Dry dog food Savarra: composition and reviews from veterinarians

Savarra feed is manufactured in the UK, at the Golden Acres plant, on the order of a Russian individual entrepreneur registered as “Vyacheslav Fedorovich Trufanov”, who is also an importer of feed to Russia.

Our website publishes reviews of the compositions of Savarra food, and the rating of each product is based on the points awarded during the analysis - you can read about our evaluation criteria on the page “How we rate food.”

Main features of Savarra dog food

Savarra food for puppies copes well with the necessary responsibilities and is able to provide the daily requirement of nutrients.

Savara is a super premium dog food made in the UK. This brand appeared on the Russian market relatively recently, at the end of 2014, and even then it is mainly ordered via the Internet.

Very high demands are placed on Savarra. It contains components that meet the most stringent standards. The food contains the most useful ingredients and does not contain cheap additives. Meat must be fresh, vegetables, grains, herbs and berries must be natural. Dog food provides the body with the right amounts of minerals, vitamins and nutrients.

Manufacturer and official website

Savarra super premium holistic cat and dog food is a series of holistic foods for cats and dogs. The range of dog foods is a little narrower, but quite sufficient to cover a wide range of needs.

Let's look at the presentation provided by the manufacturer and the official website (https://savarra.ru):

Savarra does not need additional advertising, since its main advantage is quality. Since the brand is almost not advertised, the first drawback “looms” - low prevalence.
Natural composition.
Thoughtful and balanced diets.
Clear composition.

Let's figure out how much the stated advantages correspond to reality.

Advantages and disadvantages of food

Savara is a dog food that is hypoallergenic. This is its most important advantage. It is ideal for animals that suffer from allergies and digestive disorders. Nutrition for dogs of different ages and breeds can be easily balanced if you use Savara. However, not every pet store sells this food; it can only be bought in large cities. This is one of the main disadvantages. But you can easily order it in any online store. Therefore, availability must be taken care of in advance.

Savarra is a whole line of dog food made from environmentally friendly raw materials of the highest quality. Savarra is made on new equipment. The production machines are state-of-the-art.

Price and where to buy

You can buy this food in the following online pet stores:

"Zoopassage" ():
Dry food Savarra 2 kg - from 1536 rubles;
Dry food "Savara" 15 kg - from 9270 rub.
"ZooMag"():
Packaging 2 kg - from 1536 rubles;
Packaging 12 kg - from 7050 rub.
Yandex Market" ().

Prices shown are current as of April 2021 and may change over time. For exact prices, check the pet stores using the links above.

Composition of Savarra feed

Savarra food is based on one type of meat: duck, turkey or lamb. And meat is number one on the ingredient list. Its amount is at least 50% in relation to other components.

Grains are added to the feed, in particular rice - white or brown. No wheat or corn. In addition to meat and vegetables, they also include fish, vitamins, and prebiotics.

You will never see artificial flavor enhancers or colors in Savarra, and there are no GMOs. But Savara dog food, whose composition is completely natural, also includes antioxidants.

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Anna Abramenko

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To avoid allergies in animals, Savarra excluded chicken meal and chicken fat from his feed.

This food will meet the needs of dogs on a strict diet, susceptible to allergies or with weak digestion.

Squirrels

The main source of protein is meat. Next come salmon, peas, dehydrated eggs, oats.

Carbohydrates

Complex carbohydrates, which supply the body with the energy necessary for the proper growth and development of dogs, are rice, peas and oats. Peas also provide fiber to the body.

Fats

Turkey, lamb, salmon, and flax seeds are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. These acids have a beneficial effect on the coat, helping it acquire a healthy shine, as well as on vision, skin condition and heart.

Additional components

Parsley contains a lot of useful substances: phosphorus, selenium, potassium, vitamins B and C, various micro- and macroelements that benefit the body. The immune system is strengthened and metabolism is regulated.

Chamomile, chicory, blueberries and cranberries are all endless sources of vitamins. Whole tomatoes, spinach, green mussels remove waste and toxins from the body. These are antioxidants that have a positive effect on the dog’s ligaments and joints, maintain normal vision and mucous membranes, and prevent the development of inflammatory processes in the animal’s genitourinary system.

