Product review - Eukanuba
Eucanuba is one of those brands that generates views
at either extreme of pet ownership opinion. One camp swears by the
brand as offering consistant high quality nutrition backed up with
the scientific research to prove it works. The other swears at it
for conducting the research upon which the food is formulated.
So
if you are in the latter camp, you'd better not go any further,
because we're simply going to look at the food in isolation, and
make judgements based upon what Eucanuba seem to be offering.
What you get with Eukanuba is a very large range of
foods, from standard adult mainenance foods through their more natural
range to prescription veterinary foods (which are also available
online from the likes of Pets at Home and Pet Supermarket. Also
within the range are breed and lifestyle specific foods.
Like Iams, Eukanuba use a proportion of wheat in some
of their recipes which is not one of the mose easily digested cereals.
They also use the vague term 'animal fat' rather than matching the
fat to the protein source. It is better to know what you are feeding,
if for no other reason that it gives confidence that there is a
consistency in the formulation.
For that reason we would not recommend Eukanuba as
highly as some other premium foods.
Expect to pay £42 - £50 for 15kg adult
dog food.
Eukanuba is usually on special offer at the bigger
online stockists, so don't pay full price (which is high!). Check
out GJW Titmuss
who have 2 bag deals,
Pet Supermarket for special monthly deals
Eukanuba Veterinary Diets
Before you buy expensive veterinary foods from your vet, check
out the price online from the major online stores such as Zooplus.co.uk, Pet
Supermarket or GJW Titmuss
as they can often save you a lot of money and
generally you're getting the food carriage free.
Zooplus.co.uk, Pet
Supermarket and GJW Titmuss
stock a huge range of Eukanuba veterinary foods
and you can save up to £20 per bag with free carriage!!!!
So let's have a look at a few of the foods on offer
in the Eukanuba range:
Eukanuba puppy medium
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They say:
Medium breed puppies have specific nutritional requirements, so therefore this diet is specifically designed for puppies that will reach an adult weight of between 10-25kgs. The Eukanuba medium breed puppy food (3kg) contains just the right levels of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins & minerals, which your puppy requires for good growth. The main ingredient in this diet is chicken, which is a great protein source. This diet helps to support your puppies’ immune system, with the addition of vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant. Futhermore, this medium breed puppy food contains omega fatty acids for skin and coat health, added beet puly for digestive health, carefully balanced carbohydrates and sugars to ensure healthy blood sugar levels and finally, additional DHA to improve brain and eye development.
Ingredients: Dried Chicken and Turkey (33%), maize, wheat, animal fat, rice, dried beet pulp (3%), dried whole egg, chicken digest, fish oil, brewers dried yeast, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, fructooligosaccharides (0.15%), calcium carbonate, marigold extract.
Analysis: Protein 29.0%; Fat Content 18.0%; Omega-6 Fatty Acids 2.70%; Omega-3 Fatty Acids 0.45%
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Eukanuba Large Breed Adult
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They say:
Large breed dogs require a very specific diet, as they have certain nutritional requirements, which need to be met. Eukanuba large breed adult (15kg) contains the optimal amounts of protein, carbohydrate, fats, vitamins and minerals required. This diet contains Eukanuba’a special ‘Joint management system’, which provides key nutrients such as glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate, which helps to keep their joints and tendons in top condition. Eukanuba large breed adult dog food is made from fresh chicken, and each crunchy kibble is designed to reduce plaque and tartar. This diet also contains omega fatty acids to help with coat and skin health, vitamin E for immune support, beet pulp for digestive health and low GI carbohydrates, to ensure no spikes to blood sugar levels.
Ingredients
Dried Chicken And Turkey (23%, A Natural Source Of Glucosamine And Chondroitin Sulphate), Maize, Wheat, Sorghum, Barley, Animal Fat, Dried Beet Pulp (2.8%), Hydrolysed Animal Proteins, Dried Whole Egg, Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Fructooligosaccharides (0.28%), Linseed
Analysis:
Protein 23.0%; Fat Content 13.0%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 2.20%; Omega-3 Fatty Acids 0.34%
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Eukanuba Breed Labrador
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They say:
our Labrador needs a balanced diet and plenty of exercise so that it can enjoy a long, healthy life. They have large appetites and a tendency to obesity, so a breed-specific diet with low fat content is important. Excess weight can cause undue stress on the joints and affect your dog's health.
Ingredients
Dried chicken & turkey (23%, a natural source of taurine), maize, wheat, sorghum, barley, animal fat, dried beet pulp (2.8%), hydrolysed animal proteins, dried whole egg, potassium chloride, fish oil, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, sodium hexametaphosphate, fructooligosaccharides (0.28%), linseed, glucosamine (432 mg/kg), chondroitin sulphate (43 mg/kg).
Analysis:
Crude Protein:23.0%, Crude Oil:13.0%, Crude Ash:6.8%, fibre: 2.7%
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Eukanuba Working and Endurance
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They say:
Eukanuba platinum performance dog food is recommended for active dogs that have greater caloric energy requirements. Eukanuba Adult Performance offers high nutrient density, for the active dogs with a greater caloric energy needs, plus fresh, high quality ingredients for a great, natural taste. This food helps to replenish the nutrients and energy utilised on a daily basis and supports a strong, healthy immune system, whilst helping to promote a healthy skin & coat and promoting healthy teeth by reducing plaque and tartar build-up.
Ingredients:
Dried Chicken And Turkey (37%, A Natural Source Of Glucosamine And Chondroitin Sulphate), Maize, Animal Fat, Wheat, Rice, Sorghum, Dried Beet Pulp (3.9%), Dried Whole Egg, Hydrolysed Animal Proteins, Fish Oil, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides (0.54%), Sodium Chloride, Linseed, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Calcium Carbonate,
Analysis
Protein 30.75%; Fat Content 20.75%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 3.26%; Omega-3 Fatty Acids 0.63%
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Eukanuba Special Digestion
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They say:
All nutrients needed for life enter the body through the digestive system. Therefore a healthy gut is extremely important for well-being and an active life.
Just like humans, some dogs have sensitive digestive systems. Since diet is an important way to regulate this, Eukanuba has introduced Eukanuba Sensitive Digestion for adult dogs. It is specially designed to promote a healthy gut and allow sensitive dogs to be their best.
Enriched with natural and prebiotic fibres for a healthy digestionFor Adult Dogs of all breed sizes from 1+ year with a tendency to sensitive digestion.
Typical ingredients
Ingredients
Dried Chicken And Turkey (22%), Rice (21%), Maize, Sorghum, Animal Fat, Dried Beet Pulp (2.8%), Fish Meal, Dried Whole Egg, Hydrolysed Animal Proteins, Fructooligosaccharides (0.77%), Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Linseed
Analysis:
Protein 23.0%; Fat Content 13.0%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 2.30%; Omega-3 Fatty Acids 0.33%
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