Greyhounds might not be the most popular breed, but they have a loyal following of enthusiasts who appreciate the dogs’ unique characteristics, particularly their speed. As you may expect, this pup is high energy with equally demanding exercise needs. It’s a large breed, reaching adult weights of up to 70 pounds. All these factors play a role in choosing the best dog food for Greyhounds.

Our round-up includes our favorite products, including the best overall diet for your pet. We have provided detailed reviews with information about choosing the perfect one for your greyhound.

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The 10 Best Dog Food for Greyhounds

1. The Farmer’s Dog Fresh Dog Food Subscription – Best Overall

The Farmer’s Dog makes fresh food for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Given their extremely clean ingredients list, it’s no wonder why we chose them as our best overall pick for dog food for Greyhounds.

When you first sign up, they ask you a range of questions about your dog and their breed, age, and overall health. This is all taken into account before they recommend meal plans for you. While they are a bit on the expensive side, the food is full of human-grade foods and rich in protein, moisture, and healthy fats. You can pick from various recipes, like beef, turkey, and chicken, and they get shipped directly to your door. The food is also wrapped in ice packs so it won’t spoil by the time it reaches your home.

If you want your dog to eat clean and healthy ingredients, this is the brand for your Greyhound pup.

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2. Pedigree Adult Dry Dog Food– Budget Buy

The Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Dry Dog Food is a value-priced product that offers decent nutrition. It covers the basics for meeting your dog’s needs for essential amino acids by tapping into plant sources. The canine body will use these protein-building blocks, regardless of their source. That keeps the price of the product affordable.

The food meets the nutritional needs of an adult Greyhound. The calorie count is adequate, too, to provide enough energy without putting your pup at a heightened risk for obesity.

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3. Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Dry Dog Food

The Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PW Dry Dog Food is an excellent choice for pups with food sensitivities without compromising nutrition. We’d expect nothing less from this reputable manufacturer. The food only comes in two sizes. It also is only available with a prescription. However, we suspect your vet will give you a few samples to test on your dogs.

We liked that it contains omega-3 fatty acids. One of the symptoms of food sensitivity is itching. This diet can support good skin health to help your pup’s recovery.

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4. Iams ProActive Puppy Dry Dog Food

The Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy Dry Dog Food is a complete and balanced diet formulated for large-breed puppies. It has higher protein and fat content to support growth and development during this life stage. We appreciated the detailed feeding instructions to help pet owners manage their dogs’ weight. It contains a decent amount of omega-3 fatty acids for skin health. It also has several added vitamins and minerals.

The food contains protein from both meat and plant sources. It comes in two sizes, including a two-pack of 30-pound bags. We appreciated the savings and the ability to keep the food fresh.

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5. Hill’s Science Diet Perfect Weight Dog Food

Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Dry Dog Food gets its protein from a high-quality source, including whole grains for added fiber. It also has several vegetable and fruit sources for additional bulk. The diet meets the minimum AAFCO fat requirements without going overboard. That keeps the calorie count low to prevent obesity. This is also essential in a breed prone to this condition.

The fiber content is enough to keep your pup sated. Your dog will maintain or lose weight if necessary if you follow the feeding instructions to a tee.

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6. Royal Canin Dry Dog Food

The Royal Canin Canine Care Nutrition Dry Dog Food is a high-protein diet with more fat than we typically see in these products. You’ll also see that fact in the calories per cup. However, the manufacturer provides guidance for making this food work for your pet with detailed feeding instructions based on your pup’s weight and activity level.

The hip and joint support is an excellent feature for breeds prone to these health issues. While it isn’t explicitly formulated for Greyhounds, it more than adequately covers their nutritional needs.

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7. Hill’s Science Diet Adult Dry Dog Food

Hill’s Science Diet Adult Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food goes the extra mile to make its food palatable with chicken liver, pork, and chicken to appeal to your pet. It is highly digestible, making it an excellent choice for picky eaters. We liked the availability of a smaller size to test out the diet without the commitment of a larger bag. We also liked that chicken was the first ingredient.

