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I thought this might be the best section for it rather than Dog Food.
My little Ori is coming home in 3 weeks, and I've been looking around for the right things for him. Especially in the food department so he's happy and healthy.
I've never owned a purebred from a pup before, so I'm a little lost. I went to the local pet store to ask for some advice, and they pointed their reccomendations to the only two brands they sell. For only a small-sized bag and premium quality, it was $45.
Normally, I'd say no problem, whatever the cost, however, I'm on an extremely low income, and I can't afford that much. I told them this, and asked if perhaps a brand like Pedigree from the supermarket would be ok, but they told me Pedigree contains way too much carbohydrates and bloats their stomach rather than gives them the nutrients in the premium brand.
Is this true? And if anyone knows what the best way to feed a Golden Retriever puppy on a low budget with supermarket brands? I'd much rather give him Pedigree, I know the brand, it's affordable for me, and according to the breeders, they've been ok with it (though they have also been mix and matching a few brands seeing as some brands aren't always available since they live out in the country). I'm just a little concerned that it might not be good for him and there might be another brand I can go to that's in my price range.
My little Ori is coming home in 3 weeks, and I've been looking around for the right things for him. Especially in the food department so he's happy and healthy.
I've never owned a purebred from a pup before, so I'm a little lost. I went to the local pet store to ask for some advice, and they pointed their reccomendations to the only two brands they sell. For only a small-sized bag and premium quality, it was $45.
Normally, I'd say no problem, whatever the cost, however, I'm on an extremely low income, and I can't afford that much. I told them this, and asked if perhaps a brand like Pedigree from the supermarket would be ok, but they told me Pedigree contains way too much carbohydrates and bloats their stomach rather than gives them the nutrients in the premium brand.
Is this true? And if anyone knows what the best way to feed a Golden Retriever puppy on a low budget with supermarket brands? I'd much rather give him Pedigree, I know the brand, it's affordable for me, and according to the breeders, they've been ok with it (though they have also been mix and matching a few brands seeing as some brands aren't always available since they live out in the country). I'm just a little concerned that it might not be good for him and there might be another brand I can go to that's in my price range.