10 Best Dog Foods for Mini Goldendoodles – 2024 Reviews & Top Picks

The Miniature Goldendoodle is the perfect combination of the intelligent Poodle and the ever-friendly Golden Retriever. Poodles come in several sizes, which means the Goldendoodle can come in a variety of sizes too. The Mini Goldendoodle tends to be smaller than a Golden but larger than a Miniature Poodle. Since feeding dogs depends on the dog’s age, activity level, and size, it’s essential to find the right food for your dog.

Here are reviews of 10 of the best dog foods for Mini Goldendoodles, to save you the time and effort of doing research while online shopping.

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The 10 Best Dog Foods for Mini Goldendoodles

1. The Farmer’s Dog Chicken Recipe — Best Overall

The Farmer’s Dog Chicken Recipe is our top pick for the best dog food for Goldendoodles. It is free from legumes, a common allergen, offering a fresh dog food option crafted from wholesome, nutritious ingredients that provide your dog with a complete, well-rounded diet. Unlike conventional store brands, The Farmer’s Dog is exclusively available through a subscription service, delivered on a schedule of your choosing. It arrives frozen, so you will need a bit of freezer space, and you’ll thaw a package when it is time to feed your pup.

Each portion is personalized with your dog’s name, a great feature if you have multiple dogs. The recipes are customizable to meet the individual needs of your dog and their caloric requirements. Formulated with a team of veterinary nutritionists, the recipes adhere to the quality standards set by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO).

The only downside is that The Farmer’s Dog is not available in your local pet stores but is hardly an issue since you schedule deliveries based on the meal plan you have set out for your pup!

All in all, we think The Farmer’s Dog is the best overall dog foods for Mini Goldendoodles this year!

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2. Rachel Ray Nutrish Dry Dog Food — Budget Buy

The best dog food for Mini Goldendoodles for the money is Rachel Ray’s Nutrish Dry Dog Food. It contains whole chicken as the main ingredient, which helps support lean muscles and provides extra energy with the addition of peas and brown rice. The ingredients can also encourage healthy digestion and healthy skin and coat with omega-3 and -6 fatty acids. It doesn’t contain any by-product meals, wheat, fillers, or artificial flavors and ingredients. It’s available in 6-, 14-, 28-, or 40-pound bags.

The issues are that the kibble might be a little oily, and while this food is labeled as suitable for dogs of any size, if your Mini Goldendoodle is at the smaller end, the kibble might be too big for your pup.

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3. Ollie Fresh Dog Food Subscription Service

Ollie Dog Food provides four recipes for fresh or wet food (beef, chicken, turkey, or lamb) and two recipes for dry, baked food (beef or chicken). Ollie only uses all-natural and fresh ingredients (such as blueberries, sweet potatoes, and chia seeds) that are slow cooked to retain the nutrients and then frozen to preserve their freshness. This is subscription-based, so you’ll have frozen fresh food show up at your door when you need it. You start by taking a quiz so Ollie can figure out the right kind and amount of food to fit your dog’s needs.

One of the cons of Ollie is that it currently only ships to the continental U.S., so Hawaii and Alaska are out of luck. It’s also more expensive than the average dog food.

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4. Orijen Original Grain-Free Dry Dog Food

Orijen’s Original Grain-Free Dry Dog Food is our fourth pick. It’s made with 85% animal meat, which includes fish and poultry, thus providing a strong source of protein, minerals, and vitamins. The first five ingredients are always fresh animal proteins taken from free-run, wild-caught, or sustainably farmed chicken and fish. Orijen is made in the U.S., and the kibble is freeze-dried coated for a delicious raw flavor. It’s available in 4.5-, 13-, or 25-pound bags.

The problems are that it is quite expensive, and if your Mini Goldendoodle is on the smaller side, they might find the kibble too big.

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5. Taste of the Wild High Prairie Puppy Dry Food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie Puppy Dry Food is an excellent option for your Mini Goldendoodle puppy! It comes in 5-, 14-, or 28-pound bags and features water buffalo, bison, and venison, giving your puppy a rich source of protein to support those growing muscles, bones, and joints. It has various fruits and vegetables, such as raspberries, peas, and blueberries, for natural sources of vitamins and minerals and the all-important omega fatty acids for your puppy’s coat and skin. It also includes probiotics, prebiotics, and antioxidants for overall health, particularly healthy immune and digestive systems. It’s made without grains, wheat, corn, and artificial flavors and colors.

However, this puppy food is expensive, and it might cause loose stool in some puppies.

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6. Royal Canin Digestive Care Nutrition Medium Dry Food

Our next spot goes to Royal Canin’s Digestive Care Nutrition Medium Dry Dog Food. It’s specifically made for medium-sized dogs weighing 23–55 pounds that might have issues with digestion. It has highly digestible dietary fiber, proteins, and prebiotics for healthy digestion. It also supports the intestinal flora, which makes for ideal feces quality. If your Mini has digestive issues, this is a good choice, and it’s available in 5.5-, 17-, or 30-pound bags.

The problem with Royal Canin is that it is quite expensive.

