Healthy Dog Food For Labrador Retrievers

Labrador Retriever puppies have higher protein and calorie needs than adults to support their growth and development. Tom&Sawyer dog meals are formulated for adult maintenance, and some are also suitable for extra small, small, and medium breed puppies with the use of our Puppy Booster. Speak with your veterinarian about your Labrador Retriever's specific nutritional needs. Tom&Sawyer meals can be used as a tasty meal topper in large breeds.

For Labrador Retrievers, prioritize recipes with a named animal protein as the first ingredient, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. Helpful features can include whole vegetables, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, and no artificial preservatives or fillers. Given that Labrador Retrievers can be prone to itchy paws & skin, easily digestible proteins and minimal ingredient lists are especially important.

Yes, gently-cooked dog food can be a suitable choice for Labrador Retrievers. Cooking at low heat preserves the natural vitamins and minerals found in fresh ingredients, which are often destroyed in high-heat kibble manufacturing. Labrador Retrievers with itchy paws & skin may especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

Adult Labrador Retrievers are commonly fed two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Labrador Retriever puppies are often fed three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times may help regulate digestion and energy levels, which may be helpful for Labrador Retrievers prone to arthritis & joint pain.

Suitable protein options for Labrador Retrievers may include high-quality, named animal proteins, chicken, beef, turkey, or fish. For Labrador Retrievers prone to itchy paws & skin, a single-protein or limited ingredient recipe can help identify and avoid triggers. Tom&Sawyer uses human grade meat in every recipe, with no byproducts or mystery proteins.

Human grade dog food means every ingredient meets the same safety and quality standards as food made for people. For Labrador Retrievers, this matters because it avoids the low-quality byproducts and fillers found in most commercial pet food. Tom&Sawyer prepares all meals in a human grade kitchen in Canada, regulated to AAFCO standards.

Labrador Retrievers feeding amounts depend on their weight, age, and activity level. As a general guide, most Labrador Retrievers do well with two meals per day, morning and evening. Use the Tom&Sawyer Feeding Calculator to get a portion size tailored specifically to your dog.