Looking for some recommendations

So between the 3 of my dogs we have an array of allergies. For about 2 years Zignature was our go to and then my Chi started having gland issues again. So then we were only using the fish flavors of Zignature. Still an issue, so we switched just her to Earthborn Holistic Venture Alaskan Pollock and Pumpkin. Which she did great on for a long time so we decided to just switch everyone over to it for ease.
The chi is 100% very allergic to chicken protein and is also very sensitive. My oldest mix is allergic to beef and has been very itchy this season. My husky is allergic to grain.
AND it seems while they’ve been on Earthborn they have all started having yeast issues!!!! None have ever had yeast issues before. (Not confirmed with the vet yet but I have been working with dogs for over 5 years and have seen my fair share of skin issues) my oldest dog has had a rash coming and going on her belly, itchy all over even chewed a hot spot a few days ago. My chi’s ears have been very itchy and her anus is starting to get a red hue. My husky normally has eye boogers. Her left eye boogers now have a red tint.
The husky and the old mix take Zyrtec every morning and everyone gets vitamin E every morning.
PLEASE throw me some suggestions!! I’m thinking we should move to a limited ingredient exotic meat food...but that’s expensive.

@pourpreh Are you confident about the quality and the dosage of the vitamin E you're using? Too much isn't a good thing. Why vitamin E and not an omega-3 supplement?

If the symptoms are driven by food, then sounds like Earthborn isn't a good fit. So you need chicken free, beef free. Is there a diagnosed grain allergy (which grain?) or just generally that dog tends to do better on the higher protein/fat grain-free formulas?

Common proteins remaining would be lamb and fish.

You could try Purina Pro Plan "sensitive", which has both of those flavors as options (it does have grains). My dog didn't tolerate it well but I've heard good things from others with sensitive/allergic dogs.

Farmina also has lamb-based and fish-based formulas, both grain inclusive and grain free. I've had very good luck with Farmina, personally

@kawaiichristi I am a rep for Farmina. We also have a quinoa formula for those with skin issues when it comes to allergies. Our foods are made with wholesome human grade ingredients and is made in Italy. Look us up and do some research and you will see how great it is. I can also be PMed about it or any questions and I have the ability to send coupon codes to anybody that would like to give it a try.

@mrtinkleface Hi. So. Like I said, I like Farmina. I like that it smells like real food and that my dogs have thrived long-term when eating it. I like that the protein is largely from animal sources, not peas/beans/pulses/concentrates. I like that I can get both grain-free and grain-inclusive formulas. I like that Farmina uses dehydrated meats instead of rendered meat meals. I've used it for years and recommended it to others.

So, with that in mind, and with the intent of being helpful...Farmina needs to refine its online reputation. It comes across online as less scientifically validated than some other brands here in the states. General unsubstantiated claims don't do anything for me. If anything, they sow distrust.

In the wake of the FDA DCM reports, dog food communities like this one are all about the WSAVA checklist. While I think Farmina checks most (all?) of the boxes, that information is not openly available on its website. e.g. feeding trials. You do some feeding trials, right? Just not in controlled labs? The website needs a page on that, in detail. Why should we trust Farmina's non-AAFCO feeding trial? This is not detail. What specifically is tested?

Farmina also does not publish detailed nutritional analysis consistently like a lot of other brands do. Even something as simple as calcium and phosphorus guaranteed percentages are not listed for every formula on the website (for example, this one I was considering this morning, until I couldn't find the needed information about phosphorus content). Beyond simple guaranteed mins/maxes, I'd really love to see a full actual typical analysis, as fed, posted for every formula. The more detail a company provides openly about the nutrition analysis and manufacturing processes & quality controls, the more I can make informed choices and include the food in my rotation.

If you have any say in feedback, will you please relay this back to whomever manages website content? A little attention to detail on the website would go a long way toward educated shoppers considering Farmina in a positive light.

@kawaiichristi I would be more than happy to give your feedback to the appropriate person. I do not mind hearing any critiques. Thank you for that, it is definitely something to look into. Farmina is backed by Italian standards (since being an Italian company). Things are published in a different way so it is something I will relay back.

@pourpreh Recently (maybe 5mo ago) switched to Farmina Ancestral Grain Lamb and Blueberry formula which I LOVE for my furbaby. Significantly fewer stomach issues, has shiny coat, and feels good.

They also have grain free if your pup is allergic to grains.

Edit: my dog has a very sensitive stomach and it took a little bit of getting used to but once he was fully transitioned, he’s been doing amazingly on it

@imagebeastmarkbeast Thank you! I will check it out ))

@pourpreh PM me for coupon code for Farmina I am a rep for the company and I would love to suggest some options for you to try

@imagebeastmarkbeast PM me and I can send you coupon codes for Farmina! I am a rep for the company and would love to help you get some savings on your pet nutrition