20190419 t1_j7762i7 wrote on February 4, 2023 at 4:28 PM

Reply to comment by Accurate_Zombie_121 in Overcharged: Reports detail price mistakes at Ohio’s Dollar General, Family Dollar stores by seanmcdonnellcle

Be careful of some expensive brands also. Family member was feeding their dog very expensive food and it nearly killed the dog because the food was adulterated. I think there is a class action lawsuit in the US. Not saying the cheapest food is a good idea. Just have to be careful.

Krewtan t1_j77ajyg wrote on February 4, 2023 at 4:58 PM

I would love to recommend a quality brand made in the US, but history taught me to never recommend dog food or take recommendations because no one gives a fuck what you feed your dog, just how much you'll pay for it.

Blawoffice t1_j7au2vj wrote on February 5, 2023 at 12:14 PM

Make your own is the answer. Real vegetables (unprocessed and typically raw), fresh meat, and sometimes fruit. Your dog will be much happier although it takes a bit more work preparing and storing compared to kibble.

Krewtan t1_j7bs32w wrote on February 5, 2023 at 4:59 PM

If it was my dog (and not my parents dog) I'd definitely do this. He does get protein and glucosamine and chondroitin in his treats, and a small unseasoned portion of whatever protein my parents make for supper. So he's well cared for, he's almost 3 years past his breeds life expectancy.

I've watched bengals for friends that had a home made diet, and honestly it was simple and cheap. They prepped all the meals before leaving, but they showed me how easy it was one day. A weeks worth of food for 3 cats isn't exactly cheap, but when the ingredients are bought in bulk its a little cheaper than quality canned food. I would definitely do this for a dog when I'm in a place to care for one.