I have been feeding my French bulldog puppy Natural Balance Organic. I notice wet stools and the puppy has some flatulence. Has anyone experienced this? Is there any other better quality food I can use for my puppy? How is Innova, Solid Gold compared to it?
Thanks for your help!
2006-09-21 07:16:00 · 9 answers · asked by Anu 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Innova/Solid Gold - which dry food formula?
2006-09-21 07:24:01 · update #1
I personally recommend Natural Balance as a good dog food to give every dog. However, their organic formula is the only one i have an issue with really. Because it is a formula based on organic supplements such as veggies and the like, they tend to give dogs gas and wet stools. I personally recommend the ones based entirely on protein as the better choce. Their Venison and Duck formulas are very good and healthy for picky eaters but if you dog just likes to eat, i'd go for the ultra formula. Its the bag with the dark blue outlines and is recommended for all ages. This is the one I use now and i've never had an issue with gas or wet stools in teh time i've used it. If you'd like, you can try Canidae Dog Food or Wellness which are just as good but also, based on a protein formula. People tried to adjust their dogs to their type of eating with things like feeding more veggies or starches than protein. Sometime, organic diets are the cause of illness. True, for humans its healtier but dogs need protein. In teh wild, wolves eat anything and everything their prey has to offer. Bones, meat, organs, etc. Their diet is practically an all protein diet. That is the way most large and medium breed dogs must be raised. Protein for them is the best ingredient you can give them. Depending what kind of dog you have, you could also try Royal Canin. They are a good company with good food. Natural Balance, Wellness, Canidae, and Royal Canin are the best ones i've seen on teh market for large breeds.
Also, you mentioned he was a pup. PUPS NEED PROTEIN ORIENTED DIETS to help them grow and develop. Sorry to sound a little too insisting, but i've seen the difference in dog foods and formulas. For a long time, all I fed was IAMS chunks to all my dogs, big and small. One day, i found Natural Balance and Royal Canin and i saw how their stools changed for the better, harder and less smelly. Also, i saw how their temperments changed and that they were less prone to infections of any kind. Also, i had one with an ear infection that would come and go regularly. With a little medicine (same one I always used before) and the new diet, he hasn't had an ear infection in years.
2006-09-21 07:37:02 · answer #1 · answered by vail2073 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Innova is a better quality, as is Solid Gold. Innova being the better of the 2. You pup might not be used to high quality food and that's what is making it gassy. Loose stool could be b/c it isn't processing the food properly, it's moving through to fast. I would give Solid Gold a shot, the stool should definately firm up on that one. Innova is great if that's easier for you to try. Both are really good foods.
I'd recommend you try Solid Gold first. Then give it some time to see if things improve to you liking.
2006-09-21 07:20:32 · answer #2 · answered by Meggz21 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually have a 3 month old frenchie too. I've had to switch her food abunch of times now but it seems like Science Diet Puppy (Small bites) seems to be working really well. Her poop isn't runny at all. I've also been soaking her food before I give it to her because she barely chews. And this type of food is meant to be given for 1 whole year so that makes things pretty easy! Hope this helps!
2016-03-17 23:39:55 · answer #3 · answered by Frank 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The protien and fat content could be too much for your pup. Also, if you just changed brands, you should gradually do it, because it can cause a digestive disruption...I will include a few links for some foods that are really good. My mom has an Old English, and she keeps him on Science Diet products, I do not care for them too much...NUTRO is good, ROYAL CANIN is good, and so is Eagle Pack. Check the fat & protein contents...do not get a high percentage..I generally go no more than 24% in Fat, and no more than 14% in protein, it keeps the stools firmer also.
Good Luck...I would also check with the vet and make sure he does not have anything wrong with him...puppies can alsways have worms, giardia, coccydia, etc..and that can cause the loose stools as well.
2006-09-21 07:57:09 · answer #4 · answered by thedothanbelle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My Aunt has a frenchie. He tends to be on the heavy side, so they feed him Iams weight control. The reason your dog might be experiencing what he is, is because the food is organic. You might want to check with your vet, maybe a science diet is ideal for him. I've never heard of Innova, Solid Gold. Food doesn't necessarily have to be 'better' quality, it just has to suit your dogs needs, and lifestyle. i also heard a food called Essex Cottage farms dog food is good for frenchies, considering it is all natural.
2006-09-21 07:23:13 · answer #5 · answered by Morgan C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you got a good solid stool, don't worry. Stay w/ur food.
2006-09-21 07:18:44 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
IAMS is all I've ever fed my pets. Vets recommend it.
2006-09-21 07:23:21 · answer #7 · answered by Lynn S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
innova is a good quality food. healthwise is good as well, that's what i feed my dog.
2006-09-21 07:51:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I use Purina ONE (the pink kind).
Seems to work great, and if you go their website you can get a coupon for a free 6lb bag.
2006-09-21 07:34:38 · answer #9 · answered by Laura 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