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7. Victor Classic Hi-Pro Plus Dry Dog Food

Victor Classic Hi-Pro Plus Dry Dog Food is made for small to medium-sized dogs with a great deal of energy. This energy is sustained by 88% meat protein and is designed to support all life stages, from puppies to pregnant dogs. It includes added amino acids, protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. It contains healthy grains but not gluten. It also supports healthy digestion with prebiotics and probiotics and has selenium yeast for a strong immune system.

The cons here are that this food might not be the best choice for picky eaters, and some dogs might experience changes in their bowel movements. Some might even become gassy.

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8. Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Dry Dog Food

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Dry Dog Food is available in five sizes (5-, 15-, 24-, 30-, or 34-pound bags) and features deboned chicken as the main ingredient, as well as plenty of veggies, fruit, and whole grains. It includes a kibble called LifeSource Bits, which combine antioxidants and nutrients for added health benefits. Also added are phosphorus and calcium for strong teeth and bones, as well as glucosamine for mobility and joint health. It doesn’t contain poultry by-products, corn, wheat, or soy.

The issues are that some dogs don’t seem to like eating the LifeSource Bits (these are the smaller and darker pieces mixed in with the rest of the kibble), and some smaller Minis might find the kibble to be too big.

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9. Royal Canin Veterinary Gastrointestinal Canned Dog Food

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Gastrointestinal Canned Dog Food is recommended by vets to help dogs with digestion issues. It comes in a case of 24 13.5-ounce cans and has easily digested proteins and prebiotics, which can improve digestive health and stool quality. It’s also lower in fat than many other canned foods, which can help dogs with problems digesting fats, but it has suitable calories and fiber levels for their daily diet. Added omega-3 fatty acids, DHA, and EPA additionally assist with GI health.

However, it is expensive, and you’ll need a vet’s authorization to purchase this food.

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10. Purina ONE SmartBlend True Instinct Variety Pack Canned Food

Purina ONE SmartBlend True Instinct Variety Pack Canned Dog Food consists of chunks of meat in gravy and comes in 13-ounce cans in a case of either six or 12. It is a variety pack, so half of the cans are turkey and venison, and the other half is chicken and duck. It’s made with real meat and includes vitamins and minerals for a balanced and delicious meal. SmartBlend has high levels of antioxidants, including selenium, zinc, and vitamins A and E.

However, it does list artificial color in the ingredients, and while SmartBlend has novel proteins in the form of venison and duck, it still contains chicken, which tends to be one of the proteins that some dogs are allergic to. Additionally, the chunks might be too big if your Mini is small and tends to wolf down their food. This could prove to be a choking hazard.

 

Buyer’s Guide: How to Pick the Dog Food for Mini Goldendoodles

Now that you’ve read through the reviews, you need to think about which food you want to purchase. Check out this buyer’s guide as we go over a few points that might influence your decision.

Kibble Size

Don’t only check the ingredients of the food. The size of the kibble is also important. Small kibble for a large dog or large kibble for a small to medium-sized dog isn’t appropriate. Look carefully at the reviews and any photographs that accompany the product itself. You should be able to figure out if it’s the right size for your Mini Goldendoodle.

Ingredients

Many dog parents are under the mistaken impression that grain-free food is the best option for their dogs. Ingredients such as wheat and corn are actually healthy for dogs and provide much-needed carbohydrates for energy. That said, if your vet has specifically told you to only feed your Mini grain-free dog foods, you should follow their instructions.

The ingredient that most dogs are allergic to tends to be the protein source. Beef, chicken, and dairy are usually the worst culprits. Speak to your vet before switching your dog’s food to ensure that you’re giving your Mini the most suitable food for them.

Size of the Food

Since your Mini is a small dog, stocking up on bulk dog food to save money might not be the best idea. While unopened bags of kibble have a shelf life of around 12 to 18 months, opened bags should be used within 6 weeks. Opened canned food should be used up within a week, though 3 or 4 days is best. Keep in mind the size of your Mini Goldendoodle and their appetite before purchasing huge bags of food.

Transitioning

When introducing a new food to your dog, you need to transition to it slowly. Add small amounts of the new dog food to the old, and gradually add more over time until your Mini is only eating the new food. You are risking your dog having an upset stomach if you make the switch too quickly. Before making the switch, speak to your vet about what food is best for your dog.

Final Verdict

Our favorite overall dog food for Mini Goldendoodles is The Farmer’s Dog Chicken Recipe for its fresh, nutritious ingredients, and its convenience of being delivered right at your door. Rachel Ray’s Nutrish Dry Dog Food is quite affordable yet uses fresh and nutritious ingredients.

Our third pick is Ollie Dog Food. It has all-natural ingredients and it is also subscription-based which means it can be delivered to you, too.

If you’re looking for food you can feed your puppy, Taste of the Wild High Prairie Puppy Dry Food is an excellent option as it has plenty of protein to support those growing bones, muscles, and joints.

We hope that these reviews have given you a few ideas on the best food for your Mini Goldendoodle and that you find the best dog food to fit your needs.

See also:

• Mini Goldendoodle Lifespan: Average Life Expectancy, Data & Facts
• 11 Best Dog Foods for Small Dogs

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