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Is it okay to switch my dog's food brands and flavors monthly?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | spayed | 5 years and 2 months old | 17 lbs

Can switch between brands and flavors monthly? I would use 5 different brands because I like these and I can't choose. Is this ok for my dog? Why or why not?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 17th, 2017

Thank you for visiting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sticking with one brand ensures your pet doesn't have stomach upset because of switching the food. So in general we recommend staying with the same food. It would be better if you would just switch flavors but stay with the same brand. I hope this helps! Take care.

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