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Question by Crissy H: Does anyone feed their dog California Natural?
My 7 month old frenchie/pug has always had a sensitive tummy. When switching to a new food, I always take a good 2 weeks to wean him over. He was on Eukanuba then Science Diet then Royal Canin then Science Diet I/D (intestinal diet – for his constant diarrhea). Any suggestions or comments on the California Natural food?
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Answer by Bonsylar
California Natural is a good one.
Innova EVO is better for sensitive tummies.
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Question by Anu: Dog food California Natural – Dry or Canned or both?
I have a 4 month old French Bulldog puppy. Currently I am soaking dry California Natural Chicken+Rice puppy food and giving it to him. Does anyone know whether dry or canned food is good? Or can I mix the two and give him? He is 4 months old, how long should he be on puppy food?
Thanks!
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Answer by britishqt2004
dry dog food is alot healthier, they digest it better and dogs can’t hold thier bathroom buisness till 6 months of age and all the can food will create a lot of discomfort for the pup and you , I have had this discussion with my vet efore i have six dogs and volunteer at the spca, just add canned food to dry food once every three days as a treat, it is always appreciated.
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Question by Britt: Dog food ADVICE! Wellness, California Natural and Taste of the Wild?
I currently have my 60 pound Pit bull mix on California Natural, his stomachs been getting really red and flakley so my vet recommended a grain-free formula. Does anyone know anything about Wellness or Taste of the Wild. All grain food seems to be wicked expensive. If not those two maybe someone can recommend a different brand of GRAIN-FREE dog food??
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Answer by Shinobi_3
give him hamburgers!
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Question by Shelly B: Anybody elses dog sick with California Natural dog food?
I have 3 dogs…all have gotten diarrhea recently. Contacted my vet. they told me since they are all parvo vaccinated to try to take them off their food for 24-48 hours then gradually add the food back in. In trying to add the food back in, they are getting really loose stools again. After about 48 hrs. of chicken/rice they are starting to firm up a bit. Does anybody else have this issue? (i did switch them to this food gradually, and it’s been about 2-3 months ago that I switched)….I know it’s a good quality food, but is it too rich)? I have a 7 mo. old cocker spaniel, a 1.5 year old pug, and a 11 year old beagle.
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Answer by κατταη-αχε ραώτικα
YES. My friend Jennine had her three GSDs get sick from that brand. I haven’t heard of any recalls about it though.
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Question by lovell: WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE NEW CALIFORNIA NATURAL DOG FOODS?
P&G bough Natura out but has only made positive changes like the grain free california natural that’s better then the old one same ingredients just grain less do you think they will keep natura top notch and continue to make positive foods? I don’t think they would worst the food after paying all that money they know people aren’t going to buy it if they change it but what you think?
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Answer by samiah lowe
It has always been grain free. I like it but my dogs don’t digest it all that well
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Question by gobble gobble: California Natural dog food?
is it good for dogs with allergies?
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Answer by megan j
depends on the allergies, if allergies are sneezing or coughing no. if it’s get i stomach ache try pedigree or imes. I’m a vet I have heard of this probram many times.most of the rimes thier just allergic to the food they are fed most of the time the diet is the problam
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Question by Poodles NOT Doodles!: California Natural Dog Food?
I just switched my pup over to adult food today. He was eating Lamb Meal and Rice from Cali Nat. The first ingredient was Lamb Meal and I’ve been told this is a good food and have seen great results. Today, I decided to mix up the flavors a little bit since I was getting a new food and got the Herring and Sweet Potato. However, upon getting home, I looked it up on the dogfoodanalysis website and it was saying that there is no way herring can be the first ingredient because it is so water based. It also said that this food is full of grain and does not have near enough meat. The analysis was 21 crude protein, 11 fat, and 3.7 fiber. It is only ranked as a 4 star food.
When I first got him I had him on Blue Buffalo, but he has constant runs and they would not go away even after months of being on the food. That was when I switched to Cali Nat and he hasn’t had any problems since then. So I feel like I can’t have him on a Super Premium food because it’s too rich for him. Does the herring Cali Nat seem okay? Or should I switch back to the Lamb or Chicken? Or should I just switch foods entirely? I would need a good food that would not be too rich for his stomach.
Also, on a sidenote. I only feed him a cup a day. It says I should feed him more. He is a 50 lb dog. But he looks fine? Should I feed him more just because it says to or should I use my own judgement? He just went to the vet last week and she said he looked the perfect size.
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Answer by Cleoppa
Personally, I’d just feed it to him and see how he reacts to it. You already have it, right?
I found that with several premium foods (including California Naturals), one or another of my dogs developed some problem or another on it. It was kind of weird, because I never had that problem when I was feeding the cheapo foods. However, on all of the premium foods I noticed a definite improvement in their coats. So I think they are worth the money, but some dogs it might take a bit more research to find the right food for them.
Good luck!
ADD: You should feed him based on his ideal weight. I’ve actually found I generally have to feed more than the dog foods recommend. Use the dog food bag as a general guideline and go from there. Whenever you’re at your vet’s, be sure to ask him to comment on your dog’s weight, whether he thinks he should lose or gain a few more pounds, or if he’s just perfect.
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Question by Poodles NOT Doodles!: California Natural Dog Food?
I just switched my pup over to adult food today. He was eating Lamb Meal and Rice from Cali Nat. The first ingredient was Lamb Meal and I’ve been told this is a good food and have seen great results. Today, I decided to mix up the flavors a little bit since I was getting a new food and got the Herring and Sweet Potato. However, upon getting home, I looked it up on the dogfoodanalysis website and it was saying that there is no way herring can be the first ingredient because it is so water based. It also said that this food is full of grain and does not have near enough meat. The analysis was 21 crude protein, 11 fat, and 3.7 fiber. It is only ranked as a 4 star food.
When I first got him I had him on Blue Buffalo, but he has constant runs and they would not go away even after months of being on the food. That was when I switched to Cali Nat and he hasn’t had any problems since then. So I feel like I can’t have him on a Super Premium food because it’s too rich for him. Does the herring Cali Nat seem okay? Or should I switch back to the Lamb or Chicken? Or should I just switch foods entirely? I would need a good food that would not be too rich for his stomach.
Also, on a sidenote. I only feed him a cup a day. It says I should feed him more. He is a 50 lb dog. But he looks fine? Should I feed him more just because it says to or should I use my own judgement? He just went to the vet last week and she said he looked the perfect size.
Best answer:
Answer by Cleoppa
Personally, I’d just feed it to him and see how he reacts to it. You already have it, right?
I found that with several premium foods (including California Naturals), one or another of my dogs developed some problem or another on it. It was kind of weird, because I never had that problem when I was feeding the cheapo foods. However, on all of the premium foods I noticed a definite improvement in their coats. So I think they are worth the money, but some dogs it might take a bit more research to find the right food for them.
Good luck!
ADD: You should feed him based on his ideal weight. I’ve actually found I generally have to feed more than the dog foods recommend. Use the dog food bag as a general guideline and go from there. Whenever you’re at your vet’s, be sure to ask him to comment on your dog’s weight, whether he thinks he should lose or gain a few more pounds, or if he’s just perfect.
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Question by Poodles NOT Doodles!: California Natural Dog Food?
I just switched my pup over to adult food today. He was eating Lamb Meal and Rice from Cali Nat. The first ingredient was Lamb Meal and I’ve been told this is a good food and have seen great results. Today, I decided to mix up the flavors a little bit since I was getting a new food and got the Herring and Sweet Potato. However, upon getting home, I looked it up on the dogfoodanalysis website and it was saying that there is no way herring can be the first ingredient because it is so water based. It also said that this food is full of grain and does not have near enough meat. The analysis was 21 crude protein, 11 fat, and 3.7 fiber. It is only ranked as a 4 star food.
When I first got him I had him on Blue Buffalo, but he has constant runs and they would not go away even after months of being on the food. That was when I switched to Cali Nat and he hasn’t had any problems since then. So I feel like I can’t have him on a Super Premium food because it’s too rich for him. Does the herring Cali Nat seem okay? Or should I switch back to the Lamb or Chicken? Or should I just switch foods entirely? I would need a good food that would not be too rich for his stomach.
Also, on a sidenote. I only feed him a cup a day. It says I should feed him more. He is a 50 lb dog. But he looks fine? Should I feed him more just because it says to or should I use my own judgement? He just went to the vet last week and she said he looked the perfect size.
Best answer:
Answer by Cleoppa
Personally, I’d just feed it to him and see how he reacts to it. You already have it, right?
I found that with several premium foods (including California Naturals), one or another of my dogs developed some problem or another on it. It was kind of weird, because I never had that problem when I was feeding the cheapo foods. However, on all of the premium foods I noticed a definite improvement in their coats. So I think they are worth the money, but some dogs it might take a bit more research to find the right food for them.
Good luck!
ADD: You should feed him based on his ideal weight. I’ve actually found I generally have to feed more than the dog foods recommend. Use the dog food bag as a general guideline and go from there. Whenever you’re at your vet’s, be sure to ask him to comment on your dog’s weight, whether he thinks he should lose or gain a few more pounds, or if he’s just perfect.
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Question by Jenny: Does anyone feed their dog Herring and Sweet potato dry dog food from California Natural?
It’s a little more expensive than what I usually buy, and don’t know if my dog would like it. Let me know if anyone has any experience with this flavor. Thanks!
He also had really bad allergies, and I think he needs a non-grain diet. Is rice grain?
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Answer by Proud owner of 6 cats and 2 dogs
I don’t feed it but we do sell it where I work. Not many dogs seem to like it and it can give them very fishy smelling breath and gas. If you’re going to feed California Natural I’d suggest the Lamb & Rice or Chicken & Rice.
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Question by Anonymous: Question for California Natural Dog Food Users?
