Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Petcurean. Not only are we part of their Blogger advocate program, but we also feed Rooney Petcurean dog food day. My Kid Has Paws is committed to sharing information we believe our readers will find valuable.
Petcurean recently introduced their NOW FRESH Small Breeds recipes, and this month they have added two new flavors: red meat & fish.
When I was contacted about reviewing one of the flavors, my very first question was; “Does Rooney qualify as a small breed?”
I would describe Rooney as a medium-size-dog-with-short-legs. Therefore, I am never really sure if Rooney qualifies for the “small breed” items. Petcurean was nice enough to confirm with their nutritionist that at 29 pounds, Rooney does quality to eat the small breed recipe.
If you are ever in doubt about a dog food recipe and it’s appropriateness for your dog’s breed and size, I highly recommend double-checking with the company’s standards and with your veterinarian. In this case I am very lucky to have a direct contact to Petcurean, but as a family-owned Canadian company, Petcurean is always accessible to their customer base, which I think is awesome!
As for the new recipes:
Why did Petcurean decide to formulate small breed recipes?
According to Petcurean;
“…Small Breed dogs currently represent 52 percent of the U.S. dog population.” Additionally, “As pets are increasingly being recognized as family members, pet owners are calling for more premium pet foods that reflect their own health trends,” said Jenna Fortin, Director of Marketing at Petcurean. “We developed these two new recipes to meet pet parents’ desire to nourish their companions with natural, high quality ingredients, while addressing the specific nutrition and dietary needs of small breed dogs.”
These recipes not only include 100% fresh lamb and pork or 100% fresh trout, salmon, and herring, but they also include the following:
- Coconut oil, easily digested and absorbed to promote skin and coat health, weight loss, improve cracked paws, and to increase energy.
- Egg, an ideal protein because it’s 100 percent digestible and has the ideal amino acid composition for dogs and cats.
- Parsley and peppermint, natural ingredients to promote fresh breath.
- Apples, high in vitamin C, fiber, and good for the digestive tract.
- Grain-free, gluten-free: Zero grains, gluten, wheat, beef, chicken, corn, or soy.
- Zero rendered meats, by-products, added growth hormones, or artificial preservatives.
Jana Rade
April 30, 2018 at 3:21 pmThe main nutritional differences between larger and smaller dogs are most important in puppyhood. For an adult dog, you just need to watch the amount of calories because smaller dogs have higher metabolism.
Irene McHugh
April 30, 2018 at 3:56 pmInformative post about Petcurean food. I look for whole ingredients for the meat, and avoid the meat meals. I definitely like organic ingredients because if that label has the USDA Organic sticker on there, then better standards are being met in the production of that food. I like to be able to pronounce ingredients. If I can’t pronounce something, I look it up. I also support Sue Thixton’s site by subscribing to her Petsumer’s Report. I like looking up brands there too.
Beth
April 30, 2018 at 5:27 pmPetcurean sounds like a great choice. When choosing a dog food, I look for grain free, preferring organic and easy to pronounce ingredients that are sourced and prepared in the USA. I look up a lot of brands on Dog Food Advisor too.
Debbie
May 1, 2018 at 3:47 amGlad to hear that you’re having success with Petcurean. We only do small breed food for our dogs as puppies. I’ve been told by our vet that really the only difference after puppyhood is the size of the kibble. Our 65 and 55 lb dogs eat the same food as our 25 and 16 lb dogs. It’s just easier with a pack of 4. Then we feed raw dinners and again they get the same food, just less for the little ones. Thanks for sharing your experience with this new food!
Brian Bishop
December 28, 2018 at 4:34 amgreat assortment of dog food!