To find the recipes we recommend for senior dogs, please visit the page on our site that filters products by the “senior” life stage, also found here.
Alternatively, we’ve listed our top recommended diets here:
Dehydrated Foods
Dehydrated foods tend to be a favorite for senior pups, especially those who need softer foods due to fewer teeth.
Dehydrated Grain Free Fish: This grain free recipe is made with wild-caught white fish and produce like sweet potatoes, pumpkin and parsley. This recipe is a dehydrated dog food is a natural human grade food that’s created especially for senior dogs with certain dietary restrictions. It is higher in protein and low in fat and carbohydrates. The Grain Free Fish recipe grain-free dog food is especially suited for dogs who do better without certain pet food ingredients such as gluten, poultry, beef, flax and white potatoes.
More info here: https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/dehydrated-grain-free-fish-dog-food
Dehydrated Whole Grain Beef: this classic dehydrated recipe, made with ranch raised beef, eggs, whole grains and produce like carrots, parsley, cranberries and spinach is a human grade dog food that’s ideal for adult dogs including seniors as well as dogs who do better without poultry.
More info here: https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/dehydrated-whole-grain-beef-dog-food
Dehydrated Whole Grain Turkey: this hearty dehydrated whole grain recipe is made with cage-free turkey, organic oats and garden vegetables like carrots and cabbage. This is ideal for dogs who do better with low gluten, whole grains and without chicken, beef, eggs and fish.
More info here: https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/dehydrated-whole-grain-turkey-dog-food
It's important to remember that each dog is different. If your senior is still active or has a high metabolism one of our adult recipes might still be sufficient. Always be sure to check with your vet!
What about senior pups with specific dietary restrictions?
We know that every pup is different. That’s why we created a “Find My Recipe” quiz to help each pet parent find the best food for their pup. In the quiz, you’ll answer questions about your pet’s age, size, activity level and dietary restrictions to help find the best recipes for them. Take the quiz here: https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/pet-food-finder