[PeggyTheParti]

I think Wellness has a line of 'toppers' that are more-or less single protein, but they aren't fortified.

If you were really worried about balance, you could probably make a batch of cooked meat-and-organ -with calcium carbonate pate, and freeze it in small pieces for daily use.

But even I probably wouldn't worry about something I only use a few spoonfuls of and I am rather obsessive with balancing Annie's homecooked.

The single-serving cans of Weruva are useful when travelling, as it’s a complete meal. And it’s good for our emergency supplies. I don’t understand why Weruva doesn’t make a similar formula with other proteins.

I think the Hound & Gatos is the winner. Just need to find a local supplier.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

If you are only using it as a topper - say 10% or less of total calories - I don't think you need to worry too much about it being completely balanced. The easiest way might be just to cook up some human grade meat - ground beef or lamb or turkey - and freeze it in small quantities. That way if she doesn't like it the rest can get made into a pasta sauce!

Yeah, I’m guessing it’s even less of a concern if I’m rotating proteins and cuts. That variety provides its own form of balance.

Wonder if canned sardines would be another good option. The bones might be a nice addition to her diet.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

Not sure if you are a meat/ fish eater but I agree with fjm. When I am cooking meat or fish I put some aside specially for the dog and cook it without salt, onions etc... I also know someone who made her dog food using a crock pot or if you want to go more gourmet, I have a food saver and portion store meat in the freezer ( raw prespiced for me and no spice for pup) when I need it, I drop it in a pot and cook it sous vide.

I’m very picky about my chicken, so all the “weird” bits (bloody spots, rubbery edges, etc.) do get cut off and boiled for Peggy. But her diet is so chicken-heavy, I should really be making an effort to set aside other proteins for her. When cooking tilapia, for example, it would be so easy to add an extra fillet to my prep.

 

[Getting ready]

Looks like a good good, but it has additional ingredients like sweet potato, kale, etc.

The “meaty” version doesn’t

 

[Streetcar]

Houndgatos.com has a locator on its site. Maybe a store reasonably close to you might sell individual cans? I'd still ring a store before making a special store, as being signed up as a reseller doesn't reflect product in stocks. Which I know you know already 😉.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

The “meaty” version doesn’t

Ohhh I see it now. Thank you!

Tiki Dog™ Meaty - High Protien Diets for Small Dogs

Seems like they all contain chicken, but still a good option. Thank you! Adding to my list.

 

[Kukla the Tpoo]

Kiwi Kitchens canned food might be of interest.
This brand is sold at Pet Food Express which is a chain in California. Unfortunately, it might not be readily available elsewhere.

 

[JasMom]

Wonder if canned sardines would be another good option. The bones might be a nice addition to her diet.

Canned sardines and other fish are fine, you just have to watch for added salt. My dogs enjoy a spoonful of canned tuna on their kibble if I’m making tuna salad.

 

[Spottytoes]

I am quite interested in the Hound and Gato food as I think it will do well for my boys. Canned food with extra stuff seems to make for soft poop whereas the meat only ones don’t. I can’t seem to find it at any pet store in my area, which has a lot of pet stores! It is available online but I don’t want to buy a whole case either so I would be very interested how it works out for anyone else who tries it. PeggyTheParti, at your recommendation, we have used the Weruva chicken for quite some time for a topper or an appetite stimulant It agrees with both boys and like you, I would like another flavor. I will be interested to know what you, or should I say, Peggy thinks. Have you been able to locate any via the location finder?

 

[PeggyTheParti]

Have you been able to locate any via the location finder?

None close to us, unfortunately.

 

[Spottytoes]

I found it at one of the pet stores
close to us. 😊
Definitely different than the Weruva chicken as this is a pate but the ingredients really are good and both poodle boys liked it. It’s not particularly appetizing to look at but the dogs don’t care. 😉We’ll see how things are tomorrow in the poop department although I didn’t give them a lot. I think they will be fine because it’s just fortified beef and beef broth.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

Oooh! Nice! So glad you were able to get it and the boys were thrilled. Keep us posted on the poop situation.

