Crumpet’s Road to Recovery: Raw Feeding and Muscle+ in Action

But there’s hope—Crumpet, a lively two-year-old Golden Working Cocker Spaniel, was once in the same position. His journey from a sickly, stone-eating puppy to a vibrant, energetic adult is one every dog owner struggling with an underweight, picky eater needs to hear.

When Crumpet joined Lotti Huxter’s family at 10 weeks old, his battles with food were impossible to ignore. A finicky eater from the start, he turned his nose up at kibble—no matter the brand or the enticing additions. Lotti recalled,

“I tried everything: chicken, cheese, yoghurt, you name it. He’d eat a new food for two days, then stop. I had cupboards full of wasted bags of kibble.”

At just 15 weeks old, Crumpet’s health took a dramatic downturn. After swallowing stones, he developed severe diarrhoea and vomiting. Misdiagnosed at first, his condition worsened until an X-ray revealed a dangerous stomach blockage. Emergency surgery saved his life, but recovery wasn’t smooth. Infection, stitches, and repeated vet visits left Crumpet weak and underweight.

Reflecting on that challenging time, Lotti said,

“He looked so thin, his coat was dull, and he had no energy. People kept commenting on how poorly he looked. I knew something had to change.”

Desperate for a solution, Lotti explored raw feeding but initially met with little success. Then, one morning, she stumbled upon a TikTok video by Maisie Elliott showcasing her dog Pickle’s transformation with ProDog Raw’s raw dog food. Encouraged by the glowing reviews and a sample pack offer, Lotti gave it one more shot.

That decision changed everything!

Lotti remembers with enthusiasm,

“Crumpet ate it straight away. He went from super fussy to food-obsessed overnight. It was such a relief to see him excited about eating.”

As Crumpet began to gain weight and energy on ProDog Raw, Lotti decided to take his transformation to the next level by adding Muscle+ weight gain supplement for dogs, designed to support healthy muscle growth and recovery. Lotti explains,

“I wanted to give him the best chance at thriving, and Muscle+ has been a game-changer. He loves it, and it’s helped him develop real muscle definition.”

Alison Frost, ProDog Raw’s canine nutritionist, explains why Muscle+ is such a powerhouse dietary addition for dogs like Crumpet:

In just seven months, Crumpet transformed into the dog Lotti always hoped he could be. He’s now a slim, athletic spaniel with a glossy coat, bright eyes, and boundless energy. Lotti describes him as a completely different dog:

“He used to look withdrawn and tired all the time. Now, he’s full of life. Even my mum says he’s a totally different dog.”

The compliments from strangers confirm it. Lotti describes how people constantly stop her to say how great he looks. His coat shines, and his shape is perfect.

Beyond his physical appearance, Crumpet’s health has seen a complete turnaround. His stomach issues are a thing of the past; his energy levels have skyrocketed, and his troublesome habit of eating stones has vanished entirely.

Lotti enthusiastically shares,

“He hasn’t touched a stone since starting ProDog Raw, and we haven’t needed to visit the vet in months.”

These days, Crumpet is thriving in every sense. He spends his mornings happily lounging in Lotti’s office and his afternoons around the stables with Cosmo, Lotti’s horse. He even enjoys sitting on horseback (though he jumps off when they start moving). His days are filled with activity, and his zest for life is undeniable.

Lotti admits she initially hesitated about raw feeding, worried it might be inconvenient or messy. But those fears quickly disappeared:

“Raw feeding with ProDog Raw is far more convenient than I imagined. I thought it would be a real faff, but it’s so easy—and best of all, there’s no waste.”

For Lotti, the decision to try ProDog Raw and Muscle+ was life-changing for both her and Crumpet. She shares how grateful she was to have seen that TikTok video and taken the leap. She described the sample pack as incredible value, saying it would have been silly not to try it. From that moment, everything changed for Crumpet.

Lotti encourages other dog owners facing similar challenges to take the leap:

From a frail puppy who nearly didn’t survive to a fit, healthy adult who is the apple of Lotti’s eye, Crumpet’s transformation proves what the right nutrition can do. His story is a testament to the power of raw feeding and targeted supplements like Muscle+. For Lotti, Crumpet isn’t just a dog—he’s family, and seeing him thrive is priceless.

If your dog is facing similar challenges, why wait? Take it from Lotti and Crumpet: ProDog Raw and Muscle+ could be the key to unlocking your dog’s full potential.

Try it today and see the difference for yourself.

Our nutrition team is standing by to help you find the right match for your dog’s nutritional needs, so contact us today for FREE personalised support with your dog’s diet. Alternatively, check out our Raw Dog Food for Beginners guide or Beginners Guide to Dog Supplements to discover more.