Summary
Dr. Marty Nature’s Blend is a brand of dog food in which all ingredients are raw, freeze-dried, and packed with fats and proteins that can be beneficial to your dog. The ingredients are good but the price is high.
Posted on Oct 12, 2020
My two dogs, Lillie and Chachi, love the food. I mix a cup and a half of the kibble which I pulse in my mini food processor and supplement with cooked meat or chicken. I split it between them and they lick the bowls clean. Lillie even "talks" to me as I mix everything together while she waits to get at her bowl.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
They love it
Lillie’s coat is softer
Chachi is finicky and he’s eating more of his meals
It is a little pricier but results are great
Size of bags
Posted on Oct 12, 2020
My 16-year-old Rat Terrier is in heart failure. Six weeks ago I almost lost him but was given the link to Dr. Marty by a friend. I didn't have time to transition but immediately changed to Dr. Marty's dog food; my dog picked up, full of energy, bright-eyed, and wanting to run. He hasn't long now but at least he will be as healthy as possible for the remainder of his life. Thank you so much Dr. Marty.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
My dog loves it
Healthy ingredients
Easy to travel with
The price
Posted on Oct 8, 2020
After using Dr. Marty's for months as a food to wean our Papillon puppies to, I only found out today that it is not recommended for dogs under 1 year of age and that it was specifically formulated for dogs with digestive issues. It sure doesn't tell you this in the advertising. Now I wonder what damage I have done to my puppies feeding this food. I should receive a refund on the 3 bags I just bought since they shouldn't be fed to my puppies.
Length of Use: 6–12 months
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
No “pros” were specified in this review
That it should not be fed to dogs under 1 year of age
Company Response from Dr. Marty Pets
Oct 9, 2020
Hello Sherrie. My name is Kat and I am with Dr. Marty Pets. I am sorry to read your review of Nature’s Blend. There seems to be some misunderstanding regarding the formulation. Nature’s Blend is not specifically formulated for dogs with digestive issues. Nature’s Blend is suitable for adult dogs and specially formulated to support canines regarding a number of issues including higher energy levels, joint and coat support, and easier digestion. Dr. Marty Pets always advises our customers to consult their veterinarian when choosing the correct food as results and needs may vary. We understand that we may not be the best choice for every dog. I have escalated your concerns and you will be receiving a refund on your order within 3-5 business days. Please feel free to contact me at kat@drmartypets.com for any further questions.
Posted on Sep 27, 2020
My chihuahua has been on Dr. Marty's for over a year, then he suddenly started having bad gas/stomach pains. I called the company and asked did you change the formula? I was told yes. Don't you think you should have told us? I'm now thinking about Spot & Tango dog food.
Length of Use: 1–2 years
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
My chihuahua really likes it, I want him around for a long time
5 stars if you left it alone
Changing your formula, dogs are not like us, if it's not broke don't fix it
Company Response from Dr. Marty Pets
Oct 1, 2020
Hello Bianca. My name is Kat and I am with Dr. Marty Pets. I am sorry to read our reformulated Nature’s Blend did not agree with your dog. Nature’s Blend was reformulated to add four new ingredients: kale, broccoli, sunflower seeds, and dried kelp. We are also proud to say that 81% of Nature’s Blend’s new formula is made up of real cuts of meat. Nature’s Blend only uses natural ingredients and no dyes, so there is always variation in the color and shape of Nature’s Blend. An announcement was sent to our subscribers in January 2020 about the changes. I would like to offer you a refund on your order as a courtesy for your trouble. Please email me at kat@drmartypets.com so that I may get started on your refund right away. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Posted on Sep 14, 2020
My dog is a senior. I wanted to give her a diet that would extend her life. She absolutely loves this stuff. Yeah, it's on the high side price-wise. But to watch her eat definitely is worth it.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Posted on Aug 24, 2020
I ordered the food online and was shocked when I received a ONE pound bag. The website buries that information and simply shows "bags." Never, in my imagination, could I have foreseen that I would pay more for one pound of dog food than I would for a lobster dinner in a nice restaurant.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
The dog will eat it
The price is horrible
The website is deceptive
It smells awful
Company Response from Dr. Marty Pets
Oct 2, 2020
Hi Susan. I am Kat with Dr. Marty Pets. I am sorry to read your review. We do provide photos of our products and our customer service agents are always available by phone or by email to answer any questions you may have. As a courtesy, I would like to offer you a full refund for your dissatisfaction. Please email me at kat@drmartypets.com so that I may make this right for you. I wish you and your pet a great weekend. I look forward to hearing from you.
