Kirby eats dehydrated dog food which has a very thick oatmeal texture
- it's healthy, wholesome food with human grade ingredients I approve. When we kept our first foster I was asked to
not feed them the same food since it was hard to get them to eat the commercial
kibble when they were transported to their forever homes. So I feed our fosters a dry commercial kibble
which Kirby is always trying to
eat.
Knowing how much Kirby loves the crunchy texture of kibble I have been searching for some time for a healthy, safe kibble with no success. Every brand so far has had less than desirable ingredients listed. Finally, flipping through my latest Modern Dog Magazine I came across an advertisement for Addiction Dog Food. Wholesome ingredients air dried into a dry kibble and endorsed by Whole Dog Journal who has recognized Addiction as Approved Dry Dog Foods for 2009, 2010, and 2011. That's impressive.
Knowing how much Kirby loves the crunchy texture of kibble I have been searching for some time for a healthy, safe kibble with no success. Every brand so far has had less than desirable ingredients listed. Finally, flipping through my latest Modern Dog Magazine I came across an advertisement for Addiction Dog Food. Wholesome ingredients air dried into a dry kibble and endorsed by Whole Dog Journal who has recognized Addiction as Approved Dry Dog Foods for 2009, 2010, and 2011. That's impressive.
Addiction Holistic Food is unlike any other. Free from harmful additives and made in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and USA exclusively from Premium Proteins and Game Meats known for their nutritional and hypoallergenic properties, Addiction has amassed a cult following among discerning pet owners seeking the ultimate in Holistic Nutrition.Enlightened by the belief that pet food should be natural and free from harmful additives, the Addiction range uses only natural, wholesome, highest-quality ingredients packed with nutritional benefits to enhance health and well-being. It contains no artificial preservatives, flavors, fillers or by-products commonly found in many of today's pet and even human foods. The result is food as close to what nature intended your dog to eat.The Addiction range specializes in Premium Proteins and Game Meats such as Kangaroo, Brushtail, Venison and Unagi.Premium proteins are hypoallergenic to dogs not previously exposed to them therefore provide a natural solution to dogs that are allergic to chicken, beef or lamb.Each premium protein and game meat in the Addiction range is carefully selected for its exquisite taste and nutritional properties, providing your dog with a naturally great tasting meal with unique health benefits.
Kirby can be rather picky so I sent an email to the company and was elated when within hours I received an email
back offering to send samples for Kirby to try. A week later a large package
was delivered containing nine generous sized samples of five different
flavors.
Even though I only requested kibble samples we also received the following dehydrated meal samples:
Dehydrated Steakhouse Beef & Zucchini Entree
Kirby loves a hamburger so this was a hit. I have previously purchased the Honest Kitchen Verve which is made with beef thinking he would love it but ended up having to add extra meat to entice him to eat it. I didn't have to add anything to this one.
Ingredients: Beef, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Zucchini, Carrots, Spinach, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
- New Zealand Beef free from Artificial Hormones and Steroids
- Fresh Zucchini high in Vitamins and Nutrients
- Vegetables and Fruits for Optimal Health
Dehydrated Perfect Summer Brushtail
Another acquired taste must be brushtail since Kirby also refused this one every time. I also mixed a little in his dehydrated meals which he then refused to eat. So brushtail is a definite no for Kirbs.
FYI - Wild Brushtail (Trichosurus vulpecula), is a marsupial found in large numbers in New Zealand, containing the highest levels of Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids of any red meat. Brushtail is not native to New Zealand and eats only the best berries and foliage, destroying forests and wildlife. Unlike farmed animals, Wild Brushtail is free from antibiotics and artificial hormones. By feeding this food, you are not only helping to conserve New Zealand's plant and animal life but are also providing your pet with a nutritionally superior meal that promotes wellness and vitality.
Ingredients: New Zealand Brushtail, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Sunflower Seed, Carrots, Spinach, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
-Wild Brushtail, highest in Omega 3
- Sunflower Seeds Packed with Fiber, Vitamin E & Minerals
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for vitamins and enzymes
There are some other kibble and dehydrated flavors along with canned dinners and treats I may try in the future. I don't know if these would be cost prohibitive for a large dog but it fits my budget since Kirby eats a cup or less daily. Overall, Kirby and I give Addiction pet food 5 wags and 4 paws up!
Disclosure: This dog food caught my interest so I requested samples. We were not compensated in any way and this is my personal opinion of the product based on my requirements for healthy, human grade ingredients and Kirby's reaction to the flavors.
