Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 19 days old | 40 lbs
What is the best, budget friendly food i can feed my 7 month old Golden retriever? Right now he's eating Wholehearted puppy food, but it's pretty pricey. Is it ok to change brands?
1 Answer
Published on March 2nd, 2019
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Charlie. First, it is fine to switch dog food brands, but you will need to transition slowly. You should mix the foods and gradually change the proportions of old and new. This will help to prevent any vomiting or diarrhea from the the change. Next, he should eat a large breed puppy food to best meet his nutritional needs. Personally, I use Purina, Hill's, Royal Canin or Iams. These are large companies with veterinarians on staff to research and formulate their diets. They also tend to offer of a variety of products to fit different budgets. I hope this information helps!
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