Skinners for non-working dogs?

[Imusette]

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Hi all,

I've been looking at getting a new dog food for my 10 year old dog.

I was looking at putting him on one of these:

Autarky Adult Salmon - protein 24% fat 13.5% fibre 3%

Autarky Mature Lite Salmon - protein 22% fat 5% fibre 6.5%

Skinners Field&Trial Adult Chicken - protein 25% fat 10% fibre 2.8%

Step up naturals adult no grain chicken - protein 23% fat 11% fibre 3.5%

I know that the protein and fibre for senior dogs should be high, and they should have a lower fat content, so I was leaning towards the skinners one but with some added fibre ingredients. The fat content in the autarky senior one seems a bit low, although I suppose this could also be supplemented. Everyone's thoughts?

Thanks in advance

 

[excuseme]

Our dogs all do well on a raw diet whether they are old or young it is a diet "where one size fits all", if you want more fibre in their diet fresh vegetables can be added.
I always keep a bag of "Millies Wolfheart" on stand by for days where I forget to thaw the raw.
"Natures menu" is a convenient and clean food with no mess, it's perfectly safe and our oldies do very well on raw products.

Skinners is a very poor quality product based on, Maize, oats, Meat meal (whatever that might be? )Barley and beet pulp. None of which are of much good for our dogs whether young or old!
I would not choose this product for any of my dogs and certainly not my 2 oldies, they deserve a far better quality at their age with a higher quantity of meat. Meat being the first ingredient in the ingredients list.

Contact the "Millies Wolfheart" site for better quality foods.

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[WorkingDogFan]

If you want to feed kibble , all a working dog food tends to differ from non working dog food is fat content they normally have more fat. Also working dog food is vat free so can be cheaper as pet dog food is charged vat.

Beware lots of working dog food is marketed and made for people who want to pay as little as they can to feed their dogs and such the ingredients can be mainly grain and not much actual meat content . The whole grain vs grain free regarding DCM is on-going to my knowledge.

At 10 you can keep the same kibble as a normal adult dog but you may need to feed less depending on the dogs body condition and activity levels .

Senior dog food, like weight control food tends to have less calories per grams of weight as many people will overfeed their dogs .

 

[JudyN]

It's worth bearing in mind too that some older dogs lose weight rather than gain it... in which case senior dog foods won't be appropriate for them at all.

 

[Gazhasteeth]

Don't go near Skinners with a bargepole.
A lot of dog rescue places use it, because its VAT free and cheap.
You then get home and wonder why your newly found dog has cowpats.

 

[VeryImportantPets.Shop]

One of the most popular Skinners ranges is the Skinners Field & Trial: Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato. It has the same protein and fat content but is grain-free to support sensitivities or intolerances to grains. It's also boosted with glucosamine and chondroitin to help support their joints and essential fats for their coats. I don't work for Skinners, but to say, it's the most popular dry dog food as far as I see if you want to go with that brand.

 

[Billywhippet2018]

Akela is a great as another option too. The fish feast option is good for seniors due to the high levels of Omega-3. Great for joint inflammation.

 

[excuseme]

Our lot all eat raw food, plus various veg and fruits when available.
Whether they are young puppies or elderly , their diets are the same. The only difference being is the amount that each dog eats which means the more eaten the more protein or calcium, vitamins etc, is digested by the dog..
A bag of "Millies Wolfheart" is always available for days where I have forgotten to take meat from the freezer. I only use their low protein mixes whether it's for a puppy or an oldie. We do not experience any upset tummies from the low protein mixes no matter how unexpectedly the kibble may be used.
There are not many other kibbles that I would choose use.

 

[Zoomies supplements]

Hi all,

I've been looking at getting a new dog food for my 10 year old dog.

I was looking at putting him on one of these:

Autarky Adult Salmon - protein 24% fat 13.5% fibre 3%

Autarky Mature Lite Salmon - protein 22% fat 5% fibre 6.5%

Skinners Field&Trial Adult Chicken - protein 25% fat 10% fibre 2.8%

Step up naturals adult no grain chicken - protein 23% fat 11% fibre 3.5%

I know that the protein and fibre for senior dogs should be high, and they should have a lower fat content, so I was leaning towards the skinners one but with some added fibre ingredients. The fat content in the autarky senior one seems a bit low, although I suppose this could also be supplemented. Everyone's thoughts?

Thanks in

Hi all,

I've been looking at getting a new dog food for my 10 year old dog.

I was looking at putting him on one of these:

Autarky Adult Salmon - protein 24% fat 13.5% fibre 3%

Autarky Mature Lite Salmon - protein 22% fat 5% fibre 6.5%

Skinners Field&Trial Adult Chicken - protein 25% fat 10% fibre 2.8%

Step up naturals adult no grain chicken - protein 23% fat 11% fibre 3.5%

I know that the protein and fibre for senior dogs should be high, and they should have a lower fat content, so I was leaning towards the skinners one but with some added fibre ingredients. The fat content in the autarky senior one seems a bit low, although I suppose this could also be supplemented. Everyone's thoughts?

Thanks in advance

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[VeryImportantPets.Shop]

Hi Zoomies,

Indeed it’s wise to balance moderate protein levels with low-to-moderate fat to support their reduced activity level and potential for weight gain.

From your list, Skinners Field & Trial Adult Chicken is a solid choice because of its 10% fat, which is moderate yet not too high. You could add a bit of fibre, such as green beans or carrots, to support digestion. However, if you’re looking for higher fibre without additional ingredients, consider VetSpec SuperLite Senior Formula, which provides 7% fibre. This formula includes beneficial extras like glucosamine and omega fatty acids for joints and coat health, which are excellent for older dogs.

Another option is Lily's Kitchen Turkey & Trout Senior, which is grain-free and includes joint support. It has moderate fat (11.5%) and a balanced protein level (23%) for older, less active dogs. It also contains botanicals that may help with inflammation.

Each option has its strengths, so it comes down to whether you prefer to supplement yourself or want a more complete package tailored for senior health. For a simpler approach, Lily's Kitchen could be a convenient, balanced choice, while Skinners and VetSpec provide flexibility to tailor nutrients further.

Hope this helps!

 

[JudyN]

Don't be too quick to reduce fat content just on the basis that your dog is senior. Some dogs drop weight when they get older, and if anything need something with a bit more oomph (this was the case with my dog). One size doesn't always fit all.

 

[excuseme]

Skinners is a poor choice food, it consists of a lot of various grains and chicken Meal (whatever the Meal may be). All dogs and even our oldies deserve a better quality food.
I am sure the "Lilly's Kitchen" is a far better quality than "Skinners"
Our dogs are not designed to eat such huge amounts of grain.
Something with a larger amount of meat content and not just grains and Meal would be a far better choice !
Please take a look at the "Millies Wolfheart" site for a very nice product.