I believe in feeding Kirby a varied diet to ensure he enjoys
his meals and gets all of the protein, vitamins and minerals his body
needs. This means he gets different
flavors of dehydrated meals and homemade meals each week. Maybe because he has always eaten this way he
never gets an upset stomach.
I really couldn't do a day by day recap since I do variety
meals. Kirby ate these meals over a
three week period so I decided to just list each kibble flavor noting Kirby's
reaction and the ingredients for each.
Le Lamb Entree Kibble
He very much enjoyed this meal each time so it is on my list
to order.
Ingredients: Lamb
Meal, Ground Brown Rice, Ground Oats, Rice Bran, Chicken Fat (Naturally
preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Menhaden Fish Meal, Flaxseed, Lecithin,
Menhaden Fish Oil, Natural Flavors, Dried Carrots, Dried Cranberries, Dried
Blueberries, Chamomile, Dandelion, Peppermint, Dried Tomatoes, Rosemary,
Turmeric, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus
Fermentation Product, Dried Streptococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried
Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Aspergillus niger Fermentation
Extract, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement,
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid
(Vitamin B9), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Pyridoxine (Vitamin
B6), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride,
Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc
Sulfate, Copper Sulfate
With added:
- Cranberries and
Blueberries, high in antioxidants and phytochemicals
- Herbal
Botanicals known for their aromatic properties
- Fish Oil rich
in Omega 3 for healthy skin and coat
Salmon Bleu Kibble
Kirby loves fish flavors so this one was a big hit. Every time he ate all of it as quickly as
possible.
Ingredients: Salmon
Meal, Potatoes, Chicken Fat (Naturally preserved with Mixed Tocopherols),
Smoked Salmon, Dried Blueberries, Dried Cranberries, Dried Raspberries, Calcium
Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Kelp Meal, Flaxseed Meal,
Calcium Propionate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese
Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate, Sodium Selenite,
Vitamin E Supplement, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Niacin (Vitamin B3),
D-Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5), Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Supplement,
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Vitamin
B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement
With added:
- Smoked Salmon
for that extra gourmet taste dogs love
- Raspberries
with unique phytonutrient content rich in Vitamins B & C
- Glucosamine for
joint health
Viva La Venison Kibble
I have never fed Kirby venison which is a shame since we
have a lot of hunters here. However,
that will change since he very much enjoyed these meals.
Ingredients: Venison
Meal, Dried Potatoes, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural
Flavors, Dried Egg, Dried Kelp, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dried Carrots, Dried
Cranberries, Dried Apples, Dried Spinach, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Brewers
Dried Yeast, Lecithin, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried
Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus niger
Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Choline
Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Dried
Saccharomyces cerevisiae Fermentation Solubles, Inulin (from chicory root),
Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Taurine, DL-Methionine, Yucca Schidigera
Extract, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium
Pantothenate, Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Biotin (Vitamin B7), Riboflavin (Vitamin
B2), Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
(Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Beta Carotene, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Sodium
Selenite, Rosemary Extract
With added:
- New Zealand
Venison - high in protein, low in fat
- Probiotics for
a healthy digestive system
- Fruits and
Vegetables high in antioxidants and phytonutrients
Wild Kangaroo & Apples Kibble
Kirby refused to eat this kibble. Apparently kangaroo is an acquired
taste. I tried several times and ended
up feeding him something else. I did mix
a little in his dehydrated meals which he ate.
Still, I won't be ordering this one even though I had high hopes since
Kirbs can get borderline chunky.
FYI - Wild kangaroo containing only 2% fat, wild kangaroo
meat is prized as a low fat, high quality meat, free from antibiotics and
hormones. Wild Kangaroo contains up to 5 times the amount of CLA than other red
meats. CLA has been shown to support many body functions important to overall
health and fitness. Also shown to inhibit obesity, CLA is great news for dog
owners who want to manage their pet抯 weight and cardiovascular health.
