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The Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Dog owners rush to Amazon as Winalot 40-pack is reduced to 19p EACH – save 46%
DOG owners are flocking to Amazon to snap up a superb Prime Day deal on a multi-pack of Winalot food. The 40-pack of 100g pouches has been reduced from £14.92 to £7.60, working out at just 19p per pouch. 1 Winalot Meaty Chunks Dog Food, 40 x 100g, £14.92 £7.60 With the huge Amazon Prime Day sale in its second day, now's the perfect time to stock up on this bumper pack for dogs. We've spotted some outstanding deals on household essentials for pets, including a Felix sachet mega-pack that's reduced to just 22p per pouch. This mega pack includes 10 pouches of chicken with carrots, 20 pouches of beef with potatoes, and 10 pouches of lamb with carrots. With over 4,500 five-star reviews and 20,000 sold in the last month alone, it's no wonder proud pup owners are snapping up this brilliant deal, which is the number one bestseller in dog food pouches on the site. The Winalot pouches have been created for an intense, tasty and juicy gravy flavour, but also as a way to provide balanced nutrition. Most of the reviews emphasise bowls being wiped completely clean! Each sachet is packed with Vitamins A, D3 and a variety of minerals which work together to support healthy skin and a shiny coat whilst tasting great. The pouches have also been created by the pet nutrition experts at PURINA, meaning they are free from added artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives – none of those icky ingredients that are bad for your doggy. Happy Amazon shoppers are raving about this box of goodies. One doggy owner writes: 'If you want to see your pups turn into happy, satisfied food critics who might just start writing reviews themselves, Winalot Meaty Chunks is your golden ticket.' Many have noted how even the fussiest of dogs are enjoying the pouches and the variety that comes with the mega pack. One dog owner said, 'My jack russells won't eat anything else - Winalot Sunday dinner is the best you can get.' So, if you're ready to treat your four-legged friend, head over to Amazon to grab yourself this Winalot bargain – both your dog and your wallet will thank you. Just remember, you'll need to be signed up to Amazon Prime - which costs £8.99 per month after a 30-day free trial. best Amazon Prime Day deals.
The Sun
27-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Save 40% off new Forthglade baked range dog food pet owners are raving about
KEEPING our precious pets happy and healthy is easy, but what goes into their bowl matters just as much as daily walks and lots of love. More dog owners are turning to a natural approach, and Forthglade's dog food ranges offer gently prepared foods that nourish pets from the inside out. Save 40% off with code LB40FG25 The new Lightly Baked range is fast becoming a favourite with pet owners and their pooches. It uses simple, natural ingredients and a baking process designed to lock in flavour and nutrition. Pet owners have praised the range for being both tasty and easy to digest. In five-star online reviews for the Lightly Baked Lamb Dry Food, one buyer shared, "My dogs love this, and their stomachs have never been better." Another pet owner said: "My dogs absolutely love this food. "It's taken me three years to find a really good quality food with very few ingredients, as my dog has skin allergies." Another fan stated: "This food must be lovely. Save 40% off Forthglade's Lightly Baked range Forthglade's Lightly Baked range offers a wholesome alternative to heavily processed kibbles. New Forthglade customers can save 40% off their first order with the exclusive code: LB40FG25. This offer ends on September 13, 2025. Alongside the 40% off offer, pet parents can also take advantage of 20% off the brand's Treat Bundles. To claim the savings, enter the code: 20TREAT at checkout, a perfect excuse to stock up on those tail-wagging must-haves. Offer applies exclusively to products within the Lightly Baked range. Both codes are only redeemable at for new UK customers only, while stocks last. Unlike traditional dry dog food that's cooked at high temperatures, Forthglade's Lightly Baked range is gently oven-baked in small batches. The lower-temperature method helps to preserve the natural goodness of every ingredient, meaning your pooch gets a delicious meal packed with must-have nutrients. Beyond its nutritional benefits, the Lightly Baked range also boasts an irresistible texture that your dog will love. The naturally crisp exterior combined with a softer, chewier centre makes it a hit with even the pickiest pups and works well as a complete meal, or as a training treat or reward. Each recipe is made using high-quality natural ingredients like chicken, turkey and lamb, paired with vegetables, botanicals, and added vitamins and minerals. Every Lightly Baked option is free from artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives, so it's great for sensitive stomachs and supports the overall well-being of your pet.
