Feeding With Love: Our Poodles Favorites

These are the dry foods we’ve trusted and fed our poodles for years. We’re sharing our personal favorites and why they’ve worked so well for our Elite Family.

10/5/20252 min read

a variety of dog food products including a dog food product
a variety of dog food products including a dog food product

🐾 Our Trusted Picks: Real Food for Real Dogs

No Sponsorship. Just Love.

At Elite Family Poodles, we believe that nutrition is one of the most powerful ways to support a dog’s health, happiness, and longevity. That’s why we confidently recommend two exceptional brands: The Honest Kitchen and Acana.

This is not an advertisement. We are not paid to promote these products. We share them because we’ve seen — time and again — how beneficial they are for our dogs and puppies. These foods reflect the same values we hold dear: transparency, integrity, and love.

🍲 The Honest Kitchen

A pioneer in human-grade pet food, The Honest Kitchen offers a wide range of thoughtfully crafted options:

• Whole Food Clusters made with real meat and vegetables

• Canned foods, broths, toppers, and treats — all free from preservatives and fillers

• Recipes designed for puppies, adults, and seniors, with grain-free and grain-inclusive options

Every bite is gently prepared to preserve nutrients and flavor, making mealtime both nourishing and joyful.

🥩 Acana

Acana’s recipes are biologically appropriate and rich in animal-based proteins:

• Varieties include lamb, beef, chicken, turkey, and more

• Formulas for all life stages, from puppies to seniors

• Options for grain-free and wholesome grain diets

• Made with fresh, regional ingredients and no artificial preservatives

Acana’s commitment to quality and transparency makes it a brand we trust deeply — not just for one photo, but for a lifetime of meals.

~Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites ~

  • Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites dry food

  • is a highly-rated, veterinarian-recommended formula designed to meet the developmental needs of small breed puppies up to 1 year old. It features a smaller kibble size for tiny mouths while providing essential nutrients for healthy growth.

  • Key Product Details

  • Life Stage: Puppy (up to 1 year old). It is also suitable for pregnant or nursing dogs.

  • Main Ingredient/Flavor: Chicken is the primary ingredient, typically combined in recipes with brown rice and barley.

  • Kibble Size: The kibble is small (around 7.3 x 4.5 mm), making it easy for small and mini breed puppies to pick up and chew.

  • Key Nutritional Benefits:

    • Healthy Brain & Eye Development: Contains DHA from fish oil.

    • Lean Muscle Growth: Includes high-quality protein to build and maintain strong muscles.

    • Strong Bones & Teeth: Formulated with balanced minerals and calcium.

    • Digestive Health: Features a blend of prebiotic fibers (ActivBiome+ Digestion) to support a healthy gut microbiome.

    • Healthy Skin & Coat: Enriched with Vitamin E and Omega-6 fatty acids.

💛 Why We Recommend These Brands

We’ve watched our dogs thrive — with shinier coats, better digestion, and joyful energy — thanks to these foods. We choose them because they’re made with real ingredients, not marketing fluff. And we share them with you because we care.

If you’re looking for food that honors your dog’s health and your values, The Honest Kitchen and Acana are beautiful places to start.