Why is Root & Tail the better hypoallergenic food for sensitive dogs?

If you've been struggling to find relief for your dog's food allergies and sensitivities, you're not alone. Many pet parents have tried "leading" hypoallergenic kibbles from big brands like Hills, Royal Canin, and Purina without seeing the improvements they hoped for. Here's why Root & Tail's fresh, gently-cooked recipes might be the answer you've been searching for.

The Limitations of Traditional Hypoallergenic Kibble

Let's be honest - while hydrolyzed protein diets can help some dogs with food sensitivities, they're not a perfect solution for every pup. Many dogs simply don't enjoy eating these ultra-processed foods day after day. And as a caring pet parent, you might have concerns about feeding these products long-term.

What's more concerning is that research shows some dogs with adverse food reactions don't respond to hydrolyzed proteins at all. They continue showing allergic symptoms even when fed these supposedly "hypoallergenic" formulas.[1]

The Hidden Culprit: Storage Mites

Here's something most pet food companies don't tell you: your dog's allergic reactions might not be caused by food ingredients at all. Environmental contaminants like storage mites, which are pretty much everywhere in dry kibble, could be the real problem.[2]

This explains why some dogs continue showing allergic symptoms no matter what brand or type of kibble they eat. Studies have shown that these dogs often only improve when switched to fresh, cooked food instead.[3]

The Problem with Most "Hypoallergenic" Formulas

Ironically, many commercial therapeutic "hypoallergenic" diets are actually made from commonly allergenic protein sources – things like chicken organs or fish meat that are just processed differently. While breaking down these proteins (hydrolyzation) reduces reactions in some dogs, certain allergens may remain intact and continue triggering immune responses in sensitive pups.[4]

Why Root & Tail Fresh Recipes Stand Apart

Our gently-cooked, plant-based recipes offer a truly different approach. Unlike heavily processed kibble with questionable ingredients, Root & Tail provides:

• Genuinely novel protein sources that avoid common allergens
• No exposure to storage mites that contaminate dry foods
• Minimal processing that preserves nutritional integrity
• Appetizing flavors and textures dogs actually enjoy eating

For dogs who haven't responded to traditional "hypoallergenic" diets, Root & Tail's fresh recipes could be the breakthrough solution you've been hoping for.

Real Relief for Your Furry Friend

Watching your dog suffer from food allergies is heartbreaking. The constant itching, digestive issues, and discomfort affect their quality of life – and yours too. 

Ready to see if Root & Tail can make a difference for your allergic pup? Try our fresh recipes today and join the growing community of pet parents who've finally found relief for their sensitive dogs.

Sources

[1] Olivry, T. and Bizikova, P. (2009). A systematic review of the evidence of reduced allergenicity and clinical benefit of food hydrolysates in dogs with cutaneous adverse food reactions.

[2] Brazis, P. et al. (2008). Evaluation of storage mite contamination of commercial dry dog food.

[3] Olivry, T. and Mueller, R.S. (2019). Critically appraised topic on adverse food reactions of companion animals (8): storage mites in commercial pet foods.

[4] Masuda, K. et al. (2020). Hydrolyzed diets may stimulate food-reactive lymphocytes in dogs.