Dog food Monge – which is better to choose dry or wet food for different animals?

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Manufacturer information

Baldassard Monge is the founder of the Italian company Monge & CSpa , which produces balanced pet food. The year of foundation is considered to be 1963, in the same year the company began to receive its first orders from large nurseries in Italy. Recognition was not long in coming, and the breeders recognized that Mogne food was of the highest level.

Until 2022, Baldassard Monge's company is one of the largest feed manufacturers in the world. The plant is located in Monasterolo di Savigliano, in Italy, in an area that is considered a standard of environmental purity. As befits large factories, Monge meets all EU requirements and standards and is equipped with the latest specialized equipment.

The production process deserves special attention. Monge is meticulous in everything from the choice of raw materials to the design and practicality of packaging. In 2013, the company opened its first advanced plant for the production of dry and wet pet food.

A special technology for preparation was developed - the highest quality raw materials were converted into microscopically small particles by grinding.

The body of domestic animals is different from that of humans, the process of assimilation of food takes longer and, no matter how strange it may sound, animals are more capricious than us. Our stomach can digest almost anything.

According to experts, this makes the feed homogeneous and digestible. Before feed, the Monge family was breeding chickens to supply to elite restaurants, so there were no problems with raw materials. By the way, the raw material is poultry meat that was raised on the farm.

Hormones or antibiotics are never used to increase size, only natural food, which is undoubtedly a plus.

The range of dog food is simply amazing . Monge offers several lines. You can choose for yourself based on the breed, age and characteristics of your pet. The company's feed is divided into 3 types:

What is the company's secret?

Meat poultry breeds are raised on the company's own poultry farm. When growing, natural, environmentally friendly feed is used. When fattening ducks, turkeys, and chickens, hormones and antibiotics are not used. Monge food for dogs and cats is produced at a factory owned by the famous Monge brand, which is equipped with high-tech modern equipment. The latest extruders make it possible to use fresh, natural and dehydrated meat.

This technology enhances the attractive taste of Monge food for dogs and cats. The famous brand guarantees customers the highest quality of its products, since control is carried out at every stage of production: from the selection of ingredients to packaging of the finished product.

Monge feed composition

Here's how Monge food differs from the rest. Superficial overview of the composition:

• Meat is the most important and basic ingredient. The main source of protein. Adding to the taste appeal is the fact that the meat is not frozen and only fresh meat is used that has passed several stages of testing.
• X.O.S. _ _ _ – stabilize intestinal microflora, strengthen the immune system, prevent gas formation.
• Artichoke extract, echinacea, oregano, garlic are hepatoprotectors. Biologically active substances, antioxidants and vitamins contained in feed stimulate digestion, metabolism, liver and pancreatic function. In general, they strengthen the body.
• Chondroitin , glucosamine, phosphorus - strengthen joints and the skeletal system.
• L-kartinin – weight control and muscle building of the dog.
• Omega-3, Omega-6 – give shine to the coat and a healthy appearance to the skin.

Dietary meat, which is easily digestible, ensures good digestion of food and absorption of the beneficial properties of food. Hypoallergenic protein sources – help with negative reactions to food.

Feed composition can be divided into two categories:

• To satisfy hunger;
• To obtain nutrients and nutrients.

The picture shows that the first and main component is meat. I am very pleased that even the % (27%) of the content in the package is indicated. Roughly speaking, 1/5 of the pack is meat. Moreover, it is fresh and of high quality, as the manufacturer himself assures. Further, rice and corn (also 27%) are added for mass, but despite this, they provide a noticeable increase in energy, which cannot be a minus.

The rest of the ingredients can be classified as “getting nutrients.” These include: Vitamin C, vitamin E, L-cartinine, mineral salts, protein (30%), fat (18%), crude ash (7%), cheese fiber (2%), calcium (1.5%) and phosphorus (1.2%)

Feeding standards

Typically an adult dog needs food 2-3 times a day. The puppy is fed 4-6 times a day. For puppies, the amount of daily food should be 5-7% of the animal’s weight. For an adult dog - 3.5% of body weight.

It is advisable to remove the bowl between meals to allow the body to calmly digest the food. This process lasts 6-7 hours in an adult dog. If the pet does not eat the entire portion from the bowl, it is necessary to reduce it. Also reduce the portion for dogs that gain excessive weight.

