The first domestic dog owners were introduced to Grandorf dry food about five years ago. Since then, it has become one of the most popular nutritional sets. This was largely due to a widespread advertising campaign that spanned dog forums.
The managers demonstrated their high level of professionalism by engaging in lively discussions in their forum threads dedicated to dog and cat food, regularly announcing promotions and new products, and consulting with visitors on any questions they might have—all while simultaneously selling their product. This is entirely logical, as this dry dog and cat food was not available for direct sale. However, the brand, developed over the years, distribution network has become so widespread that it could compete with Herbalife itself.
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A few words about the manufacturer
When you first encounter this food, you get the feeling that it's exactly what every dog owner has been dreaming of. Just look at the amazing ingredients, which can be purchased for the price of affordable Royal Canin or Proplan. The sales managers are also convincing, explaining that the low price of their dry dog and cat food is due to their "in-house" sales approach, which allows them to save up to 35-40% — usually, under the usual scheme, this is how much would go to the stores as a markup.
Additional information about the brand can be found on the company's official Russian website. However, visitors may be wary of the information that the manufacturers of this food are listed as the Italian "MONGE & C. SpA" (English) and the Belgian "United Petfood Producers NV" (English).
Attempts to find information about Grandorf on the websites of these European companies are fruitless. It is true, however, that they produce dry food for dogs and cats. However, their list of brands includes only Monge Superpremium and Special Dog ExcellenceEven the well-known Google won't be able to help with this issue.
How can one explain such a strange situation?
The reason for this is quite simple: the companies simply entered into an agreement with the manufacturer to lease their facilities, taking on the responsibility of manufacturing and packaging the product according to the customer's recipe.
Therefore, now there's no trace left of the highly respected super-premium holistic product from the Belgian manufacturer Grandorf. It has been replaced by bags from an unknown European company operating exclusively in the Russian market.
If you continue searching for information about this dog and cat food, you'll discover a lot of interesting information. The owner of the grandorf.ru domain is a private individual, about whom even the well-known WHOIS database doesn't provide any information. We haven't previously encountered any reputable pet food manufacturers whose websites weren't registered to their legal entity. However, there is information about Grandorf LLC. It's known that the company is involved in wholesale trade of feed for pets (dogs and cats), with a charter capital of 16,000 rubles. There is no other information about the company. Therefore, it is unclear who actually owns the food recipe and who developed it.
Drawing any conclusions from the above facts is pointless. For any consumer, the more important question is whether Grandorf Lamb & Rice is worthy of being consumed as food for a dog or cat.
Composition assessment
In veterinary medicine, information is obtained from the manufacturer's information on the bag, in the advertising brochure, and on its website. In our case, we can't take advantage of this opportunity to compare with an English-language version due to the lack of one.
Main components
First Let's look at the basic components, since they already allow you to understand how high-quality the food offered is.
When reading the ingredients, you'll notice that it's based on dehydrated lamb. Meat meal is nothing more than a dehydrated meat byproduct. It's a very high-quality component of dry food.- Dehydrated meat, also known as turkey meal, is the next ingredient in this food. It's also very beneficial and essential.
- Next on the list is whole white rice, a source of complex carbohydrates. However, don't get too hung up on the word "whole." It means the grain hasn't been milled before use, but the valuable rice bran has been removed. The only nutritional benefit of this ingredient is in the calories, so its inclusion in the food is justified.
- The next component is fresh lamb. This may not be a good thing, but it's clear that raw lamb loses up to 80% of its weight by the time it reaches the consumer. Therefore, its value in dry food will be lower than expected.
- A similar conclusion can be made regarding fresh turkey meat.
- Next on the list is turkey fat. It's obtained from processing the meat and skin of the bird. Its valuable content includes linoleic acid, which is also essential for dogs.
When reading the ingredients, you'll notice that it's based on dehydrated lamb. Meat meal is nothing more than a dehydrated meat byproduct. It's a very high-quality component of dry food.Other products
All other components that are present in this dry food, are less significant, however, it makes sense to dwell on them in more detail.
- Carob flour. It serves several purposes. First and foremost, it supplies protein. Furthermore, thanks to the carob powder, it provides a binding effect. Simply put, this additive helps give our pet's poop a more defined appearance. This ingredient is included to cover up any errors in the recipe or manufacturing process.
