The Honest Kitchen “Thrive” Dog Food
December 9, 2009
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The Honest Kitchen “Thrive” Dog Food
The Honest Kitchen is a private, family owned company located in the up-and-coming East Village near Downtown San Diego.
“At The Honest Kitchen, we believe that our selection of fresh wholesome, human grade foods are much better than the cooked mixture of by-products, fillers and other processed ingredients being served to many unfortunate pets, day after day.”
They offer four completely gluten-free, grain-free diets and all our products are guaranteed 100% wheat free.
The Honest Kitchen “Thrive” Dog Food
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“Thrive” Is The Honest Kitchen’s simplest formula, with only 7 ingredients. The ingredients in Thrive are very specific in that they are not common allergens. It does not contain flax, white potato or carrot which many dogs are sensitive to. It’s also contains a higher protein and fat content, making it ideal it for puppies and active dogs.
The Honest Kitchen “Thrive” Dog Food: First Five Ingredients Analysis:
- Free-range Chicken
- Organic Quinoa
- Sweet Potato
- Spinach
- Parsley
Free-range Chicken is the first ingredient, and accounts for the majority of the protein in this food. Free range chickens generally contain no hormones and are considered a high quality meat.
Organic Quinoa is the second ingredient, and is considered a high quality grain as it has high levels of quality protein, complex carbohydrates, as well as iron.
Sweet Potato is the third ingredient in the food and provides more complex carbohydrates for your dog. Sweet potato’s are high in various minerals, and very high in vitamin A.
Spinach is the fourth ingredient found in the Thrive formula. It is high in Vitamins A and K, as well as Minerals Magnesium, Manganese and Iron.
Parsley is the fifth ingredient in this food. Parsley is high in many vitamins and minerals, and is helps aid digestion and boost kidney function.
Please share your experiences with The Honest Kitchen’s “Thrive” Dog Food by posting a comment below!
The Honest Kitchen Force Dog Food – Full Ingredients List:
Free range chicken, organic quinoa, sweet potatos, spinach, parsley, organic kelp, rosemary and vitamins and minerals
The Honest Kitchen Force Dog Food – Guaranteed Analysis:
| Crude Protein, min. | 26.13% |
| Crude Fat, min. | 20% |
| Crude Fiber, max. | 6.3% |
| Moisture, max. | 7.26% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids, min. | 3.98% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids, min. | .63% |
| DHA (Docosohexaenoic Acid) min. | 0.01% |
*Pertains to the food as it comes out of the box – dehydrated, but still with a small amount of natural moisture present.
The Honest Kitchen Thrive Dog Food – Daily Feeding Guidelines:
Hydrate with fresh, warm water. After hydration, a process that takes just 5 to 10 minutes, these foods should be consumed right away. Any leftover food should be treated like fresh food, and refrigerated up to 48 hours or discarded.
The following daily amounts (DRY quantity) should be adjusted to suit your individual dog’s requirements, which vary according to age, breed and level of daily activity.
| Dog’s Weight | Amount Per Day (Dry) | |
|---|---|---|
| Less Active | More Active | |
| Up to 10 lbs | 1/2 Cup | 1 Cup |
| Up to 30 lbs | 1 Cup | 2 Cups |
| Up to 50 lbs | 2 Cups | 4 Cups |
| Up to 70 lbs | 2 1/4 Cups | 4 1/2 Cups |
| Up to 90 lbs | 2 3/4 Cups | 5 1/2 Cups |
A full standard US Measuring Cup of dehydrated food (which is 8 oz by volume or 4 oz by weight) will hydrate to make about 1lb of fresh food.
Half to one cup of extra meat or other ingredients may be mixed in with each cup of food, once hydrated. Please contact us if you would like guidance in deciding what to add, we are happy to help.
Preference feeding guidelines
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I use the Honest Kitchen products and love them. My dogs love the taste and the ingredients are all top of the line and very healthy. I recommend them to anyone who is concerned about the ingredients in their dog’s foods.
Thrive is so great. We use both Keen and Thrive formulas, and like Thrive because it has higher protein so no need to add anything to it. Its simple and healthy for our pug/beagle mix with sensitive digestion. He gets a 50/50 mix with kibble and he loves it!
Just a heads up people! I just found out that the honest kitchen uses ingredients from china, thailand, and the philippines. It’s not all a US product. So beware!
please state your sources
Honest Kitchen products are now China free
Nutrition Note: Celery contains folate which is essential for the production and maintenance of new cells as well as providing Potassium which helps control our nerves and muscles. It is a natural source of calcium, magnesium and vitamin.
( The Honest Kitchen will source celery from North America beginning August, 2010. Previously, celery was sourced from US operated farms in China, Europe and North America.)
http://www.thehonestkitchen.com/knowledge/our-ingredients/
I feed THK Thrive, Embark, Keen and about to try Zeal (new fish formula). My guys do great on it, however, I find that I need to add meat to each meal or the stools are too soft. Also, fish oil added back the shine to my girls’ coats.
THey love the flavor and I’ve never had one NOT eat THK foods. THK is great for travel, just add water and serve. We love it