One downside is that it contains green peas. However, it is last on the list of ingredients and probably doesn’t contribute a lot to the overall diet.

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8. Iams Adult High Protein Dry Dog Food

The Iams Adult Real Chicken High Protein Dry Dog Food draws on protein from several sources to offer a complete diet, including chicken, whole grains, and eggs. The best thing is that it’s relatively affordable for the nutritional value that it provides. The formula also supports bone and joint health, an essential feature for large breeds such as the Greyhound.

While it contains flaxseed, the omega-3 fatty content isn’t as high as we’d like to see for a Greyhound diet. Some pets may not like the food, but you have to buy a 15-pound bag to find out if that’s true for your pet.

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9. Purina Pro Plan Adult Shredded Blend Dry Dog Food

The Purina Pro Plan Adult Shredded Blend Dry Dog Food is a highly nutritious diet with added vitamins and minerals supported by excellent protein sources. Glucosamine helps with joint health, something essential for large breeds. It also contains probiotics that make it highly digestible. It’s highly palatable so that your pup can take advantage of the nutrition that it provides.

The fat content is a bit high, but it may be a non-issue for active pets. The only other questionable feature we noted was the inclusion of garlic oil in the food.

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10. Wellness Complete Health Dry Dog Food

The Wellness Complete Health Adult Lamb & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food tries to cover all the bases with the inclusion of fruits, vegetables, and probiotics. The nutritional profile is decent, albeit with a higher calorie count per cup than we typically see. The ingredient list contains protein sources we’d expect, along with some that appeal more to people than your dog, such as blueberries and tomatoes. Unfortunately, it also has peas in it.

The diet does have omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to support skin health. The food is expensive. However, it comes in a 5-pound bag to give it a test run.

Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Best Dog Food for Greyhounds

Choosing the right diet is a vital choice for your pet’s good health. It can be challenging to pick the best dog food, given the many available products. Fortunately, the label and ingredient list can provide much of the information you need for comparing dog foods. Things to consider include:

Nutritional Value

The nutritional needs of dogs vary based on the breed, life stage, and activity level. Larger pups mature slower than small ones. While a Yorkie is fully developed by 12 months, a dog like a Greyhound may take up to 16 months to reach the same point. That maturity comes into play with the varying needs for protein and fat.

However, you will find products that satisfy the nutritional needs of various breeds. We suggest reading between the lines with these products. You may see differences in kibble size and other features that could affect your overall choice.

Ingredients

Ingredients like grains, by-products, and meals are not necessarily bad for your pet, despite marketing messages to the contrary. Dogs can process proteins from various sources. Diets with more than one type of protein may be more palatable or digestible for your dog. What’s important is that they meet the minimum thresholds for pups of the different life stages. The AAFCO publishes nutrient standards that can provide excellent resources to refer to.

Other ingredients, such as cranberries, blueberries, and carrots, are included more to attract buyers than to provide substantial health benefits for your dog. Others, like legumes, can increase your dog’s risk of developing a heart condition called canine dilated cardiomyopathy. This has prompted the FDA to launch an investigation. We suggest discussing your dog’s diet with your veterinarian if you have any concerns.

Calorie Count

We recommend monitoring your Greyhound’s body condition. Most products provide a suggested feeding plan, usually based on your pet’s weight. Your dog’s caloric needs will vary as it grows. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention offers more information about what your pup should get each day based on its weight and activity level.

Convenience

Offering several sizes is one of the primary convenience considerations. Of course, you want to provide the freshest food possible for optimal palatability. Many manufacturers offer their products in packs of two so that you can take advantage of the discounted price while maintaining freshness. We also like products that offer a smaller size for trying out a new diet or taking a bag along while traveling.

Conclusion

The Farmer’s Dog Beef Recipe is our pick for the best overall food based on our reviews. It offers a high-quality diet to fulfill this breed’s needs. The Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Dry Dog Food was the best value among our choices that provides the necessary amino acids.

All of these foods are ideal choices for your Greyhound, but take some time to look them over and figure out which one will be the best choice for your furry friend.

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