Health & WellbeingOur 3-year old basset/lab/terrier mix has been struggling with loose stools - not diarrhea but loose. We were giving him Wellness brand complete health chicken, but since the issues started we've been doing cooked chicken, rice, and pumpkin. We'd lik
I agree that it can be a challenge to find the right food for your dog - I have just been through this myself, and it's not easy! Wellness is a good brand, but it would seem that Alvin isn't tolerating it very well. It would help me to know a bit more about what exactly you're looking for, however in terms of general recommendations on foods that I like to recommend, I like the Science Diet and the Ideal Balance lines from Hills, as well as the WholeHearted foods. However, If Alvin truly has a food allergy, he will need to be on a prescription food that eliminates the common allergens (chicken, beef, wheat, corn). You might also look into Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach, as I think a lot of dogs tolerate that diet and do very well on it. Good luck!
Updated on August 12th, 2025