🐕‍🦺 Eagle Pack Natural Dry Dog Food

 

Eagle Pack Natural Dry Dog Food (Lamb & Rice, 30 lb) - Detailed Review

Key Features:

✅ Protein Source: Lamb meal (high-protein, highly digestible) + lamb for flavor.
✅ Carb Source: Brown rice, oatmeal, barley (gentle grains for energy and digestion).
✅ Life Stage: All life stages (puppies, adults, seniors).
✅ Added Nutrients:

• Omega-3 & -6 fatty acids (for skin & coat health). 

• Prebiotics (for gut health).

• Glucosamine & chondroitin (for joint support)

✅ No Artificial Additives: No corn, wheat, soy, or artificial preservatives.

Nutritional Profile:

• Crude Protein: 24% min

• Crude Fat: 14% min

• Crude Fiber: 3.5% max

• Calories: ~380 kcal/cup

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Pros & Cons:

✔ Pros:

• Affordable (~$1.30\text{–}$1.70/lb, great for large-breed owners).

• Lamb is a novel protein (good for dogs with chicken/beef allergies).

• Whole grains for digestion (better than corn/wheat fillers).

• Joint support (glucosamine + chondroitin).

❌ Cons:

• Not grain-free (avoid if your dog has grain sensitivities).

• Lower protein (24%) compared to premium brands (~30%).

• Lamb meal is primary protein (not fresh lamb).

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Comparison to Similar Lamb-Based Dry Foods

Feature	Eagle Pack Lamb & Rice	Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin (Lamb)	Nutro Limited Ingredient (Lamb)	Blue Buffalo Basics (Lamb)
Protein %	24%	26%	22%	20%
Fat %	14%	16%	12%	12%
Main Carbs	Brown rice, oatmeal	Rice, oat meal	Lentils, potatoes	Brown rice, oatmeal
Grain-Free?	No	No	Yes (LID)	No
Added Joint Support?	Yes (glucosamine)	No	No	No
Price per Pound	~$1.30\text{–}$1.70	~$2.00\text{–}$2.50	~$2.50\text{–}$3.00	~$2.00\text{–}$2.50

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Best For:

✔ Dogs with chicken/beef allergies (lamb is a gentle alternative).
✔ Budget-conscious owners (30 lb bag = great value).
✔ Large breeds needing joint support (glucosamine included).

Not Ideal For:

❌ Grain-free diets (contains rice, oatmeal, barley).
❌ High-energy/working dogs (lower protein/fat than performance formulas).

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Alternatives:

1. For Grain-Free Lamb Diets:

   • Taste of the Wild Sierra Mountain (lamb + lentils).

   • Canidae Pure Lamb & Lentil (limited-ingredient).

2. For Higher Protein:

   • Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice (25% protein, ~$1.50/lb).

3. For Sensitive Stomachs:

   • Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin (Lamb & Oatmeal).

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Feeding Guidelines:

• Small Dogs (10–20 lbs): ¾–1½ cups/day

• Medium Dogs (30–50 lbs): 2–3½ cups/day

• Large Dogs (60+ lbs): 4–6 cups/day

Transition Tip: Mix 25% new food with 75% old food, gradually increasing over 7–10 days.

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Final Verdict:

Eagle Pack Lamb & Rice is a solid, budget-friendly choice for dogs needing a lamb-based diet with joint support, but it’s not grain-free or high-protein. If your dog tolerates grains well and you want an affordable 30-lb bag, this is a great pick.