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Alright, let's talk about Good Friends dog food. I decided to give this brand a whirl a few months back, and I figured I’d share how it went down from start to finish.

Why I Even Looked at Good Friends

Honestly, the price caught my eye first. My usual brand had crept up again, and feeding my big ol' lab, Max, isn't exactly cheap. I saw Good Friends sitting there on the shelf at the local feed store, looking pretty straightforward and a good bit easier on the wallet. I thought, well, maybe it's worth a try? Max isn't usually too picky, bless his heart.

The Process: Switching Over

I didn't just dump the new stuff in his bowl. No, you gotta do it slow. Learned that lesson the hard way years ago!

• Week 1: I started mixing just a little bit, maybe like 25% Good Friends, with his old food. I watched him close. He ate it okay, didn't turn his nose up or anything.
• Week 2: Upped it to about 50/50. Still seemed fine. His energy was normal, running around the yard like usual. Stools looked okay too, which is always a biggie.
• Week 3: Went to about 75% Good Friends. This is where I noticed a slight change. Maybe his coat didn't look quite as shiny? Hard to say for sure, could've been my imagination.
• Week 4 and beyond: Fully switched over to 100% Good Friends. I kept him on it for about two full bags, maybe close to two months total.

So, What's the Verdict?

Here's the thing. Max ate it. He never refused a meal, which is good. His energy levels stayed pretty consistent, maybe slightly less zoomies, but he's getting older too, so who knows? His digestion seemed okay – no major upsets, which was my main concern with a budget-friendly food.

However, I did feel like his coat lost some of its luster. It just didn't seem as soft or shiny as it did on his previous food. And maybe, just maybe, he was shedding a tiny bit more. It wasn't drastic, but it was something I noticed over those couple of months.

Also, looking at the ingredients list, it wasn't exactly packed with the premium stuff you see in pricier brands. Lots of fillers, like corn and soy, seemed pretty high up. That's usually how they keep the cost down, right?

Final Thoughts

Look, Good Friends dog food did the job. It fed my dog, he ate it, and he didn't have any bad reactions. For the price, it's decent. If you're really watching your pennies, or maybe need a temporary food, it could be an option.

Did I stick with it? Nah. After those two bags, I switched back to something a bit higher quality, even though it costs more. I just felt better seeing Max's coat get shiny again. But, you know, every dog is different. What didn't quite work for Max might be perfectly fine for another dog. It wasn't a disaster, just not the perfect fit for us in the long run. It really just depends on your dog and what you're looking for.