Carb-rich ingredients: includes all ingredients derived from grains, pseudo-grains, potatoes and other starchy root vegetables, sweet potato and legumes (except whole peas which are categorised under fruit and veg) except for isolated protein and extracted oils. Also includes fibre supplements. Containing only the finest quality ingredients Burns Original is highly digestible therefore feeding amounts are lower meaning that daily feeding costs are significantly lower than those of other premium brands.

Obviously this could all be coincidental, but the change has prompted us to revisit what we're feeding the dogs and review whether we're providing the best that's available for what we can afford to spend. Considering the low NV rating here, the grain/meat ratio, the absence of a diverse range of nutrients and the alternatives now available (and the way these are processed), the Burns is now starting to look very expensive for what it is (which is almost three quarters brown rice). For this reason we've calculated the approximate 'as fed' percentages for the main ingredient categories in the finished product. Burns is a British company that produces simple, high quality diets developed by Veterinary Surgeon John Burns. Made with whole grains and high quality animal proteins, Burns Original is a complete diet containing all the nutrients a dog needs for a long and healthy life. Burns Original is hypo-allergenic, so it is suitable for even the most sensitive dog. It is formulated without ingredients such as wheat, soya, dairy, artificial colourings and artificial preservatives which are known to cause symptoms of food intolerance including itchy skin, excessive moulting, full anal glands and waxy ears.

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Healthy Digestion, Skin and Coat: Burns Puppy Original can help manage many dietary related health issues including bad breath, wind, itchy skin and excessive moulting. Burns Alert Lamb & Brown Rice is dry dog food enriched with key nutrients to ensure optimum energy and brain function, with salmon oil and green tea extract to help keep your dog alert and healthy. Help your puppy to lead a happy and healthy life with Burns. Our nutritious puppy food is made with natural ingredients and has been specially formulated to provide all the goodness a pup needs to thrive. Made to John Burns’ original recipe, the Original Dog range contains everything an adult dog needs for lifelong health and vitality. It is low in fat and when used as a general maintenance diet, it can help to maintain healthy skin, coat and digestion. As with all the Burns diet,s it has a simple recipe and avoids artificial colourings, flavourings and preservatives.

Local: where possible, ingredients are sourced at the Burns farm itself, produced without the use of pesticides or fertilisers and offering premium nutrition. The rest of the ingredients are equally high in quality and ethically sourced. Burns even helps to plant new hedges, meadows and forests to care for its local environment and support local wildlife.Quality Ingredients: Made with whole grains and high quality animal proteins, Burns Original is a complete diet containing all the nutrients a dog needs for a long and healthy life. The Burns Alert assistance dog food range has been specially formulated to help assistance dogs perform tasks that require them to be calm and attentive. As a result we've decided to switch products. Once our current bags run out (we can't afford to waste them - this stuff is not cheap) we have decided to give the Markus Muhle a try and in the meantime we are mixing in a little Wolfworthy to up the meat content (which I have to say in just a few days has firmed up the poos - thankfully!) For good brain function:designed specifically to boost brain function and alertness in working dogs

Variety: these dishes are available in various meaty options combined with other beneficial ingredients in flavour-rich recipes, helping to ensure balanced, complete nutrition with every meal. Burns also offers a great Variety Box made with seasonal vegetables and selected organic ingredients, with a selection of flavours to keep your dog guessing! for only 20% meat is pretty ridiculous, at that point you might as well just buy a cheapo brand and save money. All about the branding/marketing for this one. Pedigree small breed has the same meat content, the only difference here is you are paying for named ingredients. Just get something like Skinners, Autarky, or Red Mills Engage for higher meat content at half the price. Our Puppy Original Lamb & Rice diet contains a controlled level of protein and fat, ensuring your puppy follows a slow and steady growth pattern which will help to avoid skeletal problems later in life. Lower protein levels support healthy bone and muscle development in your puppy. It's just personal opinion but two months in, the glossy coats of our labs seems to have dulled and their poos are also softer and lighter (we have weighed the new food to make sure we're not over feeding). One of our dogs has also started shedding massively - to a greater degree than we have seen before – and he does not normally shed at this time of year.Burns Original diets naturally maintain healthy skin, coat and digestion. A holistic food helps maintain health and vitality across the whole body. Puppy & Junior: give your dog the best start in life with Burns puppy food, tailored to provide key nutrients at this essential phase of your young dog's growth and development. Working Dog: keep your dog energised and active throughout its working day, with tailored dishes designed for pets that will be racing around on their feet all day! Looking for assistance dog food? You’ve come to the right place. Our special Alert diet comes in two varieties and contains increasedlevels of antioxidants and added salmon oil to support calm brain function. A popular choice amongst fussy dogs, the Original Lamb & Brown Rice is made using simple, natural ingredients to meet a dog’s nutritional requirements. The low fat and controlled protein levels help to meet a dog’s needs but not exceed them, this in turn helps to maintain a healthy dog. The wholegrain brown rice in this food has a variety of nutritional benefits and is a complex carbohydrate so gives a steady release of energy.

Hypo-Allergenic: Burns Puppy Original is hypo-allergenic, so it is suitable for even the most sensitive dog. It is formulated without ingredients such as wheat, soya, dairy, artificial colourings and artificial preservatives which are known to cause symptoms of food intolerance including itchy skin, excessive moulting, full anal glands and waxy ears. Quality Ingredients: Made with whole grains and high quality animal proteins, Burns Puppy Original is a complete diet containing all the nutrients a young dog needs for healthy development, ensuring they grow into happy, healthy adults. Hypoallergenic: each Burns wet dog food diet is hypoallergenic, meaning that even the most sensitive of dogs can enjoy these wet dog food meals without worrying about allergic reactions or painful digestion. This range of Burns wet dog food is designed to support the health and wellbeing of every dog. Made to his original recipe, John Burns’ Original Lamb & Brown Rice contains everything an adult dog needs for lifelong health and vitality. When used as a general maintenance diet it can help to maintain healthy skin, coat and digestion.Burns Alert - Lamb & Brown Rice is made with only natural ingredients, with no troublesome additions that could cause your dog issues. It is made with antioxidant-rich ingredients and is highly digestible, as well as being an economical option for providing your dog with all the nutrients it needs. Hypo-Allergenic: Burns Original is hypo-allergenic, so it is suitable for even the most sensitive dog. It is formulated without ingredients such as wheat, soya, dairy, artificial colourings and artificial preservatives which are known to cause symptoms of food intolerance including itchy skin, excessive moulting, full anal glands and waxy ears.