An array of dog food options are on the market and dog owners often find it hard to make decisions on what kind they should feed their dog. Some dog foods may meet their nutritional needs but contain ingredients that they dislike or ingredients they are allergic to making the choice of meal difficult to make.
A portion of good dog food should provide your dog with sufficient nutrients like protein, omega fatty acids, and essential vitamins amongst others to support overall wellness.
Solid Gold is a brand that makes wholesome dog food with premium ingredients aimed at improving the overall health of your dog. It is formulated to support their growth and development.
They offer a variety of dog food recipes making it easier for you to choose among the products, the best food for your dog considering their nutritional needs and activity.
You can treat your furry companions to these wholesome foods formulated as a balanced blend of high-quality proteins, omega fatty acids, living probiotics, essential vitamins and minerals – all of which are easily digestible, nutrient dense, and help keep your dog strong and healthy all day long.
Their dog food products revolve around;
- Dry dog food
- Wet dog food
- Supplements
- Topper and Bone broth e.t.c.
Why Solid Gold?
The food we feed our pet directly affects their digestive systems and immune system as well and this in turn affects their overall wellness. The ease of digestion most times depends on the ingredients with which the food was made and at Solid Gold, their dog foods are made with high-quality ingredients to cleanse, balance and fuel the gut health of your dog, provide nourishment to their body as well as promote growth and development and overall wellness of your dog.
The varieties of Solid Gold dog food.
Dry Dog Food
Solid Gold Barking at the Moon High Protein.
This dog food recipe is formulated for high-energy dogs. Its protein source is USA-sourced beef flawlessly blended with functional superfoods to provide active dogs of all sizes, the energy, and support they need to remain strong and healthy. It is made with premium ingredients filled with essential vitamins and minerals that will help promote your dog’s gut health, immunity and overall health. It is sure to satisfy the barking crowd.
Ingredients:
Beef, Ocean Fish Meal, Pea Protein, Potatoes, Dried Eggs, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Peas, Dried Tomato Pomace, Natural Flavor, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Pumpkin, Blueberries, Cranberries, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 41.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 18.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 4.0% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 10.0% |
| DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Min.) | 0.1% |
| Vitamin E (Min.) | 100 IU/kg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids (Min.) | 1.5% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Min.) | 0.3% |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (Min.) | 100 mg/kg |
| Total Microorganisms (Min.)(Bacillus Coagulans†) | 2 x 10^5 cfu/g |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient
Calorie content (calculated):3825 kcal/kg, 415 kcal/cup metabolizable energy.
Feeding Instructions:
| Dog’s Weight (lbs) | Food per day (cup) |
| 5-15 | ½ – 1 |
| 16-30 | 1 – 1¾ |
| 31-45 | 1¾ – 2¼ |
| 46-60 | 2¼ – 2¾ |
| 61-75 | 2¾ – 3¼ |
| 76-100 | 4¼ – 4¼ |
| >100 | 4¼ + |
We recommend splitting these daily guidelines into two meals. The quantity given to your dog may vary based on their activity level, life stage, environment and health conditions. Note that it is necessary to maintain your dog’s ideal body condition to sustain good health. Since Solid Gold dog foods are complete and balanced, additional foods, treats and chews may alter that balance. Be sure to offer fresh, clean water daily.
For puppies and Lactating females, you may need to moisten the dry food with warm water. Since their appetite changes normally, they may need two to three times more food than shown in the table, though in smaller measures.
Transition Instructions:
Switching to any new dog food should be a gradual transition over 7 to 10 days. The transition procedure is shown in the table below. This gradual transition will help reduce digestive upsets that may occur due to the change in diet.
| Days 1-3 | 25% Solid gold mixed with 75% Other Food |
| Days 4-6 | 50% Solid gold mixed with 50% Other Food |
| Days 7-9 | 75% Solid gold mixed with 25% Other Food |
| Days 10+ | 100% Solid gold |
Solid Gold Love at First Bark Puppy
This recipe is formulated with all the essential nutrients your growing puppy needs. Its protein source is chicken, highly digestible and it contains DHA for cognitive development, balanced levels of omega 3 and omega 6 and three strains of living probiotics. It is a premium blend of functional superfoods. This recipe will promote your dog’s growth and development and provide essential nourishments necessary for a healthy life.
