Savory Adult Dog All Breeds with duck and rabbit, 1 kg is a holistic dry food for adult dogs of all breeds. The protein comes from duck and rabbit. It also contains white rice, pumpkin, apples, salmon oil, coconut milk, chia seeds and quinoa, tomatoes, spinach, turmeric and yucca. It has 26% protein and 15% fat, with about 369 kcal per 100 g. It adds the probiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus HA-122, prebiotics and chondroprotectors, with no artificial colourings or flavourings.
What it is
Savory is a range of holistic foods developed by European animal nutrition specialists. The duck and rabbit version suits dogs of any size. The maker describes it as low-grain, with white rice as the only cereal in the description. The 1 kg bag is handy for trying the food or for a small dog.
Ingredients and analysis
Key ingredients: duck and rabbit, white rice, pumpkin, apples, salmon oil, coconut milk, chia seeds and quinoa, tomatoes, spinach, turmeric and yucca. Per kg it adds vitamin A (16,000 IU), vitamin D3 (1500 IU), vitamin E (500 mg), choline, niacinamide, biotin, zinc, iron, manganese, iodine, copper and selenium.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26% |
| Fat | 15% |
| Fibre | 3% |
| Ash | 6% |
| Calcium / phosphorus | 1.6% / 1.2% |
| Sodium | 0.4% |
| Energy | about 369 kcal per 100 g |
Pros
- Duck and rabbit. An alternative to chicken and beef for sensitive dogs.
- Low in grains. Rice is the only cereal, with pumpkin and quinoa.
- Probiotic. Lactobacillus acidophilus HA-122 for digestion.
- Skin and coat. Salmon oil and chia seeds supply omega-3.
- Joints. Contains chondroprotectors.
Cons and what to keep in mind
- No meat percentages. The description doesn't say how much duck and rabbit.
- No feeding table in the description. Check the amount on the pack.
- Fish oil. Note it with a fish allergy.
- Small bag. For a large dog, 1 kg is only a trial.
How to feed
Choose the daily amount from the table on the pack by your dog's weight and adjust for body shape and activity. Adult dogs do well with 2 meals a day. Switch gradually over 7–10 days by mixing with the old food, since an abrupt change almost always causes soft stools in sensitive dogs. Fresh water always. More on portions in how much to feed a dog a day.
Food for sensitive digestion
If your dog gets soft stools, gas, itching or red ears on regular foods, changing the protein source often helps. Duck and rabbit are less common in pet food, so reactions to them are rarer. To see whether the food suits, feed only it for 6–8 weeks with no table scraps. More on choosing food for allergies in hypoallergenic dog food.
How to tell the food suits your dog
After 3–4 weeks, look at your dog: firm stools without a strong smell, a shiny coat without dandruff, normal energy and stable weight mean the food suits. If itching, vomiting or loose stools appear, go back to the old food and talk to your vet. How to read labels and compare foods is covered in how to read pet food ingredients.
Who it suits
Adult dogs of all breeds, including those with sensitive digestion and reactions to chicken or beef, as long as there's no fish allergy. Another rabbit option for small breeds is Happy Dog Mini Irland. All foods are in dry dog food.
Verdict
Savory Adult Dog with duck and rabbit is a holistic food with unusual protein sources, few grains, a probiotic and chondroprotectors. A good option for adult dogs that don't do well on the usual chicken and beef.
Frequently Asked Questions
What meat is in Savory duck and rabbit?
Duck and rabbit.
How much protein and fat?
26% protein and 15% fat.
Does it contain grains?
Only white rice; the maker calls it low-grain.
Which dog sizes is it for?
Adult dogs of all breeds.
Does it contain a probiotic?
Yes, Lactobacillus acidophilus HA-122.
How many calories?
About 369 kcal per 100 g.
Is it suitable for puppies?
It's designed for adult dogs; choose a dedicated growth food for puppies.
