Allergies – Skinner's

Changing of the seasons – how might this affect our dogs?

Zoe Russell — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:12:39 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons), ANutr, Nutrition Officer at Skinner’s There are many factors in our dog’s lives that we can control; their daily exercise, the amount of treats they get, the type of food we feed and so much more. However, there is one factor which can have a big influence on our dog’s day-to-day life, which we can’t control – and that’s the seasons!

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Why choose a single-protein diet?

Anna Erlerova — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:30:19 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons), ANutr, Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s At Skinner’s, we understand every dog is different and what works for one, may not work for another. That’s why our Field & Trial range features a broad range of products, to suit dogs of different ages, life stages, energy demands, and dietary needs. Our recipes utilise a variety of ingredients including fish, duck…

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Introducing Field & Trial Salmon Grain-Free Recipe

Zoe Russell — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:19:39 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons), ANutr Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s You asked, we listened! Introducing our new Field & Trial Salmon Grain-Free Recipe formulated without chicken. This diet is the ideal choice for dogs with intolerances towards ingredients such as grains and poultry, while being complete and balanced to provide your dog with all the nutrients they need.

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What are the benefits to feeding my dog a salmon-based food?

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 13 May 2021 14:36:45 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s Our salmon diets are tried, tested and loved by many dogs! It’s no wonder really – especially when salmon can be a delicious alternative to meats (such as chicken or lamb) and has numerous health benefits when included in a dog’s diet. Are you unsure if salmon is the right choice for your dog? Then let us tell you a…

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Could lamb be the right choice for your dog?

Hannah Aldridge — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:24:00 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s At Skinner’s, we understand that every dog is different and that’s why we have developed an extensive range of both wet and dry diets, to suit all shapes and sizes. In our recipes, we use only high-quality meat meal including chicken, duck, turkey, and salmon. Lamb is also a popular choice in both our wet and dry diets and…

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Why do some dogs need a low purine diet?

Hannah Aldridge — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 09:41:00 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer at Skinner’s Did you know that some dog breeds are unique in the way they digest and process their food? This means that specific dietary measures must be put in place to ensure they remain happy and healthy. In particular, breeds such as Dalmatians are known for requiring low purine diets – but why is this?

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Let’s be sensitive about sensitive dogs – The Skinner’s Field & Trial Sensitive range

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 10:28:40 +0000

All dogs are different and are nutritionally unique. While most dogs will do absolutely fine on a standard canine complete diet that is formulated to provide all the essential nutrients at required levels, some dogs do need specific ingredients or, in some cases, need to avoid specific ingredients! At Skinner’s we know there are lots of dogs that are sensitive, and we want to make sure we can…

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Is my dog’s diet to blame? – Allergies and intolerances in our dogs

Hiedi Hutchinson — Thu, 02 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

At Skinner’s, we are passionate about making sure that we can provide the most suitable diet for you and your dog. Part of that is making sure that we support you by advising what diet might be the best option if you are concerned that your dog has an adverse reaction to certain foods or even food ingredients. Indeed, owners reporting concerns that their dogs have had reactions to their food are a…

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My dog is Itchy!

Hiedi Hutchinson — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Vets will report that itchy dogs are one of the most common minor ailments they come across. Intense itching can be hugely frustrating for both owner and dog, not to mention distressing, potentially painful, unattractive and can lead to other health and welfare problems. Diet is often blamed for causing itchiness and in some situations, dietary intolerances or hypersensitivities can manifest as…

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