Ingredients:
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Protein, Ocean Fish Meal, Chickpeas, Pea Fiber, Dried Eggs, Apples, Ground Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Carrots, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Pumpkin, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Blueberries, Cranberries, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), DL-Methionine, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 28.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 16.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 5.0% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 10.0% |
| DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Min.) | 0.1% |
| Vitamin E (Min.) | 100 IU/kg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids (Min.) | 2.5% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Min.) | 0.5% |
| Calcium (min) | 1.2% |
| Calcium (max) | 1.7% |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (Min.) | 100 mg/kg |
| Total Microorganisms (Min.)(Bacillus Coagulans†) | 2 x 10^5 cfu/g |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient
Calorie content (calculated):3675 kcal/kg, 400 kcal/cup metabolizable energy.
Feeding Instructions:
| Dog’s Weight (lbs) | Up to 4 months (cup/day) | 4-8 months (cups/day) | 8-14 months (cups/day) | Adult 14+ months (cups/day) |
| 2-15 | ½ – 2¼ | ½ – 2 | ¼ – 1½ | ¼ – 1 |
| 16-30 | 2¼ – 3¾ | 2 – 3¼ | 1½ – 2½ | 1 – 1¾ |
| 31-45 | 3¾ – 5¼ | 3¼ – 4¼ | 2½ – 3½ | 1¾ – 2½ |
| 46-60 | 5¼ – 6½ | 4¼ – 5¼ | 3½ – 4¼ | 2½ – 3 |
| 61-75 | 6½ – 7½ | 5¼ – 6¼ | 4¼ – 5 | 3 – 3½ |
| 76-100 | 7½ – 9¼ | 6¼ – 7¾ | 5 – 6¼ | 3½ – 4¼ |
We recommend splitting these daily guidelines into two meals. The quantity given to your dog may vary based on their activity level, life stage, environment and health conditions. Note that it is necessary to maintain your dog’s ideal body condition to sustain good health. Since Solid Gold dog foods are complete and balanced, additional foods, treats and chews may alter that balance. Be sure to offer fresh, clean water daily.
For puppies and Lactating females, you may need to moisten the dry food with warm water. Since their appetite changes normally, they may need two to three times more food than shown in the table, though in smaller measures.
Transition Instructions:
Switching to any new dog food should be a gradual transition over 7 to 10 days. The transition procedure is shown in the table below. This gradual transition will help reduce digestive upsets that may occur due to the change in diet.
| Days 1-3 | 25% Solid gold mixed with 75% Other Food |
| Days 4-6 | 50% Solid gold mixed with 50% Other Food |
| Days 7-9 | 75% Solid gold mixed with 25% Other Food |
| Days 10+ | 100% Solid gold |
Wet Dog Food
Solid Gold Leaping Waters
This recipe is formulated particularly for sensitive stomachs, so if your dog has a sensitive stomach, this is the right recipe just for you. It is a grain-free and gluten-free meal that will encourage your pet to leap without limits thanks to lean, cold water salmon and farm fresh vegetables.
Ingredients:
Chicken, Salmon Broth, Whitefish, Chicken Liver, Salmon, Carrots, Pea Fiber, Potatoes, Peas, Alfalfa Meal, Ground Flaxseed, Salt, Cassia Gum, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Cranberries, Choline Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Pumpkin, Spinach, Blueberries, Apples, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Cobalt Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 8.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 6.5% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 1.5% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 78.0% |
Calorie content (calculated):1216 kcal/kg, 455 kcal/can metabolizable energy.
Feeding Instructions:
| Dog’s Weight (lbs) | Food per day (cans) |
| 5-15 | ½ – 1¼ |
| 16-30 | 1¼ – 1¾ |
| 31-45 | 1¾ – 2½ |
| 46-60 | 2½ – 3 |
| 61-75 | 3 – 3¼ |
We recommend splitting these daily guidelines into two meals. The quantity given to your dog may vary based on their activity level, life stage, environment and health conditions. Note that it is necessary to maintain your dog’s ideal body condition to sustain good health. Since Solid Gold dog foods are complete and balanced, additional foods, treats and chews may alter that balance. Be sure to offer fresh, clean water daily.