Did you know? In the 70s of the last century, the first dietary food for sick animals appeared, but it was primarily a marketing food: the contents of the packaging, unlike the inscription on it, were no different.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like any product, Mogne has its pros and cons. Let's talk about this in more detail so that the consumer can weigh all the pros and cons.

Advantages

The list is, of course, longer than the list of shortcomings, but not by much:

1. High quality of the products themselves;
2. Natural and fresh meat (not artificially obtained) in optimal quantities;
3. No low-quality additives that can negatively affect the animal’s body;
4. Rich ingredient. The ingredient list is truly amazing;
5. Average price that can compete with other feeds;

Flaws

Please note that the disadvantages did not include their quality as food.

• The need to order in the official store via the Internet, since it is not available everywhere;
• Too much division into categories. The right type of food may simply not be available.

If you are switching to a new food and don’t know how your dog will react, don’t buy in bags. Take a few different packs to try. The dog himself will tell you which one he likes best.

Dog Excellence

This product for dogs is one of the best. It contains fruits and vitamins.

This series provides animals with food products designed for a diet using natural ingredients, and also supports a healthy lifestyle for their four-legged friend.

These products include flax seeds, which, thanks to Omega-3, effectively support the heart muscle, and citrus plant extracts, fight free radicals and slow down the aging process. One of the main components is vitamins. There are no preservatives at all.

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Reviews from veterinarians and buyers about the food:

• Review of Monge dog food, from a veterinarian from the Bagheera clinic :

“Owners often come to us with various complaints, including about food. Basically, their pets reject food for unknown reasons. Based on the breed and characteristics of the dog, we suggest trying Monge food. Usually, they take several packs, and after a while, after the dog’s preferences have become clear, they take them in bags. We are very pleased with the products, I’m glad that there is a large assortment.”

• Review of Medium adult food from Pavel :

“I have a German Shepherd. I began to notice that the dog was “fading away” before our eyes. It became scary. I thought it seemed like it, but friends and acquaintances began to say the same thing. We tried different foods, fed him only fresh meat for a while, but it didn’t help. The veterinary clinic recommended Mogne food to us. They assured me that it contains a lot of useful substances and that after a while everything will return to normal. As I looked into the water, the dog really had a lack of nutrients, and I stuffed him with all sorts of rubbish for lunch, breakfast and dinner.”

• Review of Medium Senior food from Elizabeth :

“My dog ​​is many years old, old. He doesn’t eat regular food, and even if he does eat, he suffers for a long time. A friend suggested that older dogs should have their own diet. This was news to me. I bought Medium Senior and was surprised. The dog first sniffed, then began to eat. The next day, her appetite returned to normal and she devoured bowl after bowl. I even had to hide the food more securely. The prices are also good. Not very cheap, but not expensive either. I mainly order from online stores, since there is none in our city.”

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Product cost

The high-quality composition of Monge and the positioning of the entire range as super-premium determines the high market value of any packaging of dog food. But one pack, in accordance with the feeding table, is enough for a long time, because the standard dosage of Italian food is small. And diet is not the best way to save money. The health and longevity of your four-legged friend directly depends on it, so choosing expensive products is completely justified. Especially if you are going to give it to a puppy, elderly or nursing dog.

Hepatic and other medicinal mixtures cost from 722 rubles per kilogram. Sometimes Hepatik, Renal and other medicinal mixtures can be purchased at a lower price. But for this you need to make a wholesale purchase. Prices for canned food in small packages start from 75 rubles per 100 grams. On average, the cost of a pack is calculated using the formula 150 rubles per 100 grams of food. Dry food is measured not in grams, but in kilograms. So, for three kilograms of dry food for adult Special dog dogs you will have to pay from 1032 rubles.

Video: Monge dog food, its composition and reviews

Range

You can easily choose the best option - this Italian food offers several lines.
Monge Daily Line Cat - the classic line is a dry food for kittens (Kitten), individuals older than a year (Adult) and older animals (Senior).

Monge Natural is canned poultry and fish fillets (seafood, salmon, tuna).

Monge Functional Line Cat is designed to meet the needs of different animal groups. For example, for long-haired individuals (in order to remove hairballs from their stomach in time), for castrated and sterilized individuals, for pets with limited mobility.

Monge BWild Cat is intended for cats of rare breeds: Serengeti, Savannah, Asherah. Contains hare and anchovies.

Monge Grain Free Veterinary Diet is a line of medicinal food. If your cat has diabetes, kidney or liver pathologies, stomach, intestinal or skin problems, these are the foods that will help your pet eat well.