By the editors of DogFriendlyCompanies.com
Less than 48 hours after my order was placed, a FedEx truck arrived in the driveway, and delivered the Lucky Dog Cuisine order I placed for my dog, Cori.
Packed inside a Styrofoam cooler with dry ice were blocks of this homemade, healthy dog food. With their quick delivery and effective packaging, I was I already impressed with Lucky Dog, even before I experienced the product itself. All items arrived fully frozen and intact; there was no question about whether there was partial thawing on the journey from South Carolina.
My only issue was which flavor to thaw first. Should I go with the Original Beef and Rice? Or maybe the Tail Waggin’ Turkey? I decided on the former, and stuck it in the fridge. The other packages were rehomed in the freezer for later use.
The next day, the Original Beef and Rice was thawed and we were ready to go. I cut open the bag, and transferred the food into a big bowl for storage. As I did so, I noticed that in contrast to many store bought dog food, the Lucky Dog ingredients were easily identifiable – vegetables, rice, and big chunks of beef (Angus, by the way) all announced themselves clearly, and I knew I was dealing with healthy, whole foods. I believe in eating well … Why shouldn’t I provide Cori with the same opportunity?
But as tempting as it was, I didn’t give Cori a big dose at once. As most dog parents know, incorporating new foods into a dog’s diet should be done with care and caution. One doesn’t want to abruptly replace a dog’s normal food with new food, lest our dogs experience tummy aches. No fun for anyone. Rather, it is wise to incorporate new foods slowly and in small amounts.
Dr. Janice Elenbaas, founder of Lucky Dog Cuisine, understands this. In the literature that arrived with the food, she outlines a suggested protocol, beginning with replacing a quarter of your dog’s meal with Lucky Dog. As I scooped out Cori’s first serving, she waited attentively, and promptly finished what I gave her. I thought to myself, “Yes, this product is Cori tested and Cori approved.”
I continue to incorporate Lucky Dog into Cori’s diet, giving her a few tablespoons with meals, and a tablespoon or so with a few ounces of water as an afternoon snack. Even though her regular dog food is holistic and top of the line, I feel good knowing that I am also feeding her whole foods, not just “dog food.”
I can’t say for sure, but I think that first night after Cori tried the Original Beef and Rice, I heard her whisper, “I’m a lucky dog… I’m a lucky dog....” in her sleep. Whether that is due to the fact that she is so well loved, or that she was happy with her new snacks, one will never know.
