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What type of food we should give to the dog to make them healthy?

What type of food we should give to the dog to make them healthy?

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After observing & working with many vets, the foods they seem to love and recommend most are Purina or Blue Wilderness. (They all hate Beneful but love Pro Plan from Purina!)

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It is entirely acceptable to feed your dog a pure kibble diet. Or you can mix their diet up with some cooked or raw meat, fish, vegetables and rice. Many owners like to feed a raw meat diet to their dogs, and while this can suit some dogs very well, there are some important considerations you need to be aware of.

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Is kibbles the same as kibbles & bits

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That question has been a topic of strong debate for many years! I am on a breed forum that has food choices broken down into several types, because there are diehard fans of different types.

From personal experience, I was a kibble feeder for many years, and a raw feeder for many years. When I fed kibble it was always high quality, with meat as primary ingredients as opposed to grain.

It took me a while to become a raw feeder (did research, etc.) Without a doubt, my dog was in its absolute prime condition on raw. No skin allergies, no bad breath (raw includes uncooked bones which clean tartar off their teeth), reduced stool size, no weight problems.

Many don't understand raw feeding, even vets, but done properly there simply is nothing better. Side note: raw bones break, they don't splinter. Bowel obstruction is not an issue. Cooked bones should never been given.

A dog is a carnivore. They have the digestive system of a carnival. Mouth-to-anus they are designed to process meat and bone. They can eat grains, veggies without ill effect, but these are not necessary in their diet.

My observations have come from years feeding both raw and kibble. To answer your question, raw is best, if you don't like that, then do research on kibbles that have more meat in them then grains, especially corn (a filler).

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But also make sure to read about the current debate/initial research regarding whether the binders being used in some of the boutique "holistic" grain free feeds, specifically the legumes, may be inhibiting taurine absorption/causing heart disease. Is very complicated.

I did some research a few years back--had a Great Dane, a breed prone to DCM. Current research seems to advise against using plant-based proteins as primary protein source, focus on high quality meat proteins. Best to label check, ingredients listed in order of weight..you can get an idea.

Dogs are not carnivores they are omnivores and require grain and carbs in the diet in addition to protein

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Dogs are not carnivores they are omnivores and require grain and carbs in the diet in addition to protein. Grain free food, unless specifically prescribed by your vet, is not good and not necessary. The best brands are Royal Canin, Hills science diet, and Putin’s pro plan. Try to shy away from the “boutique” brands like blue buffalo, taste of the wild, etc

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This is a topic you should discuss with your veterinarian as different breeds and the age of the dog plays a major role in selecting good nutritious food.

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Cindy is correct though that there is a huge, polarized debate about this in the pet world regarding whether vets are the best source of information on nutrition. It's a shit show of opinions.

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If you get a puppy, you want to teach them about good eating habits from the very start. Healthy dog food is going to be the best course of action for you to take. Forget about spoiling your dog with table food and other items that aren't good for them. You can show them how much they mean to you by spending extra time with them instead. Healthy dog food for them will ensure a long and healthy life with you as well.

It may surprise you to learn just how affordable it is though to offer healthy dog food to your pet. Don't assume that those top name brand products on the market are the healthiest either. When you compare the ingredients you will often find many moderately priced ones are just as good. Find out about the quality of the products that are used in them as well.

Another option is to make https://allfactsaboutdogs.com/choosing-the-right-food-for-your-dog (healthy dog food) at home with easy to follow recipes. Ask your veterinarian to recommend some or go online and see what is offered. This is a great way to make sure you use only quality ingredients in the foods your dog will consume. It can help you to save money for them to eat right as well.

Keep in mind that your dog will go through various stages in their life. That means what is healthy dog food for them today may not be so tomorrow. When you have a puppy, they need certain ingredients that you won't want to give to older dogs. As a dog gets older metabolism and physical activity can slow down. As a result you want to put them on a low fat diet. Paying attention to these stages of life will help you to offer healthy dog food for their entire life.

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Look into the brand Orijens. It's quality and very reputable.

Side note on dog food. Food is best when it is fresh. This is true across the board for humans and dogs. Common sense right? So please think twice about ordering your dogs food from sites like AMAZON. Think about it. The products Amazon sells including food products sit in wearhouses for who knows how long before it gets shipped out. You are much better ordering direct from manufacturer or buying from a good pet store. And check the date.

Same reason why you shouldn't buy coffee from Amazon. You'll be lucky to get a bag that was roasted less than five years ago. No thank you.

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give them McDonalds so they get so healthy till the point till they can fit in the fireplace

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Well, I definitely would stay away from all types of dog food cuz that stuff is garbage. If you really want to feed your dog healthy foods go for more natural foods that dogs can have. Potatoes, carrots, good meats, rice, leafy greens, etc. I feed my dog whatever we have for dinner but I pay attention to the foods we eat..... Especially, since you can go to the store and purchase what you think is healthy food cuz the label said recommended by the "American Heart Association" but after reviewing the ingredients it's garbage!! My rule of thumb is, if the ingredients label has a word you can't pronounce, it's a chemical and the gray area called, "natural flavors" is a loop hole for companies to hide to real bad chemicals.

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I personally like Life's Abundance because there food is fresh never more than 6 weeks old and safe. They have been in business for 20 years and have never been on a recall list. Always do research on your pet food before you purchase it. Check it out healthpetslive.com