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Precise Holistic Complete Small & Medium Breed Puppy Formula Dry Dog Food

Precise Holistic Complete Small & Medium Breed Puppy Formula Dry Dog Food

By Precise 15 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.9 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
7.5
Design
8.0
Function
7.0
Durability
7.0
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In a Nutshell

  • High nutritional value and shinier coats
  • Significant diarrhea issues reported
  • Kibble size too small for some breeds
  • Bag opening difficulties mentioned

Quick Verdict

This puppy food is praised for its nutrition and positive effects on the dog's coat. However, there are significant complaints about digestive issues, particularly diarrhea.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 15
Would Recommend 70%
Would Buy Again 50%
Avg Lifespan N/A

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

critical

Severe diarrhea causing discomfort and unhygienic conditions.

Prevention: Consult a veterinarian before switching to this food.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Nutritional Value (5)

    High nutritional content with good calcium to phosphorus ratio.

  • Coat Health (3)

    Noticeable improvement in the dog's coat.

  • No Allergies or Digestive Issues (3)

    No digestive issues reported in most cases.

  • Good Customer Service (1)

    Positive feedback on customer service.

Cons

  • Digestive Issues (3) critical

    Many dogs experienced diarrhea.

  • Kibble Size (3) major

    Small kibble size may be too small for some breeds.

    Tip: Consider a larger kibble size.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • First-time puppy owners — High nutritional value and positive effects on coat health.
  • • Owners switching brands due to health issues — Good transition and no allergies or digestive issues reported in most cases.

✗ Skip If

  • • Owners with sensitive digestive system puppies — High risk of severe diarrhea.
  • • Owners preferring larger kibble sizes — Kibble may be too small for larger breeds.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan N/A

Rating Distribution

4.5
15 reviews
5★
73%
4★
7%
3★
7%
2★
0%
1★
13%
Nutritional (5) Healthy Coat (3) Customer Service (1) Difficult to Open (1) Digestive Issues (3)

Common Questions

Which breeds prefer or exclude this food?

Small and medium breeds prefer it, but larger breeds might find the kibble too small.

Are there any common issues with this food?

Digestive issues, particularly diarrhea, are commonly reported.

Is this food easy to switch to?

Many users found it easy to transition to this food without side effects.

Highlighted Reviews

— Arret 1 found helpful

"My dog loves this food and her coat is super shiny! I have a 5 month old English Springer Spaniel so I got the small/Med puppy- this was very hard for her to eat. The pieces are good for a toy/small dog. I think that next time I'll get the large dog food."

— Suggy

"I have fed the Precise ADULT holistic small/med breed with no issues for a long time to our adult dogs, so i figured this "puppy formula" would be great for our new litter of puppies. Well i was wrong! Its been a mess cleaning up after them ALL the time while on this food! Diarrhea everywhere, all t..."

Bottom Line

While the food is nutritious and generally nice, the high instances of digestive problems make it a risky choice without further investigation or veterinary consultation.

6.9 /10
— Below Average

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