10 Best Foods for Labradors

Opens the top ten inexpensive feed A meal that has earned the attention of breeders with a balanced composition. It is ideal for those who are looking for quality, but not too expensive food for a Labrador Retriever. The manufacturer uses natural fresh ingredients, adds Omega 3 and 6, vegetable oils and cereals. The positive effect on the pet's body is noticeable in the shiny coat and healthy skin. The granules have the property of a brush, effectively cleaning the teeth. The formula is enriched with D vitamins, necessary for healthy ligaments and cartilage. 

The reviews write that after switching to this dry feed digestive problems disappear. Labradors love the taste and are looking forward to the next batch. The firm exists for a long time, it is checked up by time. It contains many useful ingredients. However, the cheapness is due to herbal ingredients.The manufacturer added an impressive dose of cornmeal and similar ballast products, which are of no use.

Eukanuba Breed Specific Dry Dog Food For Labrador Retriever is considered one of the most balanced dry food in its class, it supports the health of internal organs, fills animals with energy. Meat comes first. At the same time, you do not need to feed your pet with vitamins, the manufacturer has already added everything you need. L-carnitine supports the work of the heart, promotes fat burning. Glucosamine and sulfates are responsible for joint health. Vitamins of group E are excellent conductors of other substances.

Breeders in the reviews advise food, saying that one pack replaces several nutritional complexes. The composition is enriched with Omega 3 and 6, which preserve the shine of the coat. Granules clean teeth, prevent the development of caries. Dry food contains antioxidants, removes toxins from the body. However, the protein is chicken and is not suitable for Labrador Retrievers with allergies. Nutrition is shown to animals from a year old.

German balanced dry food created specifically for most large dogs. This version is for adult animals, there is an option for puppies. The composition is enriched with shellfish extracts, fatty acids, minerals that prevent the destruction of cartilage. This is especially important for Labrador Retrievers.retrieverswhose joints bear heavy loads.In the first place in the composition is poultry meat (from 20%), then there are fats and slow carbohydrates. Although the origin of many of the ingredients is not stated, the description could have been more detailed. 

The reviews write about high-quality energy sources: rice and barley. Beet pulp makes up for the lack of fiber. Vitamins and minerals have been added, but complementary foods will not hurt. However, there is not much protein, so the food is not very suitable for puppies and nursing. The composition is comparable to competitors in quality, but there are allergenic components. The manufacturer has few taste options, sooner or later the dog will get tired of the diet.

Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Adult offers balanced nutrition at an affordable price. Dry food keeps Labradors at a healthy weight with the right amount of calories. The shape of the granules prevents the rapid ingestion of food, saturates. Nutrition supports joints and bones, gives the coat a healthy sheen. The composition is enriched with fatty acids that enhance the protective functions of the skin.

The reviews write about a balanced complex of antioxidants that prevent cell aging. In the first places in the composition are rice, poultry proteins and animal fats. The optimal ratio of nutrients not only supports health, but also is very popular with dogs. The texture is adapted to the structure of the Labrador's jaws. The amount of protein exceeds 30%, fats more than 10%. At the same time, there are not so many useless fast carbohydrates.

Thanks to its low price, wide popularity and 17% beef in the first place, Purina ONE dry food has become one of the most sought-after representatives of the economy class. The diet has received more than a thousand positive reviews in RuNet. Moreover, it is sometimes compared to the premium class due to its relatively reasonable proportion of corn. Separating the ingredient into corn and corn grits makes it difficult to determine the exact percentage, but the location in the composition suggests that it varies from 20% to 29%. A good indicator for the budget class, if the pet is not prone to allergic reactions and normally tolerates maize. But there are still a lot of cereals in the feed.

Wheat is already in second place, and flour from it is in fifth, right after poultry protein. However, the diet is not devoid of useful supplements. It contains dried egg white, fish oil and mineral supplements. In general, many call it a good budget option, but it is rarely suitable for dogs with poor health.

