Introduction:

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1. Brand introduction

Farmina is a brand from Italy. The word family has always been used throughout the brand. In 1965, Mr. Francesco Russo founded RussoMangimi Company, a company specializing in animal nutrition research.

In 1999, Dr. Angelo Russo, the son of founder Francesco, shifted the company's focus to the pet food industry with a new perspective. He wanted to develop food based on scientific research focused on pet health, so he approached the British company Farmina to start a cooperation. The current FarminaVetResearch team is composed of veterinarians and nutritional formula experts. The team has developed long-term relationships with dozens of independent veterinarians to conduct ongoing systematic research into the best foods for pets’ physiology. "Give our pets a long and happy life" is the brand concept.

Natural Quinoa Wet Food Series

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Grain-Free Marine Series

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Vet Life prescription food

2. Brand background

Currently farmina’s agent in China is Chongqing Feimeng Pet Co., Ltd. This is also called the anti-counterfeiting "flying cute mark". Although Farmina has different series of products, currently only the Essence Grain-Free and Grain-Free Marine series are sold in China. Except for Chicken Pomegranate and Orange Herring, no other flavors of these two series are available for sale.

Grain-free Essence Series

3. Product Catalog

[Product Name] Farmina Grain-Free Essence Pomegranate Chicken Adult Dog Food

【Product Description】Every Farmina food is made with the best ingredients and contains the right amount of protein, fat, limited carbohydrates, and long-lasting vitamins and minerals. The natural and delicious grain-free formula consists of 70% animal ingredients (pre-cooked weight) and 30% vegetables, fruits, vitamins and minerals. Delicious Chicken and Pomegranate Flavor gives you nutrition without peas, beans, meals or by-products

【Nutrition Facts】

Chicken, Dehydrated Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Chicken Fat , dried whole eggs, herring, dehydrated herring, herring oil, pea fiber, dried carrots, sun-dried alfalfa meal, chicken cartilage (source of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate), inulin, fructooligosaccharides, yeast extract, Dried pomegranates, dried apples, spinach, psyllium husks, sweet oranges, dried blueberries, salt, dried beer yeast, turmeric, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyroxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Choline Chloride, Beta-Carotene, Zinc Methionine Hydroxy Analog Chelate, Manganese Methionine Hydroxy Analog Chelate Compound, Ferrous Glycine, Copper Methionine Hydroxy Analog Chelate, Selenium Yeast, Dl-Methionine, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Aloe Vera Gel Concentrate, Green Tea Extract, Rosemary Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservatives)

[Other additives]

No display

[Nutritional guarantee]

Crude protein

More than 34.0%

Crude fat

Minimum 18.0%

Crude fiber

Maximum 2.6%

Moisture

Up to 9.0%

Ash

Up to 7.8%

Calcium

Minimum 1.3%

Containing phosphorus

More than 0.95%

Omega 6 fatty acids

Minimum 3.3%

Omega 3 fatty acids

Minimum 0.9%

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Minimum 0.5%

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)< /p>

Minimum 0.3%

Glucosamine

Minimum 1000 mg/kg

Chondroitin sulfate

700mg/kg Minimum

【Nutritional Analysis】

Quality Ingredients:

Boneless Chicken---Although it is a premium product, the fresh meat contains up to 73% water. After cooking, most of the moisture is lost, reducing the meat content to a fraction of its original weight. After processing, the item may constitute a small portion of the total content of the finished product.

Dehydrated chicken---Dehydrated chicken is considered a meat concentrate with more than four times the protein content of fresh chicken. In addition (unlike chicken meal), dehydrated chicken does not Will be exposed to high temperatures, so it retains more of the meat's natural flavor

Herring ---Herring is another quality ingredient, including moisture. Herring is a fatty marine fish that is naturally rich in protein and omega3 fatty acids, which can provide pets with essential oils necessary to sustain life.

Dehydrated herring---like dehydrated chicken, is an ideal high-protein ingredient.

