Happy Dog Medium Adult Poultry, 4 kg is a complete dry food from the German brand Happy Dog for adult medium-breed dogs weighing 11 to 25 kg with normal activity. It has five protein sources: poultry, salmon, fish, lamb and haemoglobin. Fat is moderate at 12%, protein 24% and energy 363 kcal per 100 g. The manufacturer stresses that too much protein and fat combined with too little exercise harms dogs, so the food is balanced to real needs. It includes New Zealand mussel, seaweed, linseed and Natural Life Concept herbs.
What it is and who makes it
Happy Dog is made by the German company Interquell. The Supreme Fit & Vital range is sized by dog: Mini, Medium and Maxi. Medium Adult is the go-to option for most medium breeds — Spaniels, Border Collies, Beagles, Shelties and medium mixed breeds — with kibble sized for their jaws.
Ingredients and analysis
Corn, poultry protein, rice flour, poultry fat, salmon meal, fish meal, lamb protein, haemoglobin, sunflower oil, beet pulp, apple pulp (0.6%), rapeseed oil, salt, dried egg, yeast, seaweed (0.15%), linseed (0.15%), mussel meat and herbs: milk thistle, artichoke, dandelion, ginger, nettle, chamomile, rosemary, sage and thyme.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 24% |
| Fat | 12% |
| Fibre | 3% |
| Ash | 6.5% |
| Calcium / phosphorus | 1.35% / 0.95% |
| Omega-6 / omega-3 | 2.8% / 0.3% |
| Energy | 363 kcal per 100 g |
Pros
- Varied proteins. Poultry, salmon, fish and lamb give a rich amino acid profile.
- Moderate fat. 12% — no excess calories for dogs with normal activity.
- For medium breeds. Kibble and energy suited to 11–25 kg dogs.
- Mussel and herbs. New Zealand mussel for joints, herbs for digestion.
- Wheat-free. The grains are corn and rice.
Cons and what to keep in mind
- Corn comes first. There's more grain than meat in the recipe.
- Not for allergies. Five protein sources including poultry — food allergy needs a single-protein food.
- Low omega-3. At 0.3%, fish oil can be added for the skin on a vet's advice.
- Not for active dogs. Working and sporting dogs need a higher-energy food.
How much to feed
Check the daily amount in the table on the bag by your dog's weight and split it into 2 meals. Adjust by body condition: ribs should be easy to feel, with a visible waist from above. Count treats within the total. More in how much to feed a dog a day. Introduce new food over 7–10 days — see how to switch your pet to a new food.
Medium Adult or Sensible
Medium Adult is for healthy dogs without food issues. If your dog has sensitive digestion, itching or reacts to chicken, foods with one or two rare proteins from the Sensible range work better — for example, Happy Dog Ireland with salmon and rabbit or Happy Dog Neuseeland with lamb. How to read a label and judge meat content — see how to read pet food ingredients.
Activity and weight
The manufacturer focuses on moderate calories: medium dogs living in flats and walking 1–2 hours a day often get more energy from food than they use. If your dog starts gaining weight, cut the portion and add play and walks. If it loses weight under heavy workloads, it needs a higher-energy food.
Who it suits
Healthy adult medium-breed dogs of 11–25 kg with normal activity and no food allergies. Other foods are in dry dog food.
Verdict
Happy Dog Medium Adult Poultry is a balanced everyday food for medium breeds with moderate fat, varied proteins, mussel and herbs. It's grain-based, so allergy-prone and very active dogs are better off with another recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight of dog is Happy Dog Medium Adult for?
Adult dogs from 11 to 25 kg.
How much fat does it contain?
12%, with 24% protein.
Does it contain wheat?
No, the grains are corn and rice.
Is it suitable for a chicken allergy?
No, it contains poultry protein and fat.
How many calories does it have?
363 kcal per 100 g.
Can puppies eat it?
No, it's for adult dogs.
