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Horizon Complete Large Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food

Horizon Complete Large Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food

By Horizon 19 reviews analyzed Updated Jan 2024 85% confidence
6.7 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
8.0
Design
6.5
Function
7.0
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • Well-reviewed for quality and variety in ingredients.
  • Digestive issues reported by several users, including gas and diarrhea.
  • Gradual transition and monitoring recommended for new users.

Quick Verdict

Horizon Complete Large Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food is generally well-received for its quality and ingredients, but some users reported digestive issues in their puppies.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 19
Would Recommend 53%
Would Buy Again 47%
Avg Lifespan 6 months

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High-quality ingredients (1)

    Features a variety of high-quality ingredients from a Canadian source, including specific proteins, barley, and fats.

  • Variety, Nothing Missing for Puppy Grow (1)

    Complete all 30 plus nutrient from various sources of fish,dairy,bone marrow and various sources like liver.

  • Good for digestion (1)

    Good for digestion for some Puppy with sensitive stomach

  • Adequate protein source (1)

    Keeps pup full for long and keeped physique junk

Cons

  • Gassy and runny stools (4) major

    Several reviews mentioned that switching to this food resulted in excessive gas and runny stools.

    Tip: Monitoring specific ingredients.

  • Nuggets too large (1) major

    The kibble size was indicated to be too large and round, making it difficult for some puppies to chew.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews indicate a decline in quality.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Owners with specific dietary needs β€” High quality ingredients and grain inclusion.
  • β€’ Owner Looking for cost effective product within inflatitive budget β€” Effective as call eating and economic healthy choice

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners with dogs who have specific gassy and loose stool problem β€” Needs to monitor products that might increase gassy or loose stool problem.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan A few months to a year

Factors: Storage conditions, Frequency of use

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ“ Hand wash
βœ“ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ Store in a cool, dry place

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.2
19 reviews
5β˜…
42%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
5%
2β˜…
26%
1β˜…
0%
high-quality ingredients (7) good value (6) digestive issues (4) large kibble size (1)

Common Questions

Can this food cause diarrhea in puppies?

Yes, some users reported severe diarrhea(required rapid treatment) in their puppies after switching to this food.

How large are the kibbles?

Multiple reviewers complained about the kibble size being too large for small or young dogs.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” horizon 2 found helpful

"This was the only puppy food I could find that did not have the ingredient 'natural flavors' or any genetically engineered ingredients"

β€” Heidi

"Nuggets way too large (and round) even for my 4 mo English Bulldog to chew properly. After proper transition"

Bottom Line

If your dog has a sensitive stomach or specific dietary needs, consider carefully. If not, it’s a good choice overall, but be prepared to monitor for digestive issues initially. Chose other products for puppies with specific sensitivities.

6.7 /10
β€” Average