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| Feed class: | Economy |
| Manufacturer: | Russia |
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About the manufacturer
Our Brand feed is produced by JSC Gatchina KKZ - this is an agricultural holding company, which includes a plant for the production of various feeds for animals, fish and birds. His plant dates back more than 75 years, and in its activities it combines tradition and innovation. All feed undergoes strict quality control that meets international standards. The company also implements the ISO 14000 international management system, so products are supplied to other countries. In recent years, the holding has become popular thanks to the production of food for cats and dogs under the names “Our Brand”, “TerraCat” and “TerraPes”.
Feed composition
The basis of all Our Brand food is cereals in the form of wheat and corn. They are a high-quality source of carbohydrates and rarely cause an allergic reaction. However, in pets with sensitive digestion, gastrointestinal upset and increased gas formation may occur. It is for this purpose that the manufacturer produces several foods with rice.
The protein used is chicken, lamb and salmon. All meat components are produced in-house and contain no GMOs, dyes or other synthetic additives. In addition, the granules contain production waste - offal, fish and meat and bone meal, as well as hydrolyzed chicken liver. All Our Brand food lines contain a balanced content of macro- and microelements and vitamins. The energy value is at least 334 kcal/100 g, which allows you to achieve a feeling of fullness between feedings with a minimum dosage.
Other ingredients of Nasha Marka dry food
In total, this diet contains 12 main components, including minerals and vitamins designated in general terms (several vitamins, however, are deciphered in the feed analysis).
In general, the addition of vitamin and mineral premixes to prepared animal diets is an industry norm and is not a direct indicator of high or low diet quality. It can only be noted that the composition of the food in which individual compounds - sources of certain vitamins and microelements - are indicated in the list of ingredients separately, and not combined in a general phrase, is much more credible.
This diet also contains an unknown type of antioxidant. There are no notes about its natural origin, and it is quite possible that the manufacturer used a chemical preservative that is not beneficial for pets.
This product does not contain any special ingredients, for example, for joint health.
Advantages and disadvantages
Brand Our Brand has its advantages and disadvantages. Positive sides:
- low price compared to analogues;
- wide distribution of all lines;
- balanced composition;
- pleasant smell, variability in croquette sizes;
- no GMOs or flavors.
When choosing a dry diet for your pet, you must take into account the disadvantages of a particular brand. The following disadvantages are noted in Nasha Brand food:
- a large number of by-products;
- source of carbohydrates – cereals, grain crops;
- there are no additional components in the form of vegetables, fruits, herbs and berries.
Feed pellets have a high density, which is due to the peculiarities of production. This can cause difficulties in feeding dogs with problems with the jaw apparatus and older individuals.
Reviews from veterinarians and buyers about the food
- Review of dry dog food Our brand from Svetlana:
“I have a German Shepherd that is prone to allergies and problems with bowel movements. We managed to try a lot of food before we found one that wouldn’t make the dog itchy or have stomach pain. And, of course, to eat with appetite. We chose Royal Canin and Our brand. But if you take into account the price of the first one, then I think Our brand is a very suitable option. The food smells quite normal, the granules are a little harsh. But the main thing is that it’s budget-friendly and there are no problems with searching. Packaging 15 kg is very convenient.”
- Review of dry food Our brand from Ulyana:
“Our puppy initially had digestive problems. Injections and medications did not help, so we decided to switch him from natural food to dry food. We bought our brand. The puppy sat on this food for about a month. He ate without appetite. If given a choice of Our brand and another food, which was also bought for testing, I preferred the second. But after a week we overcame the stool problem. True, we still can’t finish the 15 kg package we bought in the store.”
Veterinarians also share their opinions regarding the usefulness of food from the range of Our brand.
- Lyudmila Pavlovskaya, veterinarian:
“Before purchasing food, you need to carefully study its composition. The manufacturer talks about natural meat ingredients. But in reality there are too few of them. The basis of the feed is corn, wheat, rice. The nutritional value and energy value of the product also does not reach the norm. Therefore, your dog will most likely need larger portions to be satisfied. But the use of this food will not affect the appearance, health, or well-being of the animal in any way. This is just food that can be given to dogs, but with caution, monitoring their condition.”
There are a large number of reviews on the Internet about the quality of Our Brand feed, pointing out both the advantages and disadvantages of the manufacturer.
Why is this food better than others?
