Try The Farmer's Dog fresh dog food for 50% off with this National Pet Day deal 🐾
You can find some of the best National Pet Day deals right now to help you treat your pup to something tasty and keep a few extra bucks in your pocket.
The Farmer's Dog is offering new customers 50% off their first order of any recipe and plan for any dog type. The fresh dog food delivery service is known for its vet-developed meal plans that are made using human-grade ingredients and customized for your dog's specific needs and preferences. If you've been considering trying out fresh dog food delivery services, I suggest checking out The Farmer's Dog this April!
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How much does The Farmer's Dog cost?
The vet-developed meal plans are formulated with fresh, human-grade ingredients so your furry friends can eat healthy for years to come. The refrigerated deliveries are flexible based on your schedule and feature eco-friendly packaging. Meal plans range from about $2 to $12 per day and delivery options range from one week to three months of food and include free shipping.
When I tried The Farmer's Dog, two weeks worth of meals for my two dogs, Rufio and Ace, would have been $119.30. With today's pet deal, you could save 50% on the first box.
🦴 How does The Farmer's Dog work?
To get started with The Farmer's Dog, you'll take a short quiz about how many dogs you have, breed, age, weight, dietary restrictions, activity levels and diet history. After you complete the quiz, The Farmer's Dog will determine the appropriate meal plan with recommended recipes and weekly pricing. Your pup's meals will be formulated with USDA human-grade fresh ingredients and packaged into pre-portioned packs so all you have to do is open and pour.
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Is The Farmer's Dog worth it?
If you're thinking about giving your dog a delicious new diet, The Farmer's Dog is absolutely worth a try. When I tried the brand out for my two dogs, we (the dogs) loved it. Both my dogs gobbled up the food on a daily basis, it seemed to improve their digestion and the transition period was very mild.
The cost of The Farmer's Dog was comparable to our usual dry dog food, so as long as you have the freezer space, I highly recommend trying out The Farmer's Dog.
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National Pet Day 2025 is on Friday, April 11. The holiday is celebrated annually on April 11.
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