For puppies, feed them twice the recommended amount and provide fresh water at all times.
Transition Instructions:
Switching to any new dog food should be a gradual transition over 7 to 10 days. The transition procedure is shown in the table below. This gradual transition will help reduce digestive upsets that may occur due to the change in diet.
| Days 1-3 | 25% Solid gold mixed with 75% Other Food |
| Days 4-6 | 50% Solid gold mixed with 50% Other Food |
| Days 7-9 | 75% Solid gold mixed with 25% Other Food |
| Days 10+ | 100% Solid gold |
Solid Gold Bone Broth Stew
Give your dog the nutrient-rich goodness of lamb bone broth filled with protein in a 100% human grade stew. This delicious stew also will suit your dog’s palate. It is made with nutritious superfoods including sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, cranberries, green beans, and spinach, providing fiber and antioxidants to promote gut health and overall immune support.
Ingredients:
Lamb Bone Broth, Lamb, Tapioca Starch, Brown Rice, Green Beans, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Pumpkin, Cranberries, Spinach
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 6.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 1.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 3.0% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 88.0% |
| Collagen (Min.) | 1.0% |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient
Calorie content (calculated):750 kcal/kg, 250 kcal/carton metabolizable energy.
Feeding Instruction:
This meal can be served as a topper or standalone to complement your dog’s diet. Use within 3 days of opening. Refrigerate after opening.
Solid Gold Supplements
Solid Gold Stop Eating Poop
Solid Gold Stop Eating Poop supplement can help get rid of your dog’s Coprophagia. This easy-to-use chew naturally makes the stool taste bitter to make it unattractive to the dog consuming the stool. It is also made with superfoods like peppermint for breath aid and parsley oil to soothe digestion. It should be fed to your dog twice daily for the first two weeks, then, once daily. A decrease in stool eating behavior can generally be noticed about 2-4 weeks after use. See packaging for dosage guidelines.
Ingredients:
Active ingredients in 2 soft chews include: Peppermint 132 mg, Yucca Schidigera Extract 132 mg, Proprietary Enzyme Blend 28 mg.
Inactive ingredients include: Brewer’s Dried Yeast, Canola Oil, Dried Potato Product, Glutamic Acid, Glycerin, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Mixed Tocopherols, Natural Flavorings, Rice Powder, Rosemary Extract, Sorbic Acid, Tapioca Starch, Water.
Feeding Instructions:
| Dog’s weight (lbs) | Amount Per Dose |
| 1 – 40 | 1 soft chew |
| 41 – 79 | 2 soft chews |
| 80+ lbs | 3 soft chews |
Remember to give a recommended dose to your dog with mealtime twice per day for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, reduce to daily.
Solid Gold Calming Chews
A restless dog is an unhappy one. If your dog feels uneasy and restless, this is the right recipe for her condition. This great formula features Melatonin, Chamomile, Valerian Root, L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, and L-Tryptophan to manage your dog’s normal stress. No matter the cause of the uneasiness, whether a scary thunder, fireworks, a car ride or a vet appointment, the ingredients in these corn and wheat-free soft chews will help stabilize your dog. This will relieve you of the anxiety of how to help your furry companion stay calm.
Ingredients:
Active Ingredients Per 1 Soft Chew (1.75 g) Bioboost (Animal Plasma, Coconut Oil) 183 mg A Proprietary Blend of (Chamomile, Valerian Root, Ashwagandha, L-Theanine, L-Tryptophan, Melatonin) 118 mg Non-active Ingredients: Arabic Gum, Brewer’s Dried Yeast, Citric Acid, Coconut Glycerin, Guar Gum, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract, Smoked Bacon Flavor, Tapioca Starch, Vinegar.