Savarra for dogs

Savarra feed is a completely new product produced in the UK; it is interesting that the recipe for these feeds was developed under the guidance of Russian animal nutrition specialists.
The Golden Acres company claims that the food contains about 70% animal components, unfortunately, this cannot be verified in any way, since the proportion of ingredients in the composition is not indicated. But if this is really the case, then the trend towards improving the quality of feed makes me very happy. The food is positioned as hypoallergenic, the packaging states that they do not contain common allergens such as chicken, corn, etc., but the product contains chicken eggs, which means it is contraindicated for the most common allergy to chicken protein. The set of vitamins and minerals in the food is standard, but I have nothing against the classics, but again, I really miss the percentage of these elements. This significantly complicates the selection of food and the prescription of additional medications for certain problems in animals, so no matter how good the composition is, I can only recommend this food to healthy and young dogs. The composition of savarra dry food for large breed puppies is questionable. I have a Rhodesian Ridgeback mix. Up to 6 months I fed acana dry puppy food. At exactly six months, the male’s height at the withers was 65 cm. Since it became expensive to feed Acana (we only had 11 kg bags on sale), I decided to switch to Savarra (18 kg bags were on sale, which is very profitable). I fed the puppy savarra food for large breed puppies for six months, from 6 to 12 months. At exactly one year old, the male’s height was measured and it was 67 cm. It turns out that during the most critical period of growth, the male rose by only 2 cm, and this was in a whole 6 months. I assume that at the factory that produces the food, they add not meat to the savarra line (as stated on the packaging), but waste meat products (bones, wool, intestines, etc.). Meat is used in feed, which is distributed all over the world, but savarra, which is very strange, is feed only for the Russian market. From this I conclude that the protein contained in the feed is more of plant origin, but not of animal origin. In this case, out of 28% protein (stated on the package), no more than 15% is absorbed, which is why the puppy has not really grown. I think that the Russian entrepreneur who ordered the production of feed at a UK factory knows about the real composition. But, apparently, the desire for profit is higher than moral principles (as is the case with most “traders” in our country). I doubt that there is even a grain of truth on the website savarra.ru (I’m talking about the team of “specialists” who painstakingly compose the menu). In our city, it is not possible to conduct a complete analysis of the feed; I am interested in the actual vitamin and mineral composition, and, if possible, the protein content (exactly which protein is greater, plant or animal). If someone (independent of the savarra “team”) has the opportunity to conduct a complete analysis of the food for its composition, be kind and many dog breeders and their pets will be grateful to you.

The good thing about the food is that it is suitable for all breeds; each dog does not need to buy a separate one. The range is not the widest, there are only 5 main lines - for any puppies, for large breed puppies, for older animals, for adult dogs of large and small breeds. It is difficult to judge the balance of food; not all types of food indicate the percentage of ingredients. But there is definitely no soy, artificial flavors, dyes or flavor enhancers in the composition. The dogs like the food, at first I gave them Pappy for puppies, now I give them the option for adults with turkey. They eat with gusto, the flavors don’t get boring, medium portions are enough to satiate, and the feeling of fullness lasts for a long time. During the day, my tailed cats were energetic and playful; there were no health or stool problems when feeding Savarra. The transition to this drying from natural was relatively easy, the appearance changed significantly for the better after a month of regular feeding.

Savarra feed range

The stores offer 5 lines for all types of dogs:

puppies;
large breed puppies;
adults of large breeds;
adults of small breeds;
elderly dogs for the prevention of obesity.

Thus, the granules included in the food for especially large dogs are much larger in size compared to the granules included in the food for all other breeds. This is done to make it easier for large animals to chew due to the anatomical structure of the jaw. The line for large breed dogs also includes the following additives:

seaweed;
green mussel extract.

Thanks to these ingredients, which are saturated with various minerals, dogs’ fur acquires a brighter color, and joints and ligaments that bear increased stress due to the animal’s heavy weight also receive significant benefits.

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Anna Abramenko

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The body receives the necessary microelements thanks to supplements such as chondroitin and glucosamine.

These elements contribute to the normal growth and functioning of cartilage and bone tissue. They help avoid problems common to large dogs. Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are also included in the feed. Excessive gas formation in the stomach is reduced, and putrefactive processes in the intestines stop developing. The stool returns to normal, the microflora returns to normal and dysbacteriosis does not appear.

The stomach of small dogs is much smaller than that of large dogs, and therefore they are unable to eat a lot of food at once. But small pets expend much more energy. Therefore, food for small breeds must correspond to their characteristics and contain more calories and be more energy-intensive. To replenish energy costs, the diet must contain fats and Omega-3 fatty acids. Information about them is on the label.

Sometimes owners of small dogs have a negative attitude towards the inclusion of grains in food. But decorative breeds need to receive carbohydrates in order to avoid glycemia. But grains are not digested at such a fast pace. Slow digestion counteracts sugar spikes in dogs. The animal’s health is also positively influenced by the presence of vitamins, antioxidants and fruits in the food.

Compared to large dogs, small ones are considered long-lived. And therefore, proper feeding can ensure good health in later life. You need to pay a lot of attention to organizing your little pet’s nutrition. It is advisable to choose healthy and balanced food that meets the requirements of the breed and does not cause allergies.

