We have been using The Farmers Dog since Feb 2022 and i have noticed instant results. My dog has lost 5 pounds so far and is now excited about food. His GI/stool has improved and his energy is up. The biggest benefit has got to the the allergies. His dry eye has improved by over 75% IMO and skin, paws, ears have been great. This this was our absolutely last option due to the $$, but noticed results within 2 to 3 days.
We have tried every store brand & holistic brand dry and wet food, he is 12 years old. We've seen a dermatologist, allergist, ER Visits, injections, and allergy medications such as Apoquel over several years. All of which has helped but the side effects/cost/results did not work out for us. We have ruled out neurological conditions from seizures, kidney/liver disease, blood disease etc. with little insight. I will say that diet and these two things have greatly changed the quality of life for my dog:
1. Dental check up revealed infected teeth that were inflaming his sinuses and severely exacerbating his allergies. The Extraction and regular dental cleanings have CHANGED HIS LIFE. The very next day after his extraction he was noticeably better. This year we have decided not to undergo sedated dental cleaning unless it is absolutely necessary due to his age so we've upped his home cleanings (try using a waterpik!).
2. Find good quality supplements. We use Prudence Hip and Joint High Potency Soft chews and Vet's Best Allergy chews which contains sea kelp. No slouchy hips here! Ask your local holistic dog feed store team they helped me with references on food brand and local vets that specialize in certain breeds.
I have also gotten him an elevated angled feeding bowl and have spread his feedings out to 3 to 4 times a day to avoid low blood sugar (another GI trigger) / bloating / aspiration.
Wishing you the best for your pal!
