Dry Dog Food Digestive Issues Good for the Price and Ease to Availability
Nature's Variety Prairie Puppy Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Medley Recipe Dry Dog Food

Nature's Variety Prairie Puppy Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Medley Recipe Dry Dog Food

By Nature's Variety 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 80% confidence
6.7 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
6.0
Design
6.5
Function
7.5
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Most puppies love the taste and digest it well.
  • Some puppies experience diarrhea and vomiting.
  • Concerns about the brown rice in the ingredients affecting digestion.

Quick Verdict

Nature's Variety Prairie Puppy Food is generally well-received but has caused digestive issues for some puppies. Most users report their puppies love the taste and it's easy on digestion. However, there are concerns about the brown rice affecting some puppies' digestive systems.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 88%
Would Buy Again 88%
Avg Lifespan 6-12 months

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Taste (7)

    Puppies love the taste of this food.

  • Ease of Digestion (4)

    Easy on digestion for most puppies.

  • Healthy Coat (1)

    Improves the puppy's coat health.

  • Versatile Use (3)

    Can be used with different types of dogs.

  • Convenient Size (1)

    Small bites are easy for puppies to eat.

  • Positive Brand Reputation (2)

    Brand is trusted by breeders and pet owners.

Cons

  • Digestive Issues (4) major

    Some puppies experience diarrhea and vomiting.

  • Quality Control (2) major

    Concerns over the quality and safety of the product, especially one recall mentioned.

  • Not Easy to Find (1) minor

    Hard to find in local stores; availability issues mentioned.

  • Large Bag Option (1) minor

    Some users mentioned a preference for larger bags.

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ New puppy owners β€” Good for puppies transitioning to solid food.
  • β€’ Owners looking for high-quality brands β€” Brand is trusted by breeders and pet owners.

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Puppies with sensitive stomachs β€” Risk of digestive issues.
  • β€’ Those looking for easy-to-find products β€” Limited availability in local stores.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Up to 1 year

Cleaning Methods

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

Rating Distribution

3.8
9 reviews
5β˜…
67%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
11%
1β˜…
22%
easy digestion (5) tasty (7) diarrhea (4) vomiting (2)

Common Questions

Is this food easy to feed to puppies?

Yes, the kibble is a good size and is easy for puppies to eat. It can be mixed with water to make it even more appealing to picky eaters.

What happens if my puppy eats this food blablabAllaμΏ 

Digestion is mostly good and enjoying but comes few oblique problem

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Tina60 1 found helpful

"Good product puppies love it. Easy on digestion we switched off breeder feed easily with no problems."

β€” Inmaculada

"Even though my puppy pit-bull seem to enjoy eating it, it gave him very loose stool to diarrhea. He is on a low grain diet, but wonder if the brown rice may be too harsh on his system."

Bottom Line

While many puppies enjoy this food and it is easy on their digestion, the risk of digestive issues is a significant concern. If your puppy has a sensitive stomach, this might not be the best choice.

6.7 /10
β€” Good