Controversial Ingredients:

Yeast extract--A considerable number of these ingredients are added as specialized nutritional supplements, others are used as flavor enhancers, and a small number of yeast extracts Glutamic acid (and its chemical cousin, monosodium glutamate) found in food can be controversial, with opponents often arguing that it contributes to obesity in pets.

Beer dry yeast--Some people believe that yeast ingredients may be related to allergies. This doubt is actually reasonable. It is true that some pets are allergic to yeast, just like some people are also allergic to yeast (drinking alcohol). Although there is controversy, yeast can still be regarded as an ideal nutritional additive

Potentially Allergenic Ingredients:

Herring, dehydrated herring and dried whole eggs are potential allergens, and dogs with food allergies to seafood or eggs may have allergies.

Nutrition calculations

According to calculations provided by AAFCO, pomegranate chicken adult dog food contains 384 calories per 100 grams, which is higher than the average. Source of calories per 100 grams Carbohydrates account for 29%, protein 31%, and crude fat 40%.

Based on dry matter calculation, the protein content is 37%, crude fat is 20%, and carbohydrate is 35%

[Price]

Currently, this dog food is available in It is sold in all major shopping malls, and the price fluctuates by about 100-150 yuan. The price of 12kg is in the range of 759-900 yuan. The price is related to the date, and the unit price is about 31.6-37.5/catties

Taobao flagship Store

Pinduoduo

JD.com

[Word-of-mouth collection]

A total of 119 valid data samples, including the number with positive feedback There were 110 copies and 9 negative copies

Positive feedback keywords

Keywords were extracted from 110 positive feedbacks. Many people recommended the purchase to veterinarians and were generally satisfied with this food. , especially in terms of palatability and ingredients, it is very popular among shit shovelers.

Negative Feedback Keywords

The key words extracted from the 9 negative feedbacks were mainly manifested by dogs having loose stools, greasy food, and individual cases of dog allergies.

[Summary]

From the ingredients point of view, the average level of this dog food is mid-to-high-end food, with high-quality sources of protein ingredients. In terms of price, the unit price is 31 -37 yuan range, the price/performance ratio is actually pretty good. But I don’t know the specific reason. Compared with the popularity of Farmina cat food, Farmina dog food is much less popular in China. Based on sales volume, it is not actually popular in China.

If you are considering trying this dog food, you can actually consider trying it. This series offers several specifications to choose from. There is no need to buy the 12kg specification at once. In addition, dogs with fragile stomachs should pay attention to the amount of food they feed. Because of its high protein content and lack of fiber, it can easily cause soft stools and indigestion problems.

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[Product Name]Farmina Grain-Free Ocean Herring Fresh Orange Adult Dog Food

[Product Description]

Farmina's natural and delicious recipes appeal to your pet with the highest quality, carefully selected ingredients to keep your pet active and healthy. These formulas are made with original, cruelty-free ingredients from healthy animals, ensuring you get the right amounts of protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals your pet needs for a balanced diet. Every recipe is freshly made and delicious. Grain-Free Wild Herring Recipe contains a healthy blend of real herring, salmon, and potatoes! These ingredients are all combined with fresh vegetables and fruits for a delicious combination your dog will love!

[Nutritional ingredients]

Herring, dehydrated herring, sweet potatoes, herring oil, dried whole eggs, pea fiber vegetables, dried carrots, sun-dried alfalfa meal, inulin, low Polyfructose, yeast extract, dried sweet orange, dried pomegranate, dried apple, dried spinach, psyllium seed bark, dried blueberries, salt, brewer's dry yeast, turmeric, glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, vitamin A supplement , Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine HCl, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Chloride Choline, beta-carotene, zinc methionine analog chelating agent, manganese methionine hydroxy analog chelating agent, ferrous glycinate, copper methionine analog chelating agent, selenium yeast, Dl-methionine, taurine, L-carnitine, aloe vera Gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (preservatives)

[Other additives]

