Dog Food Prices in South Africa 2022

You are here simply because you want to know the prices of dog foods specifically in South Africa.

Keeping dogs as pets comes with a lot of task. Unlike other livestock animals which can be left to go and fend for themselves, dogs should be fed with well balanced diet to aid their daily growth and development. A well-fed dog gives out its maximum performance in terms of love, affection, security and more.

If you have no idea about the prices of dog food, best dog food, where to purchase dog food, constituents of dog foods, etc. then you'll find this post very useful. Stick and stay with me.

Note: price may vary from one supplier to the other due to several factors.

It is always recommended that you prepare your own feed in order to cut exorbitant costs. However, preparation of formulated dog feed is beyond the scope of the article.

Prices of Dog food

Types of Dog Food

PFMA represents numerous manufacturers of different pet foods. These can be complete or complementary, wet, dry or raw.  ALL members of PFMA adhere to strict legislation and provide nourishing food for your pet.

WET, DRY AND RAW…

WET FOODS: these are foods with a high moisture content. They are usually cooked at high temperatures to sterilize them and are then sealed under pressure (although not always). These include cans, foil trays and pouches and the contents include chunks in gravy, chunks in jelly and meatloaf formats. Frozen or chilled pet foods in bags are also available.

DRY FOODS: these are foods that have low moisture content. They include extruded foods (shaped pellets or kibbles), flake foods (flaked cereals) and biscuits/mixers. These are often packed in bags, but biscuits which are to be offered as treats may be packed in smaller boxes. Dry foods still contain meat – which may be added in a fresh or dried state. Dry food may be offered dry, or owners may wish to add water or gravy to the food, depending on the manufacturer's instructions.

RAW FOODS: there is a range of commercially produced raw products available in frozen or freeze-dried formats. Raw pet food products can be complete or complementary. For more information on raw food and a list of manufacturers,

Where to buy dog food in South Africa

You an purchase dog feed from Epol via popular online stores. Click any of the links below to make a purchase.

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How much does dog food typically cost?

Even if you have a dog that will happily eat anything, it's worthwhile to get dog food that's healthy for them (see our article about what dog food ingredients to avoid). Depending on what type of food you choose and the size of your dog, keeping your dog well-fed will probably cost between $30 to $80 a month.

Which dog food is best in South Africa?

The top 4 dog food brands in South Africa

1. Montego. The best budget brand. Montego is a South African family-run company founded by Hannes van Jaarsveld in 2000. … 
2. Royal Canin. The best breed specific brand. … 
3. Vets Choice. The best general option. … 
4. Hill's. The best option for special dietary requirements and medical conditions.

Is dog food going up in price?

Additional pet food shortages were reported in early March for similar reasons. … “In 2020 food prices jumped 3.9 percent, nearly triple last year's overall rate of inflation,” Yahoo News official said pointing to statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

How much is a dog in South Africa?

The price of a single puppy ranges between R20,000 and R70,000. In Cape Town, the price of a commonly-coloured puppy is between R25,000 and R30,000, while in Johannesburg, the price range is between R30,000 and R50,000.

How much is a bulldog puppy in South Africa?

A properly bred English Bulldog has a wonderful temperament and an endearing character. It is also an excellent guard dog. Good show quality puppies currently cost between R15,000 and R20,000, depending on the breeder, says Cape Town breeder Jenny Canning, who is the president of the Cape Bulldog Club.

What is the most expensive puppy to buy?

7 most expensive dog breeds across the world

• English Bulldog. Estimated price: Rs 1,55,000-Rs 2,05,000. … 
• Pharoah Hound. Estimated price: Up to Rs 4,15,000. … 
• Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Estimated price: Rs 62,000-Rs 9,00,000. … 
• Tibetan Mastiff. Estimated price: Up to Rs 4,50,000. … 
• Samoyed. … 
• Akita. … 
• Lowchen.