When we opened the sausage dog sanctuary in 2018 we had no idea wed become so focused on the food that the sausages ate and the affects it has on their behaviours.
We soon saw a correlation between behaviour, food and temperament. So many sausages have a skin problem or a upset tummy, obsessive licking etc….. we saw a massive connection to poor dry kibbles and dog food full of grain.
It was clear that education on dog food was way behind!! Our dogs have always been raw fed but we know that’s not always possible for people and what happens when you go away?
We started researching the best dry foods around and couldn’t find anything decent that was designed for a Dachshunds complex needs.
Dachshunds suffer from poor digestion, skin issues, behavioural problems, anxiety and allergies.
For the last 6 months we’ve worked with the leading European dog food manufacturer to create a range of food and treats that are tailored just for your sausage!!
We have designed Grain free food and treats to complete your Dachshunds complex needs. If there’s anyone who knows what they need were pretty sure its us.
What does grain free even mean??
Taken from the Canine Journal - Long before dog food was scooped from a bag into personalized doggie dishes, canines would hunt and capture raw, protein-rich meals. After all, you don’t see wolves grazing peacefully in a field of flowers.
Just like the theory behind the Paleo Diet for humans, protein-based, grain-free dog foods more closely mimics a canine’s natural or “ancestral” diet as a carnivore. However, with the introduction of mass-produced dog kibble around World War II, inexpensive fillers like corn, wheat and barley were added to dog food to create bulk and keep costs down. Today, most commercial dog foods still list corn or wheat as one of the main ingredients.
But while dogs have evolved from wild animals to Internet celebrities, the canine digestive system is still pretty primitive. Dogs have little natural digestive support for breaking down and metabolizing complex carbohydrates and cereal grains. These difficult-to-digest fibers and grains remain undigested, with the body relying mainly on fermentation to break them down. Over a long period of time, this can damage the lining of the digestive system, resulting in bowel inflammation disorders, food sensitivities, food allergies, leaky gut and obesity.
Does My Dog Have A Food Allergy?
If your dachshund is presenting these symptoms, talk to your vet. A food allergy could be to blame:
Excessive flatulence
Loose stool/diarrhea
Rash and skin irritations
Chronic licking, chewing or biting to relieve itch
Vomiting
Frequent ear infections
