There are several concerns associated with Taste of the Wild dog food, according to the search results. Here are some of the issues:
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DCM Reports: Taste of the Wild is one of the dog food brands with DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy) reports named by the FDA. The FDAs investigation is ongoing, with no new scientific data to share as of December 2022. So far, investigators have not found scientific evidence that Taste of the Wild or grain-free diets cause heart problems in dogs.
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Recalls: In May 2012, Taste of the Wild was one of 14 brands recalled by Diamond Pet Food due to Salmonella contamination. In August 2018, there were allegedly heavy metals, acrylamide, pesticides, and bisphenol A (BPA) found in Taste of the Wild dog food, which led to a lawsuit.
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Unsafe Ingredients: Many pet food ingredients are unsafe or are grown using unsafe chemicals. The recipes in Taste Of The Wilds Canned line all contain foods known to carry a large pesticide/herbicide residue. The dry dog food line contains natural flavor, which is added to make processed food more palatable. But natural flavor is often either MSG or animal digest, which is another very low-quality ingredient.
Its important to note that some dog owners have reported positive experiences with Taste of the Wild dog food, and that the brand has a 4.5-star rating on Dog Food Advisor. However, if you have concerns about feeding your dog Taste of the Wild dog food, its recommended that you consult your veterinarian.