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Dog owners share how customisable pet food transformed their pup's health: ‘A new lease of life' (and it's now 40% off)
Your dog's health starts with what's in their bowl, impacting everything from digestion to energy levels and even their mood. That's why Pure Pet Food delivers personalised, vet-approved meals tailored to your dog's unique needs - and right now, you can get 40 per cent off your first box. Pure Pet Food Personalised Plan You wouldn't eat junk every day, so why should your dog? With endless dog food options out there, it's hard to know what's actually good for them. Pure Pet Food takes the guesswork out. From just 89p a day, this UK-based subscription delivers vet-backed, nutritionist-formulated meals straight to your door - tailored to your dog's needs, from succulent chicken to tasty duck. Just answer a few quick questions to get a personalised menu and enjoy 40 per cent off your first box and 15 per cent off your second, with no hidden fees and the freedom to cancel or change anytime. 40% off your first box Shop With hundreds of five-star reviews, dog paw-rents across the country have seen a real difference in their dogs' health many calling the change truly transformational for their pets' wellbeing and happiness. One owner shared how their pet now 'licks the bowl clean every time' after switching to Pure Pet Food. 'New lease of life,' one raved. 'Rosie has been on Pure Pet Food for 6 weeks and OMG what a difference! You have given our 12-year-old American Bulldog a whole new lease of life, her energy levels have raised and you can tell she is feeling better in herself. Her coat is so shiny her fur really soft, looks like puppy fur again.' 'My dog has always had a sensitive stomach,' a second five-star reviewer commented. 'But since switching to Pure it has gotten so much better!' Instead of lugging home bags of food from the pet shop each month, a Pure Pet Food subscription delivers one handy box straight to your door with no delivery fees and no hassle. And since every dog is wonderfully different (just like their personality), each box is tailored to your pup's unique needs, making it easy to invest in your furry best friend's health. The team will ask questions about your dog's age, weight and ailments before creating a unique menu filled with delicious, natural ingredients. Unlike other pet food brands on the market, Pure Pet Food don't use any preservatives within its meals, meaning there's no hidden nasties - and that it's more likely your dog will actually enjoy their meal (no more sad brown rocks). And you can choose how much food you'd like and how often you'd like it to be delivered. Promised to be 'full of the same ingredients you'd find in your own food', each meal from is designed to be highly digestible, too, so it's the perfect option for any dog who struggles with stomach issues. According to the Pet Food Industry Association, 51 per cent of dogs are overweight or obese, which can potentially lead to several health issues later in life, including arthritis and diabetes. Switching your pup to a healthier, more natural diet may help them maintain a healthy body weight - meaning longer walks and more outdoor fun! As well as being the owner of a happy and healthy dog, a Pure Pet Food subscription also comes with a whole host of other benefits, including surprise gifts and access to expert advice, and you'll automatically be entered to win a free month's worth of food every month. Ready to make the switch and give your dog the health boost they deserve? Click here to find out more and sign up today to save 40 per cent off your first box and 15 per cent off your second.
News.com.au
25-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- News.com.au
Lyka Pet Food Review: My Dog's New Favourite Food
It's official, my dog Prada officially eats better than me. And when you're getting daily servings of quinoa, mushrooms and kale, I totally get why she's hooked. After all, it can't be easy for her to get the same Royal Canin kibble and wet food for every meal. I don't blame her for picking out the pumpkin and eggs, or licking doggy peanut butter off the biscuits. But for me, the worst part is seeing her skip her meals and having to dump full bowls in the bin because she refuses to eat unless it's a treat, veggies, apple or some meat. And if it's a repeat dish, forget about it. I just want her to be well fed and happy, so I've been constantly trying to mix things up with different foods. Having a meal subscription for a dog was such a strange concept to me at first, but it also makes total sense. For us humans, getting weekly deliveries of pre-made food can be a quick and fuss-free way to sort out dinner or avoid buying lunch at work so maybe it could also work with pets. I've seen Lyka * ads pop up on my social media a fair few times, so I was pretty excited to test it out. The monthly subscription service delivers fresh frozen dog food to your door, along with any extra supplements and treats, and everything is claimed to be high in protein and less processed than some products on the market. So, if you're one of the fellow pet owners who hounded me about what I thought of Lyka at the post office, make sure to check out our review below. Lyka is a brand that's pretty much on every pet owner's radar and I don't think has ever been as popular than when I walked out of the office with my starter box. Co-workers and even strangers at the train station kept stopping me to ask, 'is Lyka actually good?' Some said they were curious after getting recommended by friends but don't know if the price would be justified, while others were just fascinated by a meal delivery service for dogs. At the end of the day, we all want to give the best for our four-legged family members and make life as convenient as possible. Having dogs isn't cheap either, and Lyka's plans can rack up surprisingly quickly (especially if you have multiple puppers). For me and Prada, the meal deliveries are totally worth it. I'm relieved to see her demolish her favourite beef, chicken or lamb bowl as soon as it's served, instead of skipping meals and waiting for veggie snacks. She's also a little more energetic and playful overall, and there's no need to worry about her sitting at home hungry next to a full plate. I also like the fact the plans are flexible and can be easily delayed, as well as adjusted to include flavours she actually likes. It's a 'yes' for us. WHAT TYPE OF FOOD DOES LYKA OFFER? Lyka currently offers six types of meals and you can check out all the ingredients, benefits and detailed nutritional breakdowns (plus FAQs) on their website. They're generally suitable for all life stages, from puppy to senior. Here's what's on the menu: • Grass fed beef bowl: a mix of protein, veggies and superfoods. Some ingredients include beef mince, beef heart, purple sweet potato, broccoli, carrots, kale, sardines, beef liver, psyllium seed husk, fish oil, ginger, flaxseed oil, kelp and spirulina. • Free range chicken bowl: an ideal option that's 'gentle on tummies' and lean enough for dogs packing a little extra weight. Some ingredients include chicken breast, chicken heart, chicken liver, shiitake mushroom powder, butternut squash and basil. • Barn raised turkey bowl: contains antioxidant-rich ingredients like turmeric to help pupper's with sensitive stomaches. It also includes turkey mince, quinoa, spinach, broccoli, flaxseed oil, carrots and more. • Grass fed lamb bowl: an immunity booster and calorie dense meal for active dogs. It's made with lamb mince, lamb heart, lamb lung, lamb liver, quinoa, blueberries, coconut, beetroot powder, kelp, hemp seeds and more. • Kangaroo bowl: great for dogs that need low fat and gut-friendly meals. It includes kangaroo mince, kale, chia seeds, raspberries, mushroom, green cabbage, kelp, flaxseed oil and more. • Hypoallergenic Pro: made without common food allergens to suit those with certain sensitivities, and cooked gently to help with digestibility. Some ingredients include goat mince, goat heart, goat liver, purple sweet potato, cauliflower, carrots, coconut, hemp seeds, blueberries, Brazil nuts and beetroot powder. The variety of flavours is fantastic and I love how Prada's gotten so much more excited about meal time than ever before. I was actually surprised how there was zero hesitation when she first gave the meals a taste. The beef is her absolute favourite and a clear winner considering I've seen her lick the freshly empty bowl so aggressively that both her and the dish usually end up sliding towards the fridge or under a chair. Since packets last up to two days once opened, sometimes I have a couple of options going at the same time so she can enjoy a different plate in the evening. While there's a half bowl option to mix in with other food, I find the full bowl more verastile. If I'm adding kibble, I take a quarter of the packet and it does the job without going past the two-day period or limiting Prada to mixed meals which she'll likely get tired from. The picky princess also looks a lot more satisfied with the Lyka meals. She typically leaves her bowl untouched until 11pm, or simply licks the good stuff (e.g. egg) off the kibble before calling it a day. Now, she gobbles the raw food down immediately and makes sure there's not a single crumb left. HOW MUCH DOES LYKA COST? Lyka offers two types of subscription plans: Full bowl and half bowl. • Full bowl plan ($6.65 per day): this is designed to give your dog 100 per cent of their daily nutrients. • Half bowl plan ($4 per day): this is Lyka's affordable alternative and aims to fulfill 50 per cent of a dog's nutritional requirements. It's ideal if you tend to mix in kibble or prefer to test the waters with your fur baby's favourites. I actually ordered a starter box after Prada quickly polished off the set she got sent over for the review. Before trying the subscription service, it was honestly a bit of a stuggle to get her to eat at times and I've gotten tired of throwing out food that's been left out most of the day. If it's not treats, eggs or raw food, there's good chance the bowl will still be full in the evening. Sometimes Prada also waits until I get back home before eating, and there's no way I'm leaving meat out for more than eight hours. Now, she generally gobbles the Lyka food as soon as it comes out so there's no need to worry about her being hungry. If she decides to sleep in, I'll pop it in the fridge and put down some kibble in case she wants something while I'm out. Ordering the meal deliveries was simple. There's a super short survey at the start which asks things like your dog's weight, age, breed, level of daily physical activity and whether they have any food intolerances. The good news is that the first two orders are 30 per cent off and everything is pretty flexible. You'll start the subscription with two weeks worth of food, followed by four weeks of meal prep for future orders. Each Full bowl packet is 500g and can take a bit of space in the freezer, but you can free up some room by popping a few in the fridge so they're ready to go. If you want to delay or cancel, you can simply change this in your account. You can also select certain meals, which is great if your dog has a favourite or isn't keen on a particular dish. On the downside, the subscription can add a decent chunk to your grocery bill compared to what you get at the supermarket (especially if you have multiple dogs). I usually get the Royal Canin wet dog food pouches, which can set me back around $33 for the 12-pack. I typically mix this with either the Mini Adult Dry Dog Food or Jack Russell Adult Dry Dog Food, both of which cost between $40-$50 for the smallest bag and can last a few months instead of just four weeks. WHAT ELSE DOES LYKA OFFER? Aside from monthly deliveries of fresh dog food, Lyka also has a range of supplements and air-dried snacks. Prada's absolutely obsessed with the Beefy Bites, which are these super crunchy treats made from beef heart. (Literally, that's the only ingredient.) Similar to the meal menu, there are a variety of options tailored to suit different needs. She's also a big fan of the Parmesan Meal Topper. Other treats include: • Sarine Snaps • Mussel Munchies • Chicky Chews • Pig Twigs. There's also the Skin Supplement to fresh their skin, coat and nails, as well as a Calm Supplement, Joint Supplement and Go-To Gut Helper. IS IT WORTH SUBSCRIBING TO LYKA'S PET FOOD MEAL DELIVERIES? This is hands down (or should we say, paws down) the most convenient, fuss-free way to keep your dog well fed and happy. Food subscription services aren't cheap, whether it's for humans or pets, but Lyka lets you treat your cutest best friend with flexible plans and a variety of meals designed to give your pupper a complete and balanced diet. While I probably won't be totally dumping our regular kibble order, we're definitely converts and I'll be incorporating the Lyka subscription into my grocery list to keep Prada's belly happy without steering away from the monthly budget. Sign up to our free weekly shopping newsletter to stay on top of the latest deals, trends and top-rated product roundups. *Product has been provided by Lyka for a 100 per cent independent, honest review.
