Holistic Select Large & Giant Breed Adult Health Chicken Meal & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food
In a Nutshell
- Great for large breeds needing special diets
- Watch out for kibble dust in bags
- Delivery service is debatable.
Quick Verdict
Reviews are mixed. The food is good for large breed dogs requiring special diets and contains no empty fillers. However, there have been mentions about too much kibble dust, deliveries left by the street, and varying levels of enjoyment by the dogs.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Kibble dust too abundant
Prevention: Sieve the kibble
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Nutritional Benefits (2)
The food is rich in antioxidants, prebiotics, and probiotics, which support overall health.
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Ease of Digestion (2)
The kible supports easy digestion for large breeds that sometimes have food intolerance problems.
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Packaging (1)
The packaging is convenient.
Cons
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Kibble Dust (1) major
The kibble turns into dust too easily.
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Delivery Issues (1) critical
The delivery service sometimes leaves parcels by the street.
Tip: Put delivery preferences on your account
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Dog Enjoys (1) high
Dog stomach upset
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Smaller Size Kibble (2) critical
Kibble is to small for large dogs ipso facto dogs sometimes swallow kibble rather than chew.
Quality Trend: Declining
One review mentions 'first bag dusty', one delivery service issue
neutral
negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Large-breed dog owners — Specialized nutrients for large breed skeletal health
- • Owners of dogs with sensitive stomachs — Formula is easy to digest without empty fillers
✗ Skip If
- • Owners who prefer softer kibble — Some users report the kibble as too hard or crunchy
- • Owners with delivery concerns — There are mentions of sub-optimal delivery service that might be inconvenient
Durability & Care
Factors: storage conditions, pet's chewing habits
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Directly store in a box
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this food suitable for large breeds?
Yes, the formula is especially designed for large breed skeletal health.
How many kibble dust should I expect from the first bag?
We expect minimal kibble dust but there is plenty kibble. Sieve the kibble.
Is the delivery service reliable?
There are reports of parcels being left by the street or in wrong places.
Highlighted Reviews
"The calcium/phosphorus ratio is especially formulated for large breed skeletal development and health, important in breeds prone to hip/elbow dysplasia, Chock full of antioxidants, prebiotics, probiotics, this recipe does very well with sensitive stomachs."
"My dog has eaten this Holistic kibble for years but the first bag is full of kibble dust, Plenty of whole kibble but way too much ground-up kibble. What gives?"
Bottom Line
If you're looking for a good-quality dog food for larger breeds, this is a solid option. Run the food through a sifter if you need to avoid kibble dust.