 

[Spottytoes]

So far it’s totally agreed with both poodle boys and they seem to love it! I am using it as a topper. No poop problems at all.
I’m happy to have found this. Thank you, Beowoof for doing the research. I’m liking what I see with the company too. It’s a Wisconsin based company so it feels pretty local since we are in Minnesota.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

Yay! I bet Peggy’s going to love it. At the very least, she’ll appreciate the variety.

 

[PeggyTheParti]

@Spottytoes, are you still feeding the Hound & Gatos? If so, are the boys still liking it?

 

[Happy'sDad]

I’m very picky about my chicken, so all the “weird” bits (bloody spots, rubbery edges, etc.) do get cut off and boiled for Peggy. But her diet is so chicken-heavy, I should really be making an effort to set aside other proteins for her. When cooking tilapia, for example, it would be so easy to add an extra fillet to my prep.

Happy loves fish. We always set a potion aside when fish is on our menu.

 

[Spottytoes]

@Spottytoes, are you still feeding the Hound & Gatos? If so, are the boys still liking it?

I am! It’s been a great success so far.😊 Bobby has never done well with most canned dog foods. I’m not sure why as the good ones have great ingredients but for him, the meat only ones agree with his gut the best. It’s difficult to find though, as we know.

We’ve been feeding both boys the Hound and Gatos as a topper or appetite stimulant and I can be pretty generous. It’s a very sticky pate and when it’s refrigerated it is pretty solid but I have been adding a bit of water making it into thick gravy. I’ve been mixing it with their kibble for their evening meal. I’ve also fed it a few times straight from the can. They love it and so far, absolutely no tummy distress at all.
It’s totally not a “pretty” dog food in human eyes and the gravy looks gross but we have been very pleased. It doesn’t matter what I think it looks like, right? 😉

I’m grateful to have found this as it’s very difficult to find foods that work for Bobby and we have tried a lot! The one good thing that has come out of Bobby’s food fails is, that since my son’s dog can eat anything, the foods that haven’t worked for Bobby haven’t gone to waste. 😊

We have also been feeding the game bird flavor Hound and Gatos as well as the beef. They love it!

 

[PeggyTheParti]

I am! It’s been a great success so far.😊 Bobby has never done well with most canned dog foods. I’m not sure why as the good ones have great ingredients but for him, the meat only ones agree with his gut the best. It’s difficult to find though, as we know.

We’ve been feeding both boys the Hound and Gatos as a topper or appetite stimulant and I can be pretty generous. It’s a very sticky pate and when it’s refrigerated it is pretty solid but I have been adding a bit of water making it into thick gravy. I’ve been mixing it with their kibble for their evening meal. I’ve also fed it a few times straight from the can. They love it and so far, absolutely no tummy distress at all.
It’s totally not a “pretty” dog food in human eyes and the gravy looks gross but we have been very pleased. It doesn’t matter what I think it looks like, right? 😉

I’m grateful to have found this as it’s very difficult to find foods that work for Bobby and we have tried a lot! The one good thing that has come out of Bobby’s food fails is, that since my son’s dog can eat anything, the foods that haven’t worked for Bobby haven’t gone to waste. 😊

We have also been feeding the game bird flavor Hound and Gatos as well as the beef. They love it!

Fabulous news! I haven’t been able to find a way to get a single can for Peggy to try, so I reached out to the company and they offered to send me some free samples. Hooray! If all goes well, I can then order a case online.

 

[Spottytoes]

Fabulous news! I haven’t been able to find a way to get a single can for Peggy to try, so I reached out to the company and they offered to send me some free samples. Hooray! If all goes well, I can then order a case online.

Did your samples arrive and if so did Peggy try it yet?

 

[PeggyTheParti]

Did your samples arrive and if so did Peggy try it yet?

No sign of them yet!