[Anonymous]

Hi, Vonda, and welcome. Yes, this is a wonderful site. I’m in the same position as you (sort of): Age 70, off since hip replacement surgery at age 45 (more than the usual involved) and living on the same strict budget as yourself. Having said that, I hate to ask you to spend money, but if you join Editor’s Choice on this site, they have a listing of BUDGET-FRIENDLY DOG FOODS. Now, I will warn you that ALL of the better dog foods are more expensive than the grocery-store brands, but you will find three things will happen: (1) There will be less pooping because there will be less filler (grains); (2) The dogs will be happier and healthier, thereby living longer; and, (3) You will use less food than you did with the cheaper brands. Taking that all into account and adding it to the fact that a $1/can food is pretty scarce, I still believe you’ll find something on there that will be affordable. Follow the links for saving money buying on line, and either Google or phone search for the recommended brands in bigger retailers (i.e., Pet Smart if you’re in the U.S. and Pet Valu in Canada). Maybe even good old Amazon sells dog food; I’m not sure. But I wish you well.