- Dried Antarctic krill. Few dog owners know about it, so it's rarely found on dog food. It's a small crustacean, similar in appearance to shrimp. However, unlike shrimp, it's not as large—no more than 6 cm in length. This crustacean feeds on microalgae, making krill a source of astaxanthin, a special substance with antioxidant properties. What makes this crustacean unique is its persistent odor, so manufacturers can use it to create a desired aroma to mask other odors.
- Grandorf's appeal lies in the presence of special additives—glucosamine, chondroitin, and methylsulfonylmethane. These improve the condition of the animal's ligaments and cartilage.
First impression
If we try to give a preliminary assessment of Grandorf “Lamb with Rice” feed, based on the composition described above, we can say that it is high-quality super-premium holistic.
- Considering that the food contains 25-27% protein, most of it is high-quality protein. Therefore, the label lists a lower protein content than similar foods. The same applies to fats. However, this shouldn't be considered a drawback if you plan to feed it to a dog kept in a less-than-average activity environment.
- A distinctive feature of this food is its low fiber content, which is only 3%. Considering that this component is very beneficial for dogs, the fiber deficiency is the "official" downside of Grandorf food.
Considering that the food contains 25-27% protein, most of it is high-quality protein. Therefore, the label lists a lower protein content than similar foods. The same applies to fats. However, this shouldn't be considered a drawback if you plan to feed it to a dog kept in a less-than-average activity environment.General conclusions
After trying Grandorf pet food, we were particularly impressed by its ingredients. However, the company's approach to consumers is concerning. It's reluctant to share information about its operations, so uncertainty remains about this food. We were unable to determine Who is this brand intended for?All we know is that the company sells dog and cat food on the Russian market.
It's impossible to find information about this dog and cat food in Italy, France, or any other European country. It's also impossible to find companies from which to purchase it. Information can only be obtained through the distributor's website, which is registered to a private individual and whose identity is not publicly known.
What reasons are there to trust the ingredients listed on the bag? Unfortunately, we couldn't find any.
Therefore, it's difficult to expect that companies that lease their production facilities to other pet food manufacturers will be able to offer high-quality dog and cat food. Meanwhile, European companies remain completely safe from the risk, as they have no connection to the food in question.
Reviews
I have a one-and-a-half-year-old male Bullmastiff at home. He recently developed allergies, and I didn't know how to help him. I tried changing his food, but it didn't help his lethargy. He also had wounds that wouldn't heal. However, everything changed when we switched to a different food. Grandorf rabbit with sweet potatoThe dog immediately perked up, his wounds healed, and now he's as cheerful as I remember him being as a puppy. We're so happy we found such wonderful food.
Hello. When we got a Norwich Terrier, we didn't think long about what to feed him, and at just two months old, we started feeding him Grandorf. Now we're feeding him "Lamb with Rice." Our dog devours it with gusto, and we haven't seen any allergies or coat problems yet. It's worth noting, however, that this diet won't help him gain weight. When we participated in a dog show, we even received a note saying we needed a little more weight.
Therefore, this food can be recommended for those dogs, who is overweightWe buy Grandorf food at a local pet store, where it costs 560 rubles per kilo. We're completely satisfied with it. Therefore, I'd like to add the following recommendation in my review: if you own a small breed, we recommend giving it a try; you won't be disappointed.
When we decided to get a dog, we settled on a French Bulldog puppy. We got a 1.5-month-old dog who had been eating Grandorf Lamb & Rice food up until that point. We decided to use it for our beloved puppy as well. However, the puppy developed diarrhea during the first few feedings. We consulted a veterinarian, who recommended RK gastro-based canned food. From that moment on, the puppy's stools became more regular. At some point, we decided to switch back to Grandorf, but the results were the same: diarrhea appearedThat's why we decided to give up Grandorf.
Conclusion
In recent years, many new dog foods have appeared on the market. Grandorf quickly gained attention thanks to its impressive formula. Many owners appreciated its beneficial properties when they decided to switch to this food. Numerous reviews confirm this, although even here, things aren't so clear-cut. Still, The manufacturer carefully conceals information about itself, which leaves consumers with some distrust of the company.
Therefore, whether or not to buy this food for your pet is a personal decision. However, over the years that the Grandorf breed has been used by Russian dog breeders, it has established itself as a trusted breed. For some, it may even be the only alternative.