Range of diets

The entire line of this brand consists of six formulations, each package states “hypoallergenic” and “super-premium”, as well as “holistic”. The owner of the mustache is offered a choice of food:

Large breed puppies with lamb meat;
Puppies of any breed with turkey;
Adult small breeds with duck;
Adult large dogs with lamb;
Two types for dogs that have reached adulthood with turkey meat and lamb.

The menu of this brand contains only Savarra dry dog food, which, judging by the reviews, is very upsetting for fans of canned diets, and there is also no familiar Senior formula for elderly pets.

Packages available in weights of 1 kg, 3 kg, 12 kg and 18 kg. Some formulations may not contain 1 kg (large breeds) and 12 kg (puppies, small breeds) packaging. The most profitable purchase is, of course, a bag weighing 18 kg, as owners of large dogs say in reviews of Savara food.

In our opinion, the food range of this brand is more than modest, however, we will make allowance for the fact that Savarra is still a new product on our market and we hope to expand the line in the future.

Reviews from veterinarians about Savarra food

Experienced veterinarians speak highly of Savarra food:

“I have complete confidence in the feed manufacturer. I have been observing the development and growth of dogs for many years. Technologists of the highest category participated in the development of the feed composition. It is suitable for dogs of different breeds and puppies of any size. The main thing is to choose it correctly.”

“I often advise novice dog owners to try Savarra food for their pets. I have never had to give up this type of food; I have never had any problems with digestion or health. The animals grow energetic, their coat is shiny, their height and weight are normal.”

Your pet deserves such a tasty treat! Be sure to purchase Savarra food for him, as this is a high quality product.

Savarra cat food - reviews

Savara dry food for cats has been sold on the shelves of Russian pet stores for several years now. During this time, many pet owners managed to buy it for their pets. Below we have collected several reviews from those who tried the food and reported on the results.

Reviews from veterinarians

Unfortunately, we were unable to find direct reviews from veterinarians about Savarra brand food. If we find such ones in the future, we will definitely supplement this review with them.

Customer Reviews

Anastasia writes:

Hi all! We have a neutered cat and have been eating Savarra Sensitive dry food for about a month now. Compared to previous diets (Brit, Hills, Royal Canin), he eats a little less willingly, but eats everything. I suspect that the food is less tasty for him due to its more natural composition; judging by the reviews, this is what many who switch their pets to a better food face.
Compared to Brit, this food has smaller granules, making them easier for our cat to chew. The large granules scratched his gums and had to be treated later. I didn’t notice any negative aspects with “Savara”, the cat is healthy, the fur is shiny and fluffy.
The price of the food is quite affordable, a 400 g package costs 314 rubles. If you take 2 kg it turns out to be a little more profitable. My verdict: I recommend trying this food, it suited our cat and it will probably suit yours.

Rose writes:

I first came across this brand a year ago, when I tried it for a husky puppy. When the puppy grew up, it became a little expensive to buy this food and switched to a more economical one. And recently we got a kitten of the British breed, the question arose of what to feed him and I remembered Savara. In the line for kittens there is only food based on turkey month, which is what I bought.
On the packaging of Savarra Kitten there is the inscription “77% meat”, and in the composition itself, turkey meat comes first. Unfortunately, the percentage is not indicated there, you will have to take my word for it. The food granules are very small, triangular in shape, light in color and have a uniform consistency. The smell is quite pleasant.
The kitten liked the food and eats it with pleasure. We switched to it within a week, gradually increasing the portions to the feeding norm. He has been eating for two weeks now after the transition period. The stool is formed, the coat is beautiful, the eyes and ears are clean. The kitten is very playful and active.
The only thing that worries me is the packaging. The food is produced in Britain and packaged in Russia. And it is sold here by some individual entrepreneur Vyacheslav Fedorovich Trufanov

Sofia writes:

Hello readers of my review) I’ll tell you about my experience of feeding Savarra food, which recently appeared in a pet store nearby and which I already bought on the recommendation of the seller. By the way, I used to feed my cat food from the supermarket, then during an illness we visited the clinic and the veterinarian enlightened me that this food was of poor quality and that normal ones were sold in pet stores. Since then, I have read a lot on this topic and already know what to look for when choosing food.
After the seller’s recommendation, I first looked at the composition, it turned out to be very good, it contains more than 70% meat. Exactly meat, and not “meat and processed meat products” as it is written in the food from the supermarket. I took three different 400 gram packages: for kittens (with turkey meat), for long-haired cats (with duck meat), for cats with sensitive digestion (with lamb meat).
Also, Savarra food does not contain corn, wheat, soy, harmful additives (artificial colors, GMOs) and it meets the super premium class. My cat is capricious when it comes to food, but she appreciated all these qualities. Three packages lasted almost a month, all this time she felt great, ran, jumped, mischievous) Although the food is a little expensive (350 rubles for 400 g), I still give it 10 out of 10.