Feeding the right diet to your dog is the single most important and responsible thing a pet owner can do.
But we all have a budget…
When thinking and preparing to bring a puppy or maybe rescue dog home, you should always look at the cost implications first and then decide if you can afford one.
Vets costs
Puppy/training classes
Feeding costs
Day care and holiday care
Essentials like Collars, leads, bedding, stimulation toys and even a training/transportation crate.
There is a lot to think about, but let’s not dwell…
Your biggest ongoing cost is going to be your puppies food.
Remember you are always going to get out what put in nutritional wise so let’s not compromise on this, in fact when you do the maths it probably won’t cost you much more when you feed a better diet against a lesser quality diet.
Here are the benefits…
🦴 Stronger muscles and healthier weight
Good dog food has balanced protein, fats, and nutrients.
Muscles develop properly
The dog maintains a healthier weight
Energy levels become more stable instead of spiky or sluggish
Dogs that previously ate low-quality food often become more active and playful because their body finally gets usable fuel.
✨ Better coat and skin
One of the fastest visible changes is the fur.
Shinier coat
Softer fur
Less itching or flaky skin
This happens because quality foods contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and better protein sources.
💩 Healthier digestion (yes, poop changes!)
It’s not glamorous, but it’s true.
Smaller, firmer stools
Less frequent diarrhoea
Less gas
Better ingredients mean the dog absorbs more nutrients, so less waste comes out.
🧠 Improved brain and behaviour
Good nutrition supports the brain and nervous system. Some owners notice:
Better focus during training
Calmer behaviour
Less hyperactivity caused by sugar or fillers
🛡️ Stronger immune system
Quality food provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help the body fight illness. Over time this can mean:
Fewer infections
Faster recovery
Better overall longevity
⏳ What the timeline usually looks like
1–2 weeks: digestion improves
3–6 weeks: coat and skin look better
2–3 months: body condition, energy, and immune health noticeably improve
All this for less than £1 per day when you feed Ron’s Grain Free Diet, which is probably cheaper than your takeaway coffee per week.
