GLUTEN FREE

What is gluten-free dog food?

Gluten-free dog food does not contain gluten-containing grains such as wheat, barley or rye. This does not necessarily mean that the food is grain-free — a gluten-free recipe may contain rice as a carbohydrate source. Grain-free recipes often use potato, sweet potato, peas or other plant-based ingredients instead.

A gluten-free diet is not automatically necessary for every dog, but it can be a suitable choice when you wish to avoid certain grains or when you have found that your dog tolerates a particular gluten-free recipe better. In the case of known food sensitivities, it is important to look at the full ingredient list, including animal protein sources, rather than focusing only on whether the food contains gluten.

Which dogs can benefit from gluten-free dry food?

Gluten-free dry food may suit:

• dogs whose diet needs to avoid wheat, barley or rye;
• dogs that do better on a recipe based on rice, potato or sweet potato;
• dogs with sensitive digestion that have found a well-tolerated gluten-free recipe;
• puppies, adult dogs and senior dogs when a complete food suitable for their life stage is chosen;
• dogs whose diet would benefit from more variety.

If your dog has experienced digestive issues, skin reactions or known food sensitivities, always choose food according to their individual needs. When introducing a new food, make the transition gradually to give digestion time to adjust.

Ingredients and quality

The gluten-free dry foods in FendaF’s selection are made with carefully chosen ingredients. Recipes contain quality animal ingredients such as meat or fish, purposeful plant ingredients, and the necessary vitamins and minerals.

Winner Plus dry foods contain no GMOs, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, bone meal, meat meal, eggs or gluten-containing grains. The foods are made with human-grade ingredients, and food safety standards are followed throughout production.

The omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the recipes support normal skin and coat condition. Both fatty acids are important in a dog’s diet, and their balance matters. The ratio of added omega fatty acids in Winner Plus foods is kept at a maximum of 1:5.

Gluten-free vs grain-free dry food

Gluten-free food does not contain gluten-containing grains but may contain rice. Grain-free food generally contains no grains and often uses potato, sweet potato or legumes as carbohydrate sources.

Some dogs do well on gluten-free rice-based food, as rice can help maintain a consistent stool texture. Others may do better on a grain-free, potato-based holistic recipe. The holistic range also includes recipes with herbs and dried berries, adding natural variety to your dog’s diet.

Gluten-free cold-pressed dry food

Gluten-free cold-pressed dry food is processed at lower temperatures — up to 72°C. This production method helps preserve the valuable qualities of the ingredients, and cold-pressed pellets generally expand less in the digestive tract than conventional extruded kibble.

Cold-pressed food can be a good choice for dogs that respond well to this ingredient profile and pellet type. As with every new food, monitor your dog’s wellbeing, stool quality and appetite, and make the change gradually.

How to choose the right gluten-free dry food

When choosing the right food, consider:

• your dog’s age and life stage;
• size and activity level;
• suitable animal protein sources;
• fat and energy content;
• possible food sensitivities or ingredients you wish to avoid;
• taste preferences and previous food tolerance.

FendaF’s range includes gluten-free recipes with salmon, lamb, duck and chicken. If you are unsure which food would suit your dog best, contact us — we are happy to help you make the choice.

Feeding gluten-free dry food

Gluten-free dry food is suitable as an everyday main meal. It can be fed on its own or combined with wet food and raw food, as long as you take your dog’s total daily food intake and energy needs into account.

Follow the feeding guide on the pack, adjust the amount according to your dog’s weight and activity level, and always provide fresh drinking water. You can find the analytical constituents, ingredients and feeding recommendation for each food on its product page.

Frequently asked questions about gluten-free dog food

Does every dog need gluten-free dry food?
Not necessarily. Gluten-free food is one quality option, but the most important thing is to find food whose ingredients, protein source and energy content suit your own dog.

How quickly can changes be noticed after changing food?
This varies from dog to dog. If the new recipe suits your dog, changes in digestion, stool quality or coat condition may become noticeable within a few weeks. Always introduce a new food gradually.

Is gluten-free dog food more expensive?
The price depends on the recipe, ingredients and pack size. When choosing food, it is worth comparing the ingredients, daily feeding amount and how well the food suits your dog.

Why buy dog food from FendaF’s online store?
FendaF offers carefully selected quality foods, natural treats and supplements. Ordering is convenient, and for orders over €49, delivery to a parcel locker is free. Depending on when the order is placed, we dispatch it on the same or next working day.

In summary

Gluten-free dog food is a good choice when you want to avoid gluten-containing grains or find a complete food with a clean ingredient profile that suits your dog’s needs. Explore FendaF’s selection and find a recipe that matches your dog’s life stage, activity level and taste preferences.