I have a nearly 8 month old female GSD, and I was wondering about feeding her. We’ve been using California Natural Puppy Food since we got her at about 12 weeks. My question is on serving size. On the back of the bag, since she was 40 lbs., is 2 and 1/4 cups/day, but we’ve been giving her that much per meal (2 meals per day). She recently hit about 50 lbs., so it should be about 2 and 3/4 cups/day now.
I know the bag says that the serving sizes are approximate and to pay attention if your dog needs more or less, but doubling? I might add that she’s “ideal” in terms of age/weight ratio (at least according to the bag). You can feel her bone structures, though you can’t see them, her waist is defined from above, and when viewed from the side, her waist slopes up from her chest.
Obviously she’s still growing, and I know she’ll bounce back quickly if she gains too much weight, but I was wondering if anyone has had the same experience with the food. : ) Just trying to do everything relatively correctly.
Thanks so much!
To Wonder:
She doesn’t “woo” me into more food, and I am being responsible. You make it sound like I’m a complete idiot. I mentioned that she has healthy proportions for her size in my post, and also called up my vet who says she’s about the right weight. I also know a breeder of GSDs who says she’s a good weight/height for her age. Both agree that she’s progressing normally.
I was more looking for potential advice about how to adjust her diet when she’s older because I don’t know many people who use California Natural. To the future posters, please note these things. Opinions to be considered when her growing slows, please.
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Answer by Bill L
Keep on feeding the way you are..
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Question by sandlapper: Has anyone using California Natural dog food had a problem with the dog having a loose stool?
After learning what is in Iams Low Residue dog food, we decided to change her diet to California Natural chicken and rice. She loves the food, but has had a loose stool ever since we left the Low Residue behind and made the change, with the blessing of our Vet. He is puzzled and so are we. Didn’t think this would/could happen with this natural and wholesome food. Now we don’t know what to do. She has had plenty of time (3 months) to adjust to the change. Anyone have any advice? In helping her make the change, vet. prescribed forti flora and then metronitazole. Nothing is helping to firm her up, but she seems to feel fine. His present method of treatment is to keep her on the California N., with nothing else and hope for things to turn around. This has been going on for way too long. And her stool is like pudding. We’re thinking we need to put her back on the Low Residue no matter what is in it.
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Answer by Servin’ a big slice of DUH!
Not every food is right for every dog. I would try another natural or holistic brand before going back to the Iams if I were you.
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Question by angelzoey2: Dog goes to the bathroom all the time on California Natural?
I just switched my portuguese water dog over from Nutro Max to California Natural Herring and Sweet Potato. On the Nutro Max he was pretty regular – he would go to the bathroom every morning and evening. Now, it seems he goes to the bathroom 4 or 5 times a day. He doesn’t have diarrhea… but he definitely has more stool than before.
Is it normal for dogs to go that much on natural dog foods?
I took a week to ween him over to the new food like you’re supposed to. And after a week, once he was on the California Natural completely, he started going to the bathroom more.
He’s been on it a few days now, so I was going to wait to see if he gets more used to it.
And I am feeding him less than he ate of the Nutro. I follow the guidelines on the bag.
He also has much more gas. Not sure if that’s normal.
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Answer by Launi *Stand By Your Pit*
No. They should go less. Often, you do not need to feed nearly as much on a good food. Try feeding less.
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Question by sandlapper: Has anyone using California Natural dog food had a problem with the dog having a loose stool?
After learning what is in Iams Low Residue dog food, we decided to change her diet to California Natural chicken and rice. She loves the food, but has had a loose stool ever since we left the Low Residue behind and made the change, with the blessing of our Vet. He is puzzled and so are we. Didn’t think this would/could happen with this natural and wholesome food. Now we don’t know what to do. She has had plenty of time (3 months) to adjust to the change. Anyone have any advice? In helping her make the change, vet. prescribed forti flora and then metronitazole. Nothing is helping to firm her up, but she seems to feel fine. His present method of treatment is to keep her on the California N., with nothing else and hope for things to turn around. This has been going on for way too long. And her stool is like pudding. We’re thinking we need to put her back on the Low Residue no matter what is in it.
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Answer by Servin’ a big slice of DUH!
Not every food is right for every dog. I would try another natural or holistic brand before going back to the Iams if I were you.
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Question by Eilean Ban: California Natural dog food?
I switched both of my dogs to this food a few days ago (Chicken and Rice Formula) because one of my dogs has a sensitive stomach and the other has a list of food allergies almost a half page long. I figured it’s made by Natura, and has a simple list of ingredients so it should be perfect, right? But then I happened to stumble upon the reviews on Rateitall and a good deal of them are not so good, with many reviews saying it made their dog severely ill.
Here’s the reviews: http://www.rateitall.com/i-27939-california-natural.aspx
Has anyone had any problems? Should I be concerned? So far my dogs seem to be doing okay but it’s only been 2 days…
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Answer by Jordan S. adopt & save a life!
I haven’t had issues with it. A little low in protein for a healthy dog but it’s good for dogs with intolerances.
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