[Mike M]

Hound Dog Mom –

I have a Pyrenean Mastiff puppy on the way and I’ve done my research and settled on “Nature’s Variety Instinct Rabbit Meal” for him. The breeder feeds all of her PM’s “Canidae Life Stages All Life Stages”. I prefer to go grain-free, but the breeder feels that the protein levels are too high. The Canidae contains grain, but it less expensive for me than the Nature’s Variety, so I am open to it. Although I did just spend the time getting my Great Pyr used to the Nature’s Variety.

My question is, should I just go with the breeder suggested Canidae or should I try to go to the next level and go with the Nature’s Variety even though the protein is almost 10% higher than the breeder would like to see. I’ve read and believe the research regarding protein levels not being the culprit for problems, but I feel nervous about “disobeying” the breeder who is extremely well respected and basically the US founder of the breed.

Thanks!
Mike