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Canidae is an OK brand, but seems to be more about marketing unnecessary ingredients rather than tailoring food to the dogs specific life stage. It is nutritionally adequate though, which is the most important thing. I would have to evaluate the specific product in question to have more of an opinion about it. The truth about most of these foods is that their claims usually amount to nothing more than that of a fad diet (i.e. paleo or atkins) and are not supported by sufficient evidence (even though they will make it sound like it is). As scientifically trained practitioners, us vets prefer to offer evidenced based treatment and the same goes for feeding suggestions. The most important thing on that bag is a tiny bit of writing under the guaranteed analysis called the AAFCO statement. This statement tells you what actual research went into making the product. Below is a link to an article that will help explain this more and give some other info about feeding your dog: https://
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Senior dog food formulas are lower in calories and contain less fat, protein and sodium. These may not fulfill the nutritional requirements of your dog. Furthermore, neither AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) nor the National Research Council (NRC) provides guidelines for senior dog formulas. There is NO distinction made between the nutritional requirements for adult dogs and those for senior dogs. As a result, the ingredients used in pet food marketed for ‘seniors’ is determined by the manufacturer and varies widely.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Some quality food brands that would be good options for Daisy include Royal Canin, Hill's Science Diet, and Purina One. All of these brands have good quality canned and dry options. Thanks for using Boop by Petco!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
The truth is that neither are very specific for dachshunds, or small breeds. They are both good in that they provide maintenance nutrition - which means that they are not formulated to be high in calories. The most important thing you want from a food is that it is low in calories and doesn't cause Gizmo to get obese. Lower back problems and other orthopedic problems are a concern with older dachshunds. Keeping them lean is the best way to avoid orthopedic problems in the future. I think it's fine to keep feeding him the Canidae if he likes it and tolerates it well. You will want to consider switching to a senior food when he reaches seven years of age. These diets are formulated with even less calories to match the decrease in activity that often happens around that age. For more information about finding the best food for Gizmo, I recommend you read the information at the link below. https://www.petcoach.co/article/what-to-look-for-when-choosing-your-pet-s-food/ I hope
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Senior food tends to have less calories and maybe some other ingredients to help with arthritis, but is adequate for adults. If your dogs are overweight, then I'd advise feeding the senior food. If they are all lean, then it would be fine to feed them all the adult food. There is not really a big difference, so that is the only consideration I have for determining the best formula to feed. I hope that helps and all is well with your dogs.
Updated on September 24th, 2025