Here’s a concise guide to choosing dry (kibble) food for adult dogs in Australia, plus trustworthy product options and where to buy.

How to choose

• Match the formula to your dog: size (toy/small, medium, large), activity level, and any medical issues (weight, joint health, skin/allergies). (petsonline.com.au)
• Look for a product labelled “complete and balanced” for adult maintenance; check the ingredients (named meat/meat meal as first ingredient, appropriate protein/fat levels) and guaranteed analysis on the bag. (petsonline.com.au)
• If your dog has food sensitivities, consider limited-ingredient, novel-protein or veterinary prescription diets (consult your vet before switching). (vetslovepets.com.au)
• Consider life-stage tailored nutrition (adult vs senior), and special formulas for large-breed joint support or small-breed kibble size. (petterly.com.au)

Recommended dry foods (by category)

• Best value / everyday: Purina Supercoat (Adult Chicken) — widely available and affordable in Australia. (petterly.com.au)
• Premium mainstream / vet-friendly: Royal Canin Adult (breed/size-specific formulas) — very digestible and widely recommended by vets. (petterly.com.au)
• Australian-made, mid‑premium: Black Hawk (Lamb & Rice / Adult) — popular, good ingredient profile for active dogs. (petsonline.com.au)
• Grain-free / higher meat content: Ivory Coat, Orijen, Acana (premium regional/biologically appropriate options). (extraservice.net)
• Air-dried / raw-inspired premium: Ziwi Peak, Prime100 (air-dried options with high meat inclusions) — good for sensitive dogs but more expensive. (petso.com.au)
• Prescription / sensitive stomach or allergies: Hill’s Prescription Diet, Royal Canin Veterinary Diets, Purina Veterinary Diets (use under vet guidance). (vetslovepets.com.au)

Where to buy in Australia

• Pet retailers: Petbarn, Petstock, independent pet stores, and online stores (many stock the brands above). (petsonline.com.au)
• Supermarkets/discount retailers: some budgets brands (e.g., Purina Supercoat, Dog Chow) are available at supermarkets and big-box stores. (petterly.com.au)
• Veterinary clinics: for prescription diets, specialised hypoallergenic formulas, and vet advice. (vetslovepets.com.au)

Practical tips for switching and feeding

• Transition gradually over 7–10 days (mix increasing amounts of new food into the old) to reduce GI upset. (petsonline.com.au)
• Measure portions using the bag’s feeding guide and adjust for body condition — don’t free-feed if your dog is prone to weight gain. (petterly.com.au)
• Monitor weight, coat condition, stool quality, and energy; see your vet if you notice problems after switching. (vetslovepets.com.au)

If you want, I can:

• Suggest 3–5 specific kibble options matched to your dog’s breed/weight/activity (tell me size, weight and any health issues), or
• Compare two specific brands/formulas side-by-side (list the exact names).

Sources: recent Australian buying guides and pet retailer listings (PetOnline, Petterly, PetsCare, Petso, Extraservice). (petsonline.com.au)