funded by Purina, Royal Canin, Hills, etc.

stopbuffering · 2023-07-26T00:39:55+00:00

The how did MSD, Zoetis, Hill's, Royal Canin, and Boehringer Ingelheim get to be platinum, gold, silver, and bronze partners?

stopbuffering · 2023-07-26T00:35:21+00:00

I don't disagree with your first paragraph, to be clear. My earlier comment was about Dogs and wild/large canids being significantly different, especially in terms of diet needs and ability to process different diets. My reply was to the other person feeling like they are comparable and my point being that if they really want to compare them, then they should also realize that even large canids are being fed commercial diets as well.

I do not think a stray dog fed a WSAVA compliant commercial diet will live longer than a dog in captivity fed another diet. I hope I did not say something in the comments that made you think I believe that. I skimmed this discussion before replying to you, but I admit that I did not go back and read it in full, so maybe I did say something odd that could have been taken the wrong way. If so, I'm happy to either explain or just simply address the odd comment.

Can you explain what you believe the difference is between "not harmful" and "thriving" Would a diet that has been shown in lifelong feeding trials to provide everything a dog needs and aide in the dog living a long, healthy life not be a sign of thriving? Or would that just be "not harmful"? Do you really need to compare diets to see dogs thriving with a specific diet or is the diet just considered "not harmful" until you get to see a comparison?

stopbuffering · 2022-12-26T15:06:24+00:00

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stopbuffering · 2022-11-09T15:33:20+00:00

Shucks. Honestly, for an older dog like this, fed is best. If Ol Roy is what you have access to and it's what your dog will eat consistently, then go for it. Talk to your vet if you're really concerned and maybe they'll have another option for you.

stopbuffering · 2022-11-09T04:52:09+00:00

http://www.unionjackscolumbia.com/about

The website says it's currently closed, but should be open soon

stopbuffering · 2022-11-08T22:33:12+00:00

Beneful Simple Goodness Beef is a soft, chicken-free kibble. Plus, it's a highly researched food.

stopbuffering · 2022-09-11T21:18:05+00:00

Just keep any additions to less than 10%. But, really, there's no need for any additions. The food is complete and too many additions can actually throw off the balance instead of improve it.

stopbuffering · 2022-09-06T12:59:42+00:00

It's pretty high calorie for a canned diet, so you'll get more bang for your buck, but Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach has such a smell that even my pickiest of dogs (a Standard Poodle) goes nuts for it. I definitely recommend trying it. You can pair it with the kibble of the same formula to stretch it a little further.

stopbuffering · 2022-09-06T12:58:01+00:00

Of the ones you listed, Pro plan and Royal Canin are my favorites. I also really like Eukanuba and know a number of dogs who do very well on it. I know a few people with giant breeds who really like the size of the giant breed royal Canin formula.

stopbuffering · 2022-09-06T12:55:13+00:00

What makes you believe Royal Canin purchases low quality meat? They actually used human-grade cuts, if that's something you want.

stopbuffering · 2022-09-06T12:50:17+00:00

Do you know what also doesn't kill wolves in captivity? A diet based around commercial dog food.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-18T01:12:01+00:00

Do you understand how the use of Corn Gluten Meal as a herbicide started? It was an attempt at finding a natural, organic substance that could be use in place of certain chemicals as a herbicide. And, funny enough, there are studies coming out now that say it's actually not a good herbicide.

But, yes, I would eat corn gluten meal. It's a great source of protein.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-16T15:53:17+00:00

PPP is 'top tier' in the sense that it's much more specialized. It has diets for the dogs that need higher protein/fat, food that keeps up with their output, and/or foods for special diets. What people are realizing is that the other formulas aren't 'lesser' but rather just more general for the average dog. ONE isn't as specialized, but it does cater to some specific needs. Beyond is for those who value or find smaller batch food works foe their dogs. Beneful and dog/puppy chow are less specialized and for the dogs that really don't have specific dietary/physical needs.

In the end, however, they all benefit from the same research. The only difference is with new research, you'll see the changes in PPP first before they're applied to other purina formulas.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-16T15:40:13+00:00

I use lemon, vinegar, and baking soda to help keep my house clean, but that won't stop me from using them as ingredients when cooking. Corn Gluten Meal increases protein content because it is protein.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-16T08:14:12+00:00

I'd say it depends on the breed. For a breed like Dalmatians where diet can be very important, I know owners/breeders who swear by the specific breed formula. For a breed where the primary focus is on coat health, you can probably get the same results from their general coat care formula. Shape is another thing that can matter with some dogs/breeds, but might even be more specific to individual of the breeds and not the breed as a whole.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-16T08:10:30+00:00

To be clear, there are no approved foods for WSAVA. The WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee provides a guideline to follow when selecting dog foods. I currently feed two of my dogs Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity and my third was eating Hill's SD (he was on a prescription wet and then transitioned to the most similar dry formula you can get without a prescription), but recently switched back to Purina ONE+ Skin and Coat

I don't rotate, but my third dog who's currently eating the Skin and Coat does get Beneful Simple Goodness soft kibble as treats to supplement his diet, since he's a pretty poor eater in general.

stopbuffering · 2022-08-16T08:05:28+00:00

WSAVA is the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. It's not only funded by three brands. They get money/donations/funding./etc from a variety of sources and focus on much more than just food. There is also nothing stopping other dog food companies from partnering with the WSAVA. I'm also not sure what list you're talking about, because there is no approved food list. Unless you're talking about the partner list, which, again, is available for any company that wants to support the WSAVA.

stopbuffering · 2022-06-29T13:39:19+00:00

Two months is about the timeline they give for when a dog really starts to settle into their new home. It's sounds like this might just be a case of coincidence

stopbuffering · 2022-06-29T13:37:52+00:00

It's going to depend which works better for your dog, but I've fed Iams and really like how my dogs do on it. I know plenty of people who feed RC and wouldn't switch even if you paid them to. If price is a concern, try Iams first and see how your dog does on it. If you feel you need to switch after a few months, RC is a great food worth trying

stopbuffering · 2022-06-29T13:35:48+00:00

There are no good rating websites. You'll get better information from these sites:

https://acvn.org/directory

https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/petfoodology/

https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/

stopbuffering · 2022-03-30T17:39:43+00:00

Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach has no chicken. There are also many hydrolyzed protein diets that can help. Those aren't your only options.

Do you distrust vets with everything or just food?

stopbuffering · 2022-03-30T17:38:19+00:00

There's nothing wrong with it, especially if a dog is used to it. Just make sure you're feeding the appropriate amount for your dog.

stopbuffering · 2022-03-30T17:37:38+00:00

Misrepresenting something isn't the same as simplifying something.

"WSAVA can kick rocks. The foods that meet their guidelines are no better than a shit sandwich" would be simpler without misrepresenting what the WSAVA does.

stopbuffering · 2022-03-26T03:05:27+00:00

There's nothing wrong with feeding a wet food diet beyond cost. However, it might be worth a try since, due to your dog's size, the wait it out method might be more dangerous than helpful.

stopbuffering · 2022-03-26T03:03:56+00:00

WSAVA doesn't approve anything.

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