None

[Nutrition Guaranteed】

Crude protein

More than 34.0%

Crude fat

Minimum 18.0%

Crude fiber< /p>

Up to 2.6%

Moisture

Up to 9.0%

Ash

Up to 7.8%

Minimum 1.3%

Phosphorus

More than 0.95%

Omega 6 fatty acids

Minimum 3.0 %

Omega 3 fatty acids

Minimum 1.2%

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Minimum 0.70%

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)

Minimum 0.40%

Glucosamine

Minimum 1000mg/kg

Chondroitin sulfate

Minimum 700mg/kg

[Nutritional Analysis]

High-quality ingredients:

Herring---herring is another A premium ingredient, including moisture. Herring is a fatty marine fish that is naturally rich in protein and omega3 fatty acids, which can provide dogs with essential oils necessary to sustain life.

Dehydrated herring---like dehydrated chicken, is an ideal high-protein ingredient.

Herring oil---Herring oil is rich in precious omega-3 fatty acids of EPA and DHA types. Depending on the freshness and purity of the herring oil, this is also a good additive.

Controversial Ingredients:

Yeast extract--A considerable number of these ingredients are added as specialized nutritional supplements, others are used as flavor enhancers, and a small number of yeast extracts Glutamic acid (and its chemical cousin, monosodium glutamate) found in food can be controversial, with opponents often arguing that it contributes to obesity in pets.

Beer dry yeast--Some people believe that yeast ingredients may be related to allergies. This doubt is actually reasonable. It is true that some pets are allergic to yeast, just like some people are also allergic to yeast (drinking alcohol). Although there is controversy, yeast can still be regarded as an ideal nutritional additive

Potential allergenic ingredients:

Herring, dehydrated herring, fish oil, and dried whole eggs are all potential allergens. Dogs who are allergic to seafood or eggs may have allergies.

[Nutrient Calculation]

According to calculations provided by AAFCO, every 100 grams of herring sweet orange adult dog food contains 384 calories, which is higher than the average Level, per 100 grams of calories source carbohydrates account for 29%, protein 31%, crude fat 40%.

Based on dry matter calculation, the protein content is 37%, crude fat is 20%, and carbohydrate is 35%

[Price]

This dog food is currently available in It is sold in all major shopping malls, and the price of 12kg ranges from 789-950. The price fluctuates greatly, with an approximate unit price of 32.8-39.5 yuan/catties.

Taobao flagship store

Pinduoduo

JD.com

[Word-of-mouth collection]

This fresh orange herring A total of 78 pieces of effective word-of-mouth information about dog food were collected, including 61 pieces with positive feedback and 17 pieces with negative feedback.

Positive feedback information

Collected from a few Judging from the data, this food is really relatively unpopular. Judging from the 51 keywords extracted from effective word-of-mouth, dogs’ love of eating is the reason why various poop scrapers give positive feedback and strongly recommend it

Negative information Feedback

The key words extracted from the 17 pieces of negative feedback information are as shown in the picture above. The main reason is that pets do not like to eat dog food with this taste, and there are also 2-3 cases of allergies. This may be related to dogs’ allergies to seafood.

[Comprehensive Summary]

In general, from the perspective of ingredients, the average level of Farmina dog food is higher than the average level of dog food, and it is a mid-to-high-end dog food. It has a high-quality source of protein ingredients. Among them, chicken and pomegranate are richer in protein sources, and fresh orange herring has a relatively single source of protein. If your pet is feeding craving or other brands of fish-flavored dog food, then this herring and fresh orange can be used. It can be used as a backup food replacement option. If you have not fed this type of food before and want to try it, you can start with the chicken and pomegranate flavor.

In terms of price, the price/performance ratio is actually pretty good. You can choose to buy the small size. The overall budget for the large size is too large, including storage. It is not recommended to start directly. What’s also strange is that the actual nutritional content of the two grains is the same. However, the current price of herring and orange is a little more expensive than chicken and pomegranate.

Other aspects that need to be noted are that high-protein dog food can easily cause obesity and other problems for dogs who do not like to exercise or are greedy. Including those with weak stomachs and some digestive problems, so when feeding this type of food, you must control the amount you feed every day.