Good, Fast or Cheap Pet Food: You Can’t Have All Three
We’d all love to feed our pets food that’s healthy, affordable, and super convenient. But here’s the truth: when it comes to pet food, you can usually only pick two of the three.
It’s the classic triangle: good, fast, cheap. And when you try to have it all, something always gives, and more often than not, it’s your pet’s health.
If you’ve ever stood in the pet food aisle wondering whether that budget kibble is "good enough" or scrolled through gourmet delivery services that cost more than your weekly shop, this post is for you.
Cheap + Fast = Ultra-Processed Junk
Let’s start with the most common combo: cheap and fast. These foods are everywhere, the supermarket shelves are stacked with them. They’re easy to grab, easy to store, and easy to afford.
But easy comes at a cost.
Most cheap, mass-produced pet food is:
- Made with meat meals, by-products, and vague protein sources
- Filled with preservatives, flavour enhancers, and artificial colours
- Bulked up with fillers like wheat, corn, or soy
- Low in bioavailable nutrients your pet can absorb
This is where digestive issues, skin flare-ups, itchy paws, and long-term inflammation start. It’s not always immediate, but over time, cheap food takes a toll on your dog or cat’s health.
If your dog or cats suffers with allergies, PetWell RELIEF allergy supplement is a great addition to your pet’s bowl! Packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, it will help soothe the itch, supporting skin and coat.
Cheap + Good = Not Scalable or Sustainable
This combo is the unicorn we’re all chasing: food that’s healthy and affordable.
But here’s the catch: when pet food is genuinely made with human-grade ingredients, formulated by professionals, and free from fillers and synthetic additives... it costs more to produce.
So, if it’s also cheap? That brand might not be around for long. Either they’re absorbing unsustainable costs or cutting corners somewhere along the way.
It might be great in the short term, but you can’t rely on it consistently.
PetWell supplements and treats are all-natural and only made from human-grade ingredients to give your dogs and cats the best health support available.
Good + Fast = Premium Price Tag
Then there’s the pet food delivery boom: tailored meal plans, fast shipping, gourmet recipes, minimal prep.
Healthy? Absolutely. Convenient? Totally. But they come with a steep monthly price tag. You’re paying not just for the ingredients, but the logistics, packaging, tech, and marketing.
If it fits your budget, that’s awesome. But for many pet owners, this isn’t a sustainable long-term option, especially with multiple pets.
Read our Pet Nutrition Guide: What to Feed Your Dog or Cat
The PetWell Way: Good + Realistically Affordable
At PetWell, we believe you shouldn't have to compromise your pet’s health just because you're time-poor or budget-aware.
We focus on:
- Real, natural ingredients
- Human-grade quality
- Functional nutrition that targets real issues like allergies, gut health, joints, and anxiety
Our freeze-dried treats and natural supplements are shelf-stable, formulated by an animal naturopath, and made in Aussie facilities. No artificial fillers. No marketing fluff. Just honest nutrition that delivers results.
You won’t find us in bargain bins. But you’ll find us where people care about:
- Feeding their pets whole-food-based diets
- Reducing long-term vet bills
- Supporting dog and cat health naturally
The Bottom Line: Know What You’re Trading Off
Next time you pick up a bag of "value" dog food or get tempted by the fastest delivery option, stop and ask:
- What am I really feeding them?
- Am I choosing price and speed over quality?
- Will this nourish them, or just fill them?
If you can’t have all three, we’d argue that good should always be one of the two you pick.
Because your dog or cat depends on you to choose wisely. And when you choose PetWell, you’re choosing real food, real health, and real peace of mind.
It's crucial to avoid compromising on quality entirely for the sake of convenience
👉 Explore our natural supplements and freeze-dried treats to see how you can feed smarter without compromising your pet’s health.
Better choices. Healthier pets. That’s the PetWell way.
Disclaimer: The entire contents of PetWell emails and website are not to be taken as medical advice. The team at Pet Squad Pty Ltd trading as PetWell encourages you to make your own pet health care decisions based on your research and in partnership with a qualified pet healthcare professional.
Posted By Ayda Hornak - Trained in Canine Psychology and Natural Animal Nutrition Care
