Random Questions 'n Answers

The Email With A Question

I'm curious about your dog kibble and will consider trying it. Of course I've heard and read about the corn issue. My other concern is that there doesn't seem to be any variety in flavors. Everything I've read says that a rotation of flavors, and even brands are good for the dog. I'd hate to eat the same stuff every day of my life and I don't think dogs like it either. How do you address that concern with your product? I've been feeding XXXXXXX but have changed to XXXXXXX dry kibble.

My Answer

When it comes to nutrition, more and more evidence is pointing to keeping a diet as standard as possible; at least that is what is coming down the pike from the likes ofvet schools like Tufts and Cornell i.e. advice given to law enforcement. It seems to be one factor in bloat. Plus, you may have noticed that the 'variety' diets don't have a consistent protein level and from a scientific point of view, keeping that standard helps the body maintain its best balance.

Part of the reason I began a product line (while I was still teaching dog behavior) was that 'reading what everyone says' about nutrition just got so confusing. There is the science of nutrition and then there is the science fiction of marketing and advertising. A band wagon starts, does well and many jump on. I just want a diet that is consistent, the best for my dog and manufactured by folks I trust.

I'd eat filet mignon everyday with no problem!!

Intriguing Testimonial

I have been professionally working dogs for 20 years, working dogs for the United States Army and U.S. Customs. When I started in this industry, there were two big names in dog food producing positive results. Those foods are still around, however their product has changed drastically over the years, from outsourcing to cost cutting. My working dogs require the same attention as house dogs, just that if they are not healthy, I was not working.

Good nutrition is needed to sustain the demands of daily work and training as well as continue with a healthy diet and I wanted to find a food that would produce results. Researching foods for my training facility, I tried many different diets from raw to the best market brand kibble available. I also searched the internet for more information about the foods I was using. These studies were mostly generated by the food companies and were one sided.

While working with a fellow handler from a different agency, I noticed how shinny and soft his black labs coat was. This dog was close to the same age as my working dog, but her energy levels continued when my dogs slowed. When asked the handler stated he was feeding a food called Kumpi, which like most I have never heard of, but was willing to try it. I called the number on the bag, and was very shocked to speak to the owner of the company, not a representative.

Evelyn Serpa was very knowledgeable about the dog food industry as well as the interworking of the dog and how food affects their health. She sent me one bag of food with the conditions that the proof was in the results. I put the food to the test and was impressed right away; enough to order one ton of dog food. I have not had one issue with drastically changing current food to Kumpi with dogs in our kennel. Owners even ask if I bathed their dogs as their coats were softer and shiner in just one week from the change in the food. I have also seen dogs not eat their food, but gobble down Kumpi, then refuse to eat their original food.

I could go on and on about the positive results I have seen from this food, but I won’t. The results are proof enough and if you want to get the proof, try one bag and tell me you're not impressed.

From "Premium" to Kumpi With A Hooray!!

Dear Evy,
just a quick update:

Marbles is doing well and loving the Kumpi dog food! We are so pleased!

I returned the others (XXXXXXX XXX and XXXXX XX XXX XXXX) and started him right on Kumpi. He had mucus stools for the first two days, but it could have been from previous stuff as he was already having mucusy stools.
I was stunned to see how much he took to it, and STILL loves eating it. I sometimes give it dry, but most times add warm water and make it a soupy broth. (Is that ok?) Either way, he loves it.

So glad that it is gluten free!!!!

I bought the BIG bag, and I'm glad I did.

Thanks,
jennifer

Hooray!!! for Marbles :) I am so jazzed and always love hearing this. The first couple of days of mucous were just what you indicated; clearing out the old and making new for the health. I love it! I wouldn't moisten the food though; I would just feed it dry. Kumpi is like filet mignon to a dog and don't ever feel bad about feeding 'the same old dry dog food' to Marbles.

You're right too; I'm only a phone call away, even evenings and weekends. So far I haven't been affected by the recession, since more and more folks are discovering the value in a bag of Kumpi.

I'm glad you bought the BIG bag too! Better value :)

Thanks for the feedback and do keep me posted ~

Evy

Happy Great Dane!

Dear Evy,

The Kumpi dog food arrived a few days ago I had it on the kitchen floor and was trying to open the box with a mat knife. I had it partially opened and Tito ran over, sniffed it and tried to tear open the bag! I made him sit stay until I had it open and put the food in his dish. He was so excited, he was in the sit stay position but was bouncing on his front paws from foot to foot. This food disappeared! I'll be ordering again...and again! Thanks for allowing me to order by Postal Money Order.

Tito the Great Dane and Deb from Pennsylvania

Finicky Eaters NOT :)

Good evening Eva.

I have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of Kumpi. I just got home and my shipment was here. I have to tell you, that I have two very, very picky, finicky, snooty Yorkies and a Beagle who feels it is her right to eat ONLY what I feed the Yorkies (the Beagle’s food can ROT and she would STARVE before she would ever succumb to eating the breed specific dog food that I provide for her). Normally, any time I have ever introduced new food to any of our dogs, they turn their nose up and refuse to have anything to do with it (my male Yorkie, Chewy, has even gone so far as to hike his leg and urinate on the food dish). Tonight, I have witnessed a never before seen event!. Tonight, when I put Kumpi out for their review, my female Yorkie, Kitty, actually guarded the room entrance and refused to allow Chewy into the room where the food was located. Kitty intermittently ran into the room and gobbled up some food and then came back to guard the entrance. I finally had to pick Kitty up and physically prevent her from bullying her male counterpart. The Beagle, Savannah, is happy as a pig in slop…. She has polished off her portion of Kumpi. I will keep you apprised of events as they transpire.

Thank you for your commitment to great canine nutrition.

Robin

Good News From Dog Owners

My dogs really like Kumpi, our yellow Lab has a very sensitive stomach and used to puke a lot, have not seen that happen since he eats Kumpi !

Thank You !
Angelika

Hi there!

I think I mentioned that I'd like to send you a picture of Laila with some comments...being a Boxer she's a "moving target".....just doesn't want to sit still for anything! I'm still going to try to do that, but wanted to let you know that she is a white dog, and you know how Boxers get stains on thier faces from tears? Hers are almost completely gone. She just LOVES her food.

Carolyn

Word Of Mouth - It's How We Grow!!

Evy--My pedicure lady told me about it. She has recently started using it and she also found out about it by word of mouth. I appreciate your website and all the information and brand comparison. I am excited to try this--currently my dog is on XXXX venison formula (moist). I have wanted to switch to a dry (but healthy & nutritious) kind. I haven't found anything that I have wanted to try until now. I have a 6 yr. old Shihtzu. Thanks for your research and love for dogs and cats that you obviously want to share. I have told my daughter about this also--she is checking it out.

Deanna

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Hi Evelyn!

My sister Kris told me about your cat food. My cat is 20 pounds and 11 years old. She does not move around much and I hardly see her because she does'nt want to climb the stairs. Kris told me about some of the testimonials and she has a friend who uses the cat food so I thought I would give it a try!

After using a small bag of it my cat has lost 3 pounds and comes upstairs at least 4 times a day!! I am so happy to see her energy level improve!

I will keep you updated!!
Thank you for your great product!
Sincerely,
Becky