Ingredients: Dried
Kangaroo Meat, Oats, Rice, Yeast, Canola Oil, Peas, Apples, Salt, Taurine,
Garlic, Natural Antioxidants, Choline Chloride, Amino Acids (Leucine,
Phenylalanine-Tyrosine, Arginine, Valine, Lysine, Phenylalanine, Threonine,
Isoleucine, Methionine-Cystine, Histidine, Methionine, Tryptophan, Cystine),
Vitamins & Minerals (Choline, Thiamine B1, Pyridoxine B6, Riboflavin B2,
Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K,
Pantothenic Acid B5, Niacin B3, Vitamin C, Biotin, Iodine, Selenium, Zinc,
Copper, Iron, Manganese, Calcium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Dicalcium Phosphate and
Calcium Carbonate)
Kirby loves these dry kibbles and I'm very happy with the
ingredients so I ordered a 4 lb. bag of the Salmon Blue Entree kibble. I thought I would start with that since Kirbs
loves fish. Would you believe he loves
crab legs and shrimp? Really!
Even though I only requested kibble samples we also received the following dehydrated meal samples:
Dehydrated Country Chicken & Apricot Dinner
Kirby enjoys dehydrated meals from honest Kitchen and this was no exception. He heartily chowed it down
Kirby enjoys dehydrated meals from honest Kitchen and this was no exception. He heartily chowed it down
Ingredients: Chicken,
Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Apricot, Carrots, Spinach,
Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals
(Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate,
Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium
Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement,
Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement,
Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine
Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride,
Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine),
Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary
Extract
With Added:
- New Zealand Chicken, free from Artificial Hormones and Steroids
- Apricots bursting with Antioxidants and Nutrients
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for Optimal Health
When I ordered the Salmon Blue kibble I also decided to order the 4 oz samples of the following dehydrated meals:
Dehydrated Herbed Lamb & Potatoes
Kirby enjoyed this one eating every bite.
Ingredients: Lamb, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Carrots, Spinach, Rosemary, Thyme, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
- Free-range New Zealand Lamb
- Aromatic Rosemary and Thyme
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for Vitamins and Enzymes
With Added:
- New Zealand Chicken, free from Artificial Hormones and Steroids
- Apricots bursting with Antioxidants and Nutrients
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for Optimal Health
When I ordered the Salmon Blue kibble I also decided to order the 4 oz samples of the following dehydrated meals:
Dehydrated Herbed Lamb & Potatoes
Kirby enjoyed this one eating every bite.
Ingredients: Lamb, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Carrots, Spinach, Rosemary, Thyme, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
- Free-range New Zealand Lamb
- Aromatic Rosemary and Thyme
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for Vitamins and Enzymes
Dehydrated Steakhouse Beef & Zucchini Entree
Kirby loves a hamburger so this was a hit. I have previously purchased the Honest Kitchen Verve which is made with beef thinking he would love it but ended up having to add extra meat to entice him to eat it. I didn't have to add anything to this one.
Ingredients: Beef, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Zucchini, Carrots, Spinach, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
- New Zealand Beef free from Artificial Hormones and Steroids
- Fresh Zucchini high in Vitamins and Nutrients
- Vegetables and Fruits for Optimal Health
Dehydrated Perfect Summer Brushtail
Another acquired taste must be brushtail since Kirby also refused this one every time. I also mixed a little in his dehydrated meals which he then refused to eat. So brushtail is a definite no for Kirbs.
FYI - Wild Brushtail (Trichosurus vulpecula), is a marsupial found in large numbers in New Zealand, containing the highest levels of Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids of any red meat. Brushtail is not native to New Zealand and eats only the best berries and foliage, destroying forests and wildlife. Unlike farmed animals, Wild Brushtail is free from antibiotics and artificial hormones. By feeding this food, you are not only helping to conserve New Zealand's plant and animal life but are also providing your pet with a nutritionally superior meal that promotes wellness and vitality.
Ingredients: New Zealand Brushtail, Potatoes, Papayas, Canola Oil, Sunflower Seed, Carrots, Spinach, Tapioca Starch, Garlic, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenate, Potassium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplemet, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Amino Acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Methionine), Vegetable Oil, Natural Tocopherols, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract
With Added:
-Wild Brushtail, highest in Omega 3
- Sunflower Seeds Packed with Fiber, Vitamin E & Minerals
- Raw Vegetables and Fruits for vitamins and enzymes
There are some other kibble and dehydrated flavors along with canned dinners and treats I may try in the future. I don't know if these would be cost prohibitive for a large dog but it fits my budget since Kirby eats a cup or less daily. Overall, Kirby and I give Addiction pet food 5 wags and 4 paws up!
Disclosure: This dog food caught my interest so I requested samples. We were not compensated in any way and this is my personal opinion of the product based on my requirements for healthy, human grade ingredients and Kirby's reaction to the flavors.
