best dog food for allergies
best dog food for allergies
If your dog struggles with food sensitivities, finding a meal they can thrive on shouldn't be a guessing game. This high-protein, gluten-free dry dog food is built around sustainably caught, Ocean Wise® certified wild salmon one of the most digestible protein sources for dogs with allergies or sensitive stomachs. Made without peas, potatoes, or legumes, it's clean, wholesome nutrition your dog can actually handle.
Why Dogs with Allergies Do Better on This Food
Many commercial dog foods rely on chicken, beef, peas, or potatoes — common allergens that trigger itching, digestive upset, and coat problems in sensitive dogs. This formula takes a different approach: wild-caught salmon as the primary protein, paired with ancient grains like steel-cut oats, quinoa, and sorghum that are gentler on the gut and free from the most common dietary triggers.
Why You'll Love It
- Ocean Wise® certified wild-caught salmon — Sustainably sourced, highly digestible protein that supports lean muscle and is less likely to trigger allergic reactions than common proteins like chicken or beef.
- Gluten-free and legume-free — Made without peas, potatoes, and legumes — ingredients increasingly linked to digestive issues and potential cardiac concerns in dogs.
- Ancient grains for gentle energy — Steel-cut oats, quinoa, chia seeds, sorghum, and millet provide sustained energy and fiber without the inflammation linked to highly processed grains.
- Superfoods included — Coconut oil, pumpkin, and turmeric support skin health, digestion, and natural anti-inflammatory function.
- DHA from salmon oil — Supports brain development in puppies and cognitive health in adult dogs.
- Suitable for all life stages — AAFCO-compliant for puppies through adults (except large breed puppies 70 lb+ as adults).
Key Ingredients
Primary Protein: Wild-Caught Salmon
Salmon, Oats, Ocean Whitefish Meal, Sorghum, Quinoa, Coconut Oil, Herring Meal, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Millet, Carrots, Apples, Cranberries, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil (source of DHA), Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Dried Chicory Root, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Cinnamon, Turmeric, Rosemary Extract.
Feeding Guide — Adult Dogs
| Weight (lbs) | Less Active: Cups/Day | More Active: Cups/Day |
|---|---|---|
| 10 or less | ¼ - ½ | ¼ - ¾ |
| 10–20 | ½ - ¾ | ¾ - 1¼ |
| 20–30 | ¾ - 1¼ | 1¼ - 1¾ |
| 30–40 | 1¼ - 1½ | 1¾ - 2¼ |
| 40–60 | 1½ - 2 | 2¼ - 3 |
| 60–80 | 2 - 2½ | 3 - 3¾ |
| 80–100 | 2½ - 3 | 3¾ - 4½ |
Add ¼ cup for every 10 lbs over 100 lbs. Gestation: Increase 25–50%. Lactation: Feed free-choice.
Feeding Guide — Puppies
| Weight (lbs) | 1 to 6 Months: Cups/Day | 6 to 12 Months: Cups/Day |
|---|---|---|
| 10 or less | 1 - 1½ | ⅔ - 1 |
| 10–20 | 1½ - 2¾ | 1 - 1¾ |
| 20–30 | 2¾ - 3½ | 1¾ - 2⅓ |
| 30–40 | 3½ - 4⅓ | 2⅓ - 2¾ |
| 40–50 | 4⅓ - 5 | 2¾ - 3⅓ |
| 50–60 | 5 - 5¾ | 3⅓ - 4 |
| 60–70 | 5¾ - 6½ | 4 - 4⅓ |
| 70–80 | 6½ - 7¼ | 4⅓ - 4¾ |
Adjust feeding according to your dog's age, energy, and activity level. Always ensure fresh water is available.
Transition Instructions
It takes time to transition your pet to a new food without digestive upset. Over one to two weeks, gradually switch from the old food to the new: start with 75% old / 25% new, then 50:50, then 25:75, until fully transitioned to Open Farm food.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for:
- Dogs with food allergies or sensitivities to common proteins like chicken or beef
- Dogs with digestive issues, itchy skin, or coat problems linked to diet
- Owners who want a legume-free, pea-free formula
- Puppies through adult dogs (all life stages)
- Owners who prioritise sustainably sourced ingredients
May not be ideal for:
- Large breed puppies (70 lb or more as adults) — this formula is not recommended for that growth stage
- Dogs with confirmed salmon allergies
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this food suitable for dogs with chicken allergies?
A: Yes — this formula uses wild-caught salmon and ocean whitefish as its primary proteins, with no chicken ingredients.
Q: Does it contain peas or potatoes?
A: No — this formula is made without peas, potatoes, or legumes.
Q: Is it grain-free?
A: No — this is a grain-inclusive formula. It contains ancient grains like oats, quinoa, and sorghum, which are less likely to trigger sensitivities than refined grains and are not associated with the cardiac concerns linked to grain-free diets.
Q: Can I feed this to my puppy?
A: Yes, for most puppies. This formula meets AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages except for large breed puppies (expected adult weight of 70 lb or more).
Q: How do I transition my dog to this food?
A: Gradually switch over 1–2 weeks: 75% old / 25% new → 50:50 → 25:75 → 100% new food. This reduces the risk of digestive upset.
Q: What sizes are available?
A: Available in 4 lb ($32.99), 11 lb ($62.99), and 22 lb ($91.99) bags.
AAFCO Statement: Open Farm Wild-Caught Salmon & Ancient Grains Recipe w/ Quinoa & Pumpkin dog food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profile for all life stages except for growth of large size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult).