Michelle W.
A sound choice of food for my dog
My 5-year-old dog likes The Farmer's Dog and cleans up her dish since I began feeding her with it about two weeks ago. When I adopted Goldie at the end of April, she was being fed a quality kibble at the shelter, and of course, I continued with that at first. However, she would eat it very slowly and chew each piece carefully, and she would come reluctantly to eat and often leave about half the portion or turn away and not eat at all. At first, I put this down to new surroundings and to not having any "competition". But when she got more comfortable with being handled, I checked her bite more closely, and she has got a marked overbite (at least 1/8 inch or slightly more); she has difficulty taking small treats from my fingers without dropping them and cannot, for example, "bite off" a bit of a slice of egg or grip it like a dog with a correct bite can. So I suspect this misalignment has made it harder for her to chew and pick up food to eat. (She also does not chew on her chews or bones for very long.) This is probably similar to someone with dental issues that make it hard for them to eat nuts or popcorn or raw vegetables and fruit like carrots or apples. Now Goldie can eat much more comfortably, eats the entire portion, and is actually looking forward to eating and even coming to ask for her meals, as much for that reason, I think, as for the appetance of the Farmer's Dog blends. She still enjoys crunchy treats, but she doesn't have to eat a bowlful of hard kibble for meals anymore. She has adjusted quickly and well with no digestive issues and is lively and happy. Fresh foods are another way people can help a pet with dental problems to eat more comfortably and get the right nutrition, as well as enjoy their food. The scheduling and packaging are convenient and the support team at The Farmer's Dog has been prompt and helpful. I'm glad I made the choice to switch to The Farmer's Dog.
Response from The Farmer's DogJun 9, 2022
This update truly warms our hearts, Michelle. While we're sorry to hear about Goldie's bite issues, it makes our day to know our fresh recipes have helped her enjoy mealtime again. Thanks for giving Goldie her forever home and letting us be a part of her daily routine!



