Choosing The Best Dry Dog Food
Sometimes,
the best dry dog food is
the one that your dog will
eat the
most. It is
easier to buy something
that your canine will eat
as opposed
to having
them eat
dog food that may
be better for them,
but one that they may not
necessarily like. However,
there are a few things
you need to consider when
you walk
down the pet
food aisles at
your local retailer.
Consider the price
of the
dry dog food. Often,
dry dog food that are cheap or are not
branded are
made with ingredients like fillers
and seasonings that are not necessarily good for dogs.
These ingredient may be tasty, but they
can be harmful
to your dog. These
dry dog food
often have too much preservatives, which
can cause
your dog to develop health problems that may
eventually cause them to suffