Do you have a Cavapoo that is a picky eater?
While I don’t have a Cavapoo, I do have two dogs that are incredibly fussy eaters so I know how stressful it can be trying to find pet food that your pup will consistently eat.
Cavapoos, just like any other breed or mix, can be prone to some health problems and food intolerances so it can be important to find high-quality meals for your little dog.
The good news is that there are a number of dog food brands in the UK at the moment who are providing fresh dog meals comprised of human-quality meat and fresh fruit and vegetables.
They’ll even work with you to tailor their high-grade meals to meet your Cavapoo’s specific needs before shipping the dog food direct to your door.
In this article, we’re going to learn about the best dog food for Cavapoos in the UK right now, looking a fresh meals that could be perfect if you have a fussy Cavapoo or a Cavapoo with allergies.
Of course, you should speak to your vet before you decide to make a change to your dog’s diet, ensuring that it’s a pet food brand they recommend as well as following their guidance on how to make a smooth transition to the new healthy meals.
So without further ado, let’s take a close look at the best dog food for Cavapoos in the UK.
Editor's note: The content on this website is meant to be informative in nature, but it should not be taken as veterinary, medical or professional advice. The content of our articles does not constitute veterinary advice. It’s always best to speak with your vet or a certified pet nutritionist before making any changes to your pet's diet or feeding routine.
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Cavapoo Allergies
Cavapoo (Photo: Adobe Stock)
The Cavapoo is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle to create a popular hybrid dog that can make a great canine companion in an urban setting.
While mix breeds are often viewed as healthier dogs than purebred dogs, these so-called designer dogs can still be prone to some health problems such as allergies.
Cavapoos have earned a reputation for having extremely sensitive stomachs and could possibly be struggling with a food intolerance that’s causing discomfort at mealtime.
Common ingredients that can trigger a dog’s food allergies include beef, dairy, wheat, eggs, chicken, lamb and soy.
If you notice your Cavapoo has itchy skin, itchy paws, skin rashes, scaly skin, eye discharge or hair loss, or your Cavapoo has symptoms such as sneezing, diarrhoea or vomiting, it could be a sign of a food allergy.
Of course, at this point, you should contact your vet immediately to get a diagnosis. This article isn’t health or veterinarian advice so Cavapoo owners should consult with an expert before making a change to their dog’s diet.
During our research on the Cavapoo breed, it became apparent that many Cavapoo owners had experienced a fussiness or pickiness with food at mealtime. This seems to be an issue that does affect a lot of the breed.
Cavapoo Fussy Eaters
Cavapoo are notoriously picky eaters – so if you’ve got a Cavapoo is being fussy at dinnertime, you’re not alone.
As I mentioned at the start of the article, I’ve got two dogs (they’re not Cavapoos but also a small breed) who are extremely picky.
I know how mentally taxing and incredibly stressful it can be when you’re much-loved canine companion isn’t eating despite picking up a new dog food brand from your supermarket shelf for the third time that week.
If you’re Cavapoo is turning their nose up at their kibble or wet food, it could be time to make a change to their diet in order to reignite their mealtime excitement.
But perhaps more importantly, traditional kibble and wet food can contain additives, fillers and nasties. By making a change to a fresh dog food company, you can give your Cavapoo a chance to enjoy a fresh diet that’s balanced and complete.
So not only could your resolve their pickiness, you can make a big impact on their health. As a small breed, it’s easy for Cavapoos to pack on the pounds if they’re eating calorie-dense dry food bought at the supermarket.
What Cavapoo Owners Say Online
Cavapoo (Photo: Adobe Stock)
I know how you can feel isolated when your dog isn’t eating their food and it feels like you’ve tried every possible option at your supermarket but your Cavapoo is snubbing their kibble after a couple of days.
However, it’s important to know you’re not alone. A search on Google highlighted lots of Cavapoo owners who are in the same boat with a fussy pup despite their best efforts to coax their Poodle cross to eat.
For instance, a Cavapoo owner posted the following question on social media site Reddit and it triggered a huge response from other Cavapoo pet parents.
Anyone’s Cavapoo a picky eater? Ours always seems hungry but when we set his food down, he has no interest in eating his food. We’ve used the same dry dog food since we brought him home. He’s 7 months old now and is very active.
Reecova explained that she had a similar problem with her 11-month old Cavapoo.
My guy is 11 months. He used to scarf food down. Then, overnight, he became a picky eater. I’d switch up the food and he would like it for a few days then leave it untouched until he was too hungry. I sometimes will spice his food up with hidden treats, or put tiny amount of peanut butter at the bottom of the bowl. I just think they’re gonna be grazers. For consecutive days of sever picky eating, I make sure to run him around like crazy. That sometimes helps correct the eating behavior.
Agrubb92 even likened his Cavapoo’s pickiness with food to “hunger strikes”.
I have a 2.5 year old Cavapoo who is insanely picky. We joke that he goes on “hunger strikes” and will sometimes go a day or two without touching his kibble, despite changing up the food at times. He does eventually eat and we’ve stopped stressing about it. He’s never been labeled as underweight and is 18 lbs as an adult. He gets a daily walk and play so we’ve never been able to figure out why he won’t eat some days. My friend’s Cavapoo does the same thing with food.
Someone with two Cavapoos chimed in on the issue on a Reddit thread on Cavapoo pickiness.
Both of my Cavapoo pups were picky and barely ever ate. At one point they felt sooo thin. It was a struggle and I would continuously try new foods to try to get them to eat. One day they would eat it and the next feeding they decided they didn’t like it!! It made me so worried. They would go days without eating. I’ve read that this is common with the breed!
So, you’re not alone if you have a Cavapoo who is turning their nose up at their food in their dog bowl. But we have some fresh dog food options that you may like to try.
I switched my fussy eaters onto balanced and complete fresh meals and the change in their behaviour was staggering. They wolfed down the food as well as appearing happier, healthier and more energetic than before.
Best Dog Food For Cavapoos UK
So, now that we’ve taken a deep dive into why Cavapoos could be fussy eaters and we’ve met some owners who have also experienced this picky behaviour with their Cavapoo, it’s time to check out some of our top picks available for Cavapoos in the UK at the moment.
1) Butternut Box
Website: butternutbox.com
Alaskan Klee Kai Copper with his Butternut Box recipes (Photo: @lifewithkleekai / Instagram)
Butternut Box are fresh dog food company who are feeding over 170,000 pups in the UK already! They’ve created a wide range of fresh dog meals that are comprised of human-quality meat and fresh fruit and vegetables. Butternut Box will tailor their meals to meet your Cavapoo’s specific needs, based upon their age, weight, activity level and potential allergies. Your Cavapoo’s balanced and complete meals will be shipped direct to your door in eco-friendly packaging so you can feed your canine companion nutritious meals and do your bit for the planet too. Interestingly, Butternut Box have positioned themselves as the best food for Cavapoos because there’s plenty of protein to support a bouncy lifestyle, their recipes are free from chemicals and other nasties and their meals are easy to digest. Of all the dog breeds that we’ve referred to Butternut Box, Cavapoos make the top three. So Butternut Box appear to be a hit with the Cavapoo cross breed.
We have an exclusive offer for helloBARK! readers who are thinking about signing up to Butternut Box. You can get 50% off your first Butternut Box order and 50% off your second Butternut Box order by clicking here.
2) Different Dog
Website: differentdog.com
Copper and Different Dog’s Health+ range (Photo: lifewithkleekai / Instagram)
If you’re still reading this article, you may remain unconvinced by Butternut Box. If so, let’s take a look at Different Dog. They’re slightly more premium than Butternut Box. While you’ll find yourself paying a little more for their meals, they’ve got a range of different recipes that are gently and lovingly cooked by their team of chefs. Different Dog even have a Health+ range that is perfect for Cavapoos or dogs that suffer from some specific health conditions. Their recipes are easy to digest, with gut health boosting ingredients and specially selected superfoods to support dogs with sensitivities. Cavapoo owners may find themselves delving a little deeper into their pockets if they opt for Different Dog, but their enticing menu should have something to get your Cavapoo excited!
If you would like to purchase Different Dog, you can get a 35% discount off your first 2 boxes by entering the HELLOBARKCC35 coupon code at checkout. To place your first order, click here.
3) Pure Pet Food
Website: purepetfood.com
Alaskan Klee Kai with their Pure Pet Food (Photo: www.hellobark.com)
Butternut Box and Different Dog have a great reputation for being an excellent option for fussy eaters. Pure Pet Food are another dog food brand who have proven extremely popular for dogs with sensitive tummies or pickiness at mealtime. Unlike the two brands we’ve already covered, Pure Pet Food have created air-dried dog food to cater to Cavapoo owners who prefer dry food over fresh meals. They’ve got a range of different recipes so you can mix up the flavours to keep your Cavapoo engaged. Unlike Butternut Box and Different Dog, you won’t have to sacrifice freezer space as Pure Pet Food can be stored in the cupboard. There is slightly more preparation required on your part as you’ll have to mix the air-dried food with some water to create your Cavapoo’s meals.
4) ZENOO
Where To Buy: myzenoo.com
ZENOO freeze-dried raw dog food range (Photo: hellobark.com)
We’ve taken a look at fresh dog food meals and air-dried dog food but now we’re going to put forward a freeze-dried raw dog food option. ZENOO have created freeze-dried raw dog food using some cool technology that is also utilized by NASA (more on that in the full review here). ZENOO was created as a result of a Chihuahua’s bout of illness so you can be confident knowing that their recipes are comprised of high-quality ingredients. They’ve used high-quality meat along with fruit and veggies to provide Cavapoos with balanced and complete meals. Unlike raw dog food, Cavapoo owners won’t have to worry about handling raw meat as ZENOO’s food is freeze-dried raw. You just use the scooper included!
You can save 30% on your first order by clicking here.
5) Bella & Duke
Website: www.bellaandduke.com
Copper with his Bella and Duke delivery (Photo: lifewithkleekai)
If you’ve decided to adopt a raw-fed diet rather than freeze-dried raw, you may want to check out Bella & Duke for your Cavapoo. They’re a Scottish company who are staying at the “cutting edge” of pet nutrition to ensure your Cavapoo is only getting the best. They’ve got a range of tasty recipes that are made up of high quality cuts of meat and bones, as well as oils, antioxidants, herbs, season vegetables, fruits and berries. Bella & Duke stress on their website that they only use meat sourced from Great Britain and Ireland. Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) have approved Bella & Duke’s meals which should give you peace of mind.
Anything Else To Consider
We strongly advise that you speak to your vet before you decide to make a change to your Cavapoo’s diet.
If you make a change too quickly, you risk upsetting your Cavapoo’s stomach which could lead to further problems.
You vet should be able to offer guidance on how to make a transition to a new type of dog food, while the brands will usually offer expert help on this transitional process too.
Wrapping Up – Our Final Thoughts
We’ve reached the end of our article on the best dog food for Cavapoos in the UK at the moment.
If you’ve got a Cavapoo who is a fussy eater, you’re not alone. The good news is you can ditch the unappetising kibble or wet food in favour of fresh dog meals.
Our top pick for picky Cavapoo eaters is Butternut Box. They’re already feeding a lot of Cavapoos so you take confidence from the fact that they’re popular with other members of the hybrid breed.
They’ve got a diverse range of recipes to keep even the fussiest Cavapoos excited at mealtime, while providing Cavapoo owners with the ability to switch up the protein source.
Overall, we believe Butternut Box represent the best value for money without comprising on food quality.
Having said that, you won’t go wrong with the other four options in this article.
We have an exclusive offer for helloBARK! readers who are thinking about signing up to Butternut Box. You can get 50% off your first Butternut Box order and 50% off your second Butternut Box order by clicking here.