Posted on Aug 22, 2020
Got a large box of this because I was concerned about his eating grass and licking his paws. So we took about 1/2 dozen pellets out to see if he would eat it. Not only did he gulp it down, he started staring at me with the look of "Okay, where's the rest?" I mix about 1/4 of a cup with water (30 lb dog) and add it to his regular food to keep the cost reasonable. The bowl is quickly rendered clean, that has never happened before. Previously he would eat a small amount, multiple times a day.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
I am sure the dog would prefer it over his treats
Doesn't require special handling
It is expensive but with mixing with regular food, I thing the cost can be kept within reason
Doesn't smell great to me, but then I don't have to eat it, he is of a different opinion
Going to have to keep the bags out of sight otherwise he starts following me around
Posted on Aug 1, 2020
His "real meat" is not free-range nor grass-fed. He does not care about every animal from farm to table! I will not be purchasing this anymore until he changes his meat.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Company Response from Dr. Marty Pets
Oct 2, 2020
Hello Lauren. My name is Kat and I am with Dr. Marty Pets. Although our meat is not free-range, Nature’s Blend is formulated with premium cuts of meat sourced in North America. In fact, the first four ingredients are Turkey, Beef, Salmon, and Duck. Our formula is then balanced with a canine-friendly amount of veggies, fruit, and seeds - and contains zero “filler” food substances, meat by-products, or harmful additives or preservatives. Our premium meats come from USDA-inspected sources and we strive to provide your pet with the healthiest, most nutrient-rich fruits and veggies available. I would like to offer you a full refund for your frustration. Please email me at kat@drmartypets.com so that I may resolve this right away. Please have a wonderful weekend, and I wish you the best in your journey for the appropriate food for your pup.
Posted on Jul 28, 2020
Hi all,
I am feeling so worried about our dog, Morton. He’s our sweet, little, 3.5-year-old, 45lb Bassett/Dobbie mutt and we’ve never had any health issues in the past. He’s actually a bit of a tank, whom we loving joke is "our little trash goblin" due to his fondness for street finds (which we obviously then have to pry out of his mouth - yuck?). But never any health problems.
We were so excited to start him on Dr. Marty’s Nature’s Blend because we love our little goblin and want him to live forever. We were so excited yesterday morning when we began to introduce the food to his diet and he LOVED it.
We have only been giving him 3/4oz with each meal (roughly 50 pellets) in addition to his usual 1 cup of dry food (grain-free, etc).
We did this yesterday morning and evening for each of his meals, and then this morning, for his 3rd Dr. Marty meal, we added a 1/2 a scoop of the ProPower Plus Digestive Supplement.
After his breakfast, we took him for his morning walk and HORROR. Pitiful bouts of panting, trembling, and explosive liquid diarrhea. Sorry. It was too soon after his breakfast for it to be the ProPower Plus Digestive Supplement, so it must be the Nature’s Blend.
He needed to go out 3 hours later for round 2 of more diarrhea. My poor puppy! He’s so pitiful. What should we do?
Is it Salmonella? Listeria? Should we take him to the vet?
We will obviously not give him any tonight or tomorrow morning, but should we stop altogether?
I’m so disappointed - I was really excited about this food.
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
Few ingredients
My dog liked it
Diarrhea
So expensive
Company Response from Dr. Marty Pets
Jul 29, 2020
Hello Andrew. My name is Kat and I am with Dr. Marty Pets. I am sorry to read about your experience with our Nature’s Blend and ProPower Plus. This is not a typical reaction, and I have forwarded your review to our Customer Relations department so that they may contact you for more information. Dr. Marty Pets always advises our customers to consult their veterinarian prior to making any changes to their pet’s daily feeding or supplement regimen, as results may vary. We are unable to provide any medical advice for Morton and urge you to seek veterinary care. We truly wish the best for Morton and our Customer Relations department will be in touch with you soon. Please feel free to reach out to me at kat@drmartypets.com if you have any additional questions. Have a safe and wonderful day.
Posted on Jul 22, 2020
My dog (Molly) is a 13-year-old Maltese mix, about 10lbs two years ago, I started to worry that she wouldn’t be around much longer. She slept all day, she ignored her toys, her coat was thin, etc. I had been feeding her one of the "Blues" and just happened to run across Dr. Marty’s ad.
I never buy anything without checking the reviews, the BBB, the journal of veterinary medicine, my own vet, etc., everything seemed mostly good except the price.
The food arrived (ordered for a discount price, it’s the same price every time order it). I read one review that said it looks like floating sawdust when you reconstitute it. I loosely crush it and make it into a paste and it’s fine. The bag says you don’t have to use Dr. Marty’s food exclusively, so I never have.
Molly eats twice a day 1/3, cup each meal. I give her kibble, (2/3, of a 1/3 cup measure) and the other 1/3 is reconstituted Dr. M’s. She goes nuts wanting her food. I had to feed her for 2 days without Dr. M’s (I’d forgotten to order it) and she wouldn’t eat the kibble at all.
Molly is a brand new dog. She sleeps only until someone moves then she’s up running through the house wanting to play. She loves to play "keep away" with her toys and loves to have them thrown! His coat is thick and shiny. She stands on her hind legs and walks across the room waiting for her food to be set down (she hasn’t done that in 5 years). We love this food.
Length of Use: 1–2 years
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
You can add it to your dog’s kibble and still reap the benefits of a raw diet
It’s easy to store, light weight, it’s easy to reconstitute
My dog loves it
The price (I overcame that by mixing it with a good kibble)
If it was powder, I wouldn’t have to smash the little bits up before I added water
I wish the bags were larger
Posted on Jul 20, 2020
I have two 70 lb Goldendoodles, so feeding just Dr. Marty's is cost-prohibitive, BUT I use it as a topper. They dance and bark while I prepare their dinners and wolf it down and then lick each other's bowls. SCORE!
Length of Use: Less than 3 months
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pros and Cons
Smells yummy
Good ingredients
Price
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