Monge Dog Maxi Puppy&Junior deservedly considered the best choice for puppies age from 20 days to a year. It is suitable for pregnant and lactating Labradors. The manufacturer has increased the protein and fat content to ensure the healthy development of the animals. The formula is developed taking into account the fast metabolism of a young pet. Dogs develop muscles, and calcium and phosphorus help develop bones and joints. Food is considered one of most soft, does not irritate the intestines. 

AT reviews note a good amount of L-carnitine, which is responsible for metabolic processes in the muscles.Mention the balanced composition, praise the amount of vitamins and minerals. They write that even picky puppies eat dry food with pleasure. There are no dyes or preservatives in the formula. Only the packaging is very inconvenient, you have to use containers. Food in large packages is difficult to get, and small portions are expensive.

One of the best dry food for the food loving Labrador Retriever. Unlike a number of other diets, Farmina pleases not only with a balanced, but also with a truly dietary formula that allows you to maintain optimal weight without stress and starvation. An important advantage of the feed was that it belongs to the holistic class and, at the same time, the proportion of fats reduced to 8%. All this makes the diet the best for overweight, sterilized, as well as inactive Labradors.

At the same time, the food is completely hypoallergenic due to the monoprotein formula, which includes only one type of meat - lamb. It occupies 40% of the composition and goes well with fish, peas, quinoa, flaxseed, asparagus and broccoli, which are not only among the most dietary foods, but also improve the functioning of the digestive and immune systems. According to reviews, the food helps to stabilize the stomach of sensitive pets and gives strength for active games, which also helps to maintain good physical shape.

The Labrador Retriever is one of the most allergy-prone dogs, so a special diet free of common allergens such as chicken, chicken fat, corn, and orange is a must for many of the breed. The main ingredient of Wellness Core is the most hypoallergenic kind of meat – lamb. It is in the feed 38%. In second place is the pea formula, which provides the required percentage of fiber and carbohydrates, and at the same time is included in the number of dietary products. Beet pulp and lignocellulose also contribute to maintaining good shape and improving the functioning of the digestive tract.

But it is worth considering that here the potatoes are close to the beginning of the composition, and the proportion of fat in the diet reaches a fairly average of 15%. It is very important not to exceed the recommended norms in order for the eating Labrador Retriever to remain lean. Moreover, the authors of the reviews note not only the excellent digestibility of the diet, the shiny coat and activity of the pet, but also the keen interest in food.

Ideal for most dogs, including the Labrador Retriever. It belongs to the best both in terms of the quality of the ingredients and their balance. If Primordial is fed to a pet, no additional vitamins or supplements are usually required. With a gentle and nutrient-dense formula, this dry food will provide your Labrador with all the vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids. After all, 70% of the diet is made up of components of animal origin, including 35% fresh turkey meat, 14% dried venison, chicken fat, chicken meat and herring flour.

At the same time, the food is rich in prebiotics that support microflora and healthy digestion, flaxseed, which is considered one of the best sources of Omega-3, as well as a number of other useful components for caring for the joints, liver and the whole body. In addition, the reviews note that dogs eat it well, eat up the prescribed portion and feel great.

Despite being reasonably priced compared to other holistic and super premium dog and puppy foods, GO is high quality and versatile. The first 6 positions of the composition are occupied exclusively by chicken, turkey, salmon and trout meat. And this is not the limit. The food also contains duck, herring, eggs, a range of legumes, wild berries, apples, healthy vegetables, herbs and roots, prebiotics and an extensive vitamin complex. This makes Grain-Free GO the most nutritious, economical and at the same time interesting for any Labrador thanks to the taste of different types of meat, which make up as much as 85% of the diet.

Also, according to reviews, the food is great for both adult dogs and teenage puppies, improves the appearance and well-being, and the correct gradual transition from any other dry diet is not difficult. But because of the chicken, the vast composition and ingredients like pomegranate, it is recommended that the most sensitive pets and allergy sufferers start feeding with caution.