Forthglade Cold Pressed Chicken vs Scrumbles Turkey Dry

Pros

• ✓Named chicken is the first ingredient at 32.5%, backed by salmon oil and egg powder for protein and omega-3
• ✓Full composition with declared percentages and no by-products, meat meal or vague 'animal derivatives'
• ✓Several reviewers report firmer stools and less flatulence after switching, helped by beet pulp, MOS and chicory prebiotics
• ✓Strong palatability feedback — owners describe fussy dogs and previously picky eaters finishing it readily

Cons

• ✗Pellets are very hard — one owner soaked them before their dog would eat, and flagged them as awkward for small dogs
• ✗Premium price point; multiple reviewers note it is 'not cheap'
• ✗Dried peas appear high in the list, which inflates the protein figure with plant rather than meat protein
• ✗Single-protein chicken base limits it for dogs with a specific poultry sensitivity

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Pros

• ✓50% free-run turkey as primary ingredient — no by-products or vague meat derivatives
• ✓Excellent digestive outcomes reported: firmer stools, reduced upset stomachs, especially in sensitive breeds
• ✓High palatability — fussy dogs eating immediately, including small breeds
• ✓Added probiotics and slippery elm provide meaningful gut health support beyond basic nutrition

Cons

• ✗One reviewer noted a perceived drop in meat quality, suggesting possible batch or recipe variation over time
• ✗Not formulated for puppies — adult and senior only, limiting household versatility
• ✗At least one dog showed skin itching, though likely environmental rather than dietary in that case
• ✗Premium price point typical for this ingredient tier may not suit all budgets

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