Feeding Instructions:
| Dog’s weight (lbs) | Amount Per Dose |
| 1 – 15 | 1 soft chew |
| 16 – 30 | 2 soft chews |
| 31 – 45 | 3 soft chews |
| 46 – 60 | 4 soft chews |
| 61 – 75 | 5 soft chews |
| 75+ | 6 soft chews |
Remember to give a recommended dose to your dog with mealtime twice per day for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, reduce to daily
Bone Broth
Solid Gold offers a variety of bone broth recipes. Some include:
Solid Gold Beef Bone Broth
Improve your dog’s meal with this delicious topper made with real, human grade beef bone broth rich in naturally occurring collagen, as well as vitamins and minerals essential for overall wellness. Added turmeric provides an aromatic and flavorful treat that even the pickiest eaters will love. Plus, this broth is easy for pet parents to use simply add two tablespoons to your dog’s food as a tasty topper, use to moisten dry food for dogs with sensitive teeth, add to water for added flavor and to encourage proper hydration or serve on its own as a tasty treat.
Ingredients:
Beef Bone Broth, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Sesame Seed Oil, Turmeric.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 3.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 0.1% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 1.0% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 95.0% |
| Collagen (Min.) | 4.0% |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient
Calorie content (calculated):350 kcal/kg, 85 kcal/pouch metabolizable energy
Feeding Instructions
Serve approximately ¼ cup bone broth per 25 lbs. body weight. Adjust to meet your dog’s individual needs.
Solid Gold Chicken Bone Broth
Improve your dog’s meal with this delicious topper made with real, human grade chicken bone broth rich in naturally occurring collagen, as well as vitamins and minerals essential for overall wellness. Added lavender and chamomile provides an aromatic and flavorful treat that even the pickiest eaters will love. Plus, this broth is easy for pet parents to use simply add two tablespoons to your dog’s food as a tasty topper, use to moisten dry food for dogs with sensitive teeth, add to water for added flavor and to encourage proper hydration or serve on its own as a tasty treat.
Ingredients:
Chicken Bone Broth, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Sesame Seed Oil, Lavender, Chamomile.
Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein (Min.) | 3.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min.) | 0.1% |
| Crude Fiber (Max.) | 1.0% |
| Moisture (Max.) | 95.0% |
| Collagen (Min.) | 2.5% |
Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient
Calorie content (calculated):350 kcal/kg, 85 kcal/pouch metabolizable energy
Feeding Instructions
Serve approximately ¼ cup bone broth per 25 lbs. body weight. Adjust to meet your dog’s individual needs.
There are still other dog food products available on Solid Gold. You can check them out on their website. https://solidgoldpet.com/. You can also get any of these food products from there as they are available on their official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I transition my pet to a new Solid Gold food?
Switching to any new dog food should be a gradual transition over 7 to 10 days. Replace 25% of the current food with Solid Gold pet food for 2 to 3 days, then feed a little more Solid Gold pet food over the next 5 to 7 days until they are eating a Solid Gold formula exclusively. This gradual transition will help reduce any digestive upsets that may occur due to the change in diet.
- What is the shelf life of Solid Gold products?
Dry foods are stamped with a best use by date that is 18 months from the date of manufacture.
Canned foods are stamped with a best use by date that is (3) years from the date of manufacture.
Supplements are stamped with a best use by date that is (3) years from the date of manufacture.
- Why don’t your products contain chondroitin and glucosamine?
We do not include glucosamine and chondroitin in our foods due to the fact that every pet differs in their needs so we recommend using a joint supplement in addition to the food to help with joint health.The omega fatty acids and superfood components in our foods contain powerful natural anti-inflammatories which will support joint health as well.
- Is the fishmeal used in your products preserved with Ethoxyquin?
Our fishmeal ingredient is preserved with Naturox, a natural antioxidant, at the time the fish is processed to prevent rancidity on the trip to the manufacturing facility.
- What is “Ocean Fish Meal”?
The “ocean fish meal” used in Solid Gold foods is Atlantic Menhaden Herring, sourced from the Atlantic Ocean.
- Where are Solid Gold’s products made?
All Solid Gold dry dog and cat foods, treats and supplements are made in the USA. Our tuna based canned cat foods are made in Thailand in facilities that manufacture human consumption tuna and meet high quality and safety standards.