Reuters
10-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Nigeria's dog owners hit with surging pet food prices amid cost of living crisis
IBADAN, Nigeria, June 10 (Reuters) - Nigeria's two-year-old cost of living crisis, which has seen the price of grocery staples like rice rise over 100% since 2023, has reached the relatively affluent class of dog owners, who are struggling to feed their pets because of soaring food costs. Keeping animals as pets is a recent trend in Nigerian society, where traditionally people were more likely to live with chicken or goats reared for food. Over the past two decades, there was a rise in the number of households in urban areas keeping pet dogs, often for security in a country plagued by violent crime, but also for companionship. No precise data are available on dog ownership, but a 2023 survey by research agency TGM Statbox indicated that around 42% of Nigerians own pets. However, in a sign of economic hard times hitting across society, that is an increasingly expensive luxury. One dog owner, Peter Anthony, a student who lives with his parents in the southwestern city of Ibadan, said feeding his German Shepherd, Flora, was never previously a concern for the family. "Before the whole high cost of living saga, feeding her was so easy," he said, waiting for Flora at a pet hospital where she had been treated for an ear condition. "But now, by the time you pick out that money from your pocket, you'd know that something has left you," he said. The family now feeds Flora a smaller daily ration of noodles mixed with fish or eggs, Anthony said. Flora's owners are among the lucky ones who are still able to keep their dog healthy, even footing vets' bills. In a crisis that began when government removed a fuel subsidy and devalued the naira currency in May 2023, inflation has been in double digit territory, hitting 34.80% last December, the highest in three decades, before easing to 23.71% in April. Latest World Bank data shows that 31% of Nigeria's more than 200 million citizens live below the international extreme poverty line of $2.15 per day. While pet owners are not among the country's poorest, they are feeling the pinch. Some dog breeders say they are reducing their activity because so many pet owners are struggling. Sarah Mokelu, who has a business importing dogs from Russia, has reduced the frequency of her trips there to about once every three months, from twice a month previously, because of surging prices and a drop in sales. During her twice a month trips, she said she would bring between 15 and 20 dogs. Now, during her last trip in May, she brought in six dogs. "Feeding has really humbled a lot of people," said Mokelu, 63, at her home in the Ejigbo neighbourhood of Lagos. "There was a feed we bought about six months ago for 40,000 naira ($25.70), now we're buying for 70,000 naira." This price, for a 15-kg (33-lb) bag, is the same as the country's minimum monthly wage of 70,000 naira. Akindele Olunloyo, CEO of a dog importing company called Pet Lovers Nigeria, said all of his costs - animals, food, transport, permits, airport fees - had risen so much that he had changed his business model. Olunloyo runs an online platform that helps Nigerians buy and sell pets. He said 90% of the people on the site were interested in buying and selling dogs at a price range of 20,000 to 100,000 naira, well below the price he might charge for an imported dog, which could be in the 300,000-500,000 naira range. "I now import only for clients who are interested in buying their own food, high net worth Nigerians who place specific orders," he said. Several breeders said they had switched from imported dog foods to cheaper alternatives, like mixing rice or noodles with fish eggs. As imported dog food has become unaffordable for many, business has improved for local pet food producers. "People not being able to afford the foreign kibbles ... made people to look in our direction," said Theresa Iwhewhe, who owns a pet hospital and pet food producing company in Ibadan. There is hardly any data on locally produced pet foods. But research firm ReportLinker says imports into Nigeria are expected to decline to 769,000 kg by 2028, down from around 1.3 million kg in 2023. ($1 = 1,558.3100 naira)
