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Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Puppy Lamb & Chicken Meals Natural Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Puppy Lamb & Chicken Meals Natural Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

By Holistic Select 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.7 /10
Quality
6.5
Value
7.0
Design
7.0
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Quality product with digestive support
  • High incidence of diarrhea and itching issues
  • May need to monitor closely for tolerance issues

Quick Verdict

Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Puppy Food is generally well-received, especially for its digestive support and nutritional content. However, some puppies experience digestive problems like diarrhea and itching.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 40%
Would Buy Again 40%
Avg Lifespan 1 year

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Digestive Support (4)

    Helps control diarrhea and other digestive issues in puppies.

  • Nutritional Value (3)

    Enriched with vital nutrients essential for growth and development.

  • Easy Transition (2)

    Easy to transition puppies to this food without major issues.

Cons

  • Digestive Problems (4) major

    Some puppies experience severe diarrhea or digestive discomfort.

  • Intolerance Symptoms (3) major

    Invoked intolerance and skin allergies.

    Tip: Some users stopped feeding and swapped to other formula

  • Price and Value (2)

    Weight Mismatch

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Large and giant breed puppy owners — Helps to support digestion and overall health with better nutritional value and essential nutrients.

Skip If

  • Pet owners who are reluctant to deal with digestive issues — Some puppies experience severe diarrhea or digestive discomfort.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 3 months to 2 years

Factors: species, feeding stage

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.2
10 reviews
5★
40%
4★
10%
3★
20%
2★
10%
1★
30%
nutritional (3) digestion (2) digestive-issues (2)

Common Questions

Is this food good for large breed puppies?

Yes, many users report it helps with digestive issues in large breed puppies, but monitor for intolerances.

What are the common issues with this food?

Digestive problems like diarrhea and intolerance symptoms like itching.

Should I try this food for my puppy?

It depends. If your puppy has sensitive digestion, monitor closely and prepare to switch if issues arise.

Highlighted Reviews

— JWayne 5 found helpful

"After having diarrhea issues with our Great Dane puppy a Chewy representative recommended this food for our giant breed puppy, Tego. He loves it and his diarrhea is under control."

— Moenchen

"The ingredients listed are very good. However, my puppy has constant loose bowels and diarrhea from this food. I have to switch him now. We had to give him rice and chicken often and stop this food. He had normal bowel movements when we stopped it but as soon as we added the food again the diarrhea ..."

Bottom Line

Despite generally positive reviews, significant digestive problems reported by some users warrant caution and close monitoring.

6.7 /10
Average