The Actual Cost of Feeding Your Dog with Pet Food Australia: A Detailed Breakdown

When it comes to feeding your dog, quality should be your first consideration, even over the cost - especially over the price, actually.

At Pet Food Australia, we believe providing high-quality nutrition to your pet should be your priority as a pet parent.

Obviously, there is a large discrepancy between the cost of what's considered 'premium pet food' and the stuff you can find highly affordable at a supermarket. But no one tells you that feeding your pet low-grade, un-nutritious pet food from the grocery store may initially cost you less, but in the long run, it will cost you far more than a few cents extra per meal for your pet.

To help you understand the actual cost of feeding your dog with our premium pet food, we'll break down the expenses using a real-life example of a German Shepherd.

Understanding the Cost

Let's take a closer look at the cost by using a German Shepard as an example:

Example Dog: German Shepherd
Weight: 40 kg
Food Requirement: 320 grams per day
Cost of Food: $170.85 for a 20 kg bag

Calculating Daily Cost

Compared to Grocery Store Pet Food

Grocery store pet food is often a more affordable option, with many brands costing around $1.50 to $2.00 per day to feed a large dog like a German Shepherd. However, these cheaper foods are often filled with un-nutritious 'filler' ingredients that offer zero nutritional value to your pet and can often cause health problems down the line.  

For those who use grocery store pet food, you will most often have to look deeper into the ingredients to discover what nutrients your pet isn't getting to ensure all of its needs are met. This obviously means that one, you will have to spend the time doing your research and two, you will have to spend more money on supplements or other foods to make sure your pet's health doesn't decline.

Knowing the Difference

While the ingredient label on grocery/discount pet foods may read similarly to premium food, there are significant differences. Low-quality meat is not considered fit for human consumption, and its by-products may be used. Restaurant grease and discarded fats from rendering plants are common. While some plant-sourced carbohydrates are necessary for the diet, some ingredients such as corn husks, wheat mill run, rice by-products, and soy grits provide absolutely no nutritional value to our pets. Neither do fillers like peanut hulls, soybean meal, cornmeal, grain sorghum, and whole kernel corn.

Additionally, these foods are a concern not only for what they include on the label but for what they omit. Did you know that pet food manufacturers only need to list the ingredients they add? If chemicals or disinfectants are added to slaughterhouses or rendering plant ingredients, they may not be listed.

What Does Premium Food Offer?

Premium pet food ingredients are human-grade, fresh, and free of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, antibiotics, and hormones. They are vitamin and mineral-fortified at higher levels than grocery/utilitarian foods and have trace minerals that are more bio-available to your pet. Simply stated, the better the ingredients, the easier and more completely the food will be digested. Cheaper ingredients provide minimal nourishment for our pets. Therefore, the cost of feeding a premium food is actually less than feeding a lower-quality food!

Benefits of Choosing Pet Food Australia

High-Quality Ingredients

Our dog food is made from natural, high-quality ingredients without fillers or artificial additives. This ensures your dog gets the nutrients they need for a healthy life.

Essential Nutrients

Pet Food Australia's formulas include antioxidants, amino acids, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These nutrients support brain health, reduce inflammation, and promote a healthy coat and skin, helping to prevent many common health issues.

Cost-Effective Nutrition

While the upfront cost of premium pet food may seem higher, the breakdown shows that feeding your dog high-quality food is both affordable and cost-effective. At $2.75 daily, you're investing in your pet's long-term health and happiness.

Why Subscription is Beneficial

Subscribing to Pet Food Australia's delivery service ensures you always have enough food and can take advantage of discounts and special offers. This also adds convenience, saving you time and ensuring your dog's diet remains consistent.

Feeding your dog high-quality food from Pet Food Australia is a wise investment in their health and well-being. While grocery store pet foods may seem cheaper initially, the potential health issues and associated vet bills can end up costing more in the long run. By choosing a premium pet food that provides all the essential nutrients your dog needs, you can help prevent common health problems and ensure your pet lives a happy, healthy life.