Dollar General is a pretty good place to buy some of your household staples, though not others.

Underwear, for one.

In fact, several Dollar General offerings -Iams ProActive HealthandRachael Ray Nutrish- earned 4-star ratings from DogFood Advisor.

Entrance to Dollar General

So why shouldn’t you buy these brands if your pooch is okay with mid-tier foods?

Jack Russell with food bowl