Despite the fact that the food belongs to the premium class, in its composition and characteristics it is close to economy food. Similar brands of dry food of the same level are Darling and Oscar, but they contain dyes, which adversely affects the health of the pet. The senior range contains less phosphorus than Pedigree or Chappi. In addition, the “Our Mark” assortment offers many options for different age groups, which makes this brand a leader in its price segment.
Feed line
All Our Brand products can be divided into two large groups - food for adult dogs and puppies. The range does not include a veterinary diet or preventative formulations; the diet is only suitable for regular feeding of pets without chronic health problems. All options are available in a sealed bag weighing 500 g, 3, 12 and 18 kg.
For puppies
This series includes only three foods, among which you can choose food for a puppy of any breed and health condition.
For small breeds with chicken and rice
The basis is corn, the source of protein is poultry meal. The composition contains sunflower oil, as well as hydrolyzed poultry liver. An additional additive is linoleic acid, B vitamins that a growing dog needs for hair growth and maintaining healthy skin.
Hypoallergenic food with lamb and rice
This option from Our Brand is suitable for feeding puppies of any breed; the kibble is medium in size. The main components of the composition are corn, poultry meal, lamb liver and rice. The granules have a high calorie content, which allows them to satisfy the energy needs of a growing body. This brand has an increased content of vitamins D3 and A, necessary for the active development of skin and bones. Calorie content – 355 kcal/100 g.
For large puppies with chicken and rice
The food has an increased granule size and increased nutritional value necessary for the active growth of large breed and giant puppies. The key ingredients are corn, poultry meal and rice. Croquettes have a high content of phosphorus and calcium, which are necessary for the development of bone and muscle tissue of the dog.
For adult and senior dogs
Our brand produces a wide range of food for adults. The product range has options for every breed at every stage of life. Separately, we can highlight food for older and active animals that need a special diet.
For active and working dogs
The composition of this food is enhanced with calf liver, which is a source of fatty acids and vitamins. The granules contain a balanced amount of fiber, which is important for optimal gastrointestinal function. Increased energy value allows you to maintain weight even during severe physical activity.
With rabbit and quails
Despite the name, poultry meal is the source of protein. Quail meat and hydrolyzed rabbit liver are only additional components. There are no dyes or flavors, the food is suitable for all breeds.
For small breeds with vegetables and chicken
The food has small granules that are optimal for feeding small pets. Source of carbohydrates: wheat, corn. The composition contains dry vegetables, as well as home-made chicken flour. The calorie content is at an average level, allowing you to avoid obesity if you follow feeding recommendations.
For large dogs with chicken
The optimal solution for feeding pets weighing more than 20 kg. The food is enriched not only with protein, but also with vitamin supplements. There is also glucosamine, which is necessary for maintaining the health of the musculoskeletal system. The croquettes are also enriched with selenium and zinc to reduce the rate of aging.
For older dogs with rice and chicken
The food is recommended for feeding dogs over 7 years of age. It has a high content of vitamins and mineral supplements. This option has a minimum concentration of phosphorus, which is important in the presence of chronic diseases of the urinary system. The source of protein is poultry meal, the basis of the granules is corn.
For adult dogs with rice and chicken
This is a good solution for everyday feeding. The composition is balanced in carbohydrates, fats and proteins. There are all the necessary vitamins and minerals. The medium kibble size is suitable for most breeds.
With salmon and rice
This food contains not only poultry (chicken) meal, but also fish by-products. There is no pure salmon; the main source of carbohydrates is wheat and corn. The food is not suitable for pets with a tendency to allergies or food intolerance. The advantage is the increased content of phosphorus and calcium.
With lamb and rice
The food is hypoallergenic and suitable for feeding pets with hypersensitivity to traditional ingredients. However, the amount of lamb and rice is minimal; poultry meal is the source of protein. The granules are enriched with fiber, which is important for improving digestion.
Plant based protein sources
This food contains 4 types of grain derivatives. Ingredients No. 1 and No. 2 are corn and wheat, and the diet also contains corn gluten (No. 9). All these components, especially wheat, can cause allergies and are not at all useful for dogs, especially as the basis of food.
There is a so-called split of ingredients: the manufacturer added not only corn to the composition, but also additional corn gluten. Since corn is already in first place, the split was probably needed to balance the feed in terms of total protein - by introducing gluten (cheap vegetable protein) instead of expensive animal components.
In addition to the two indicated types of cereals, this product also contains a third - rice. It's only number 7 on the ingredient list, and there's not much of it there.
In general, the content of vegetable protein and carbohydrates in the feed is very high. A large proportion of grain in this food is a poor indicator when it comes to the biological compliance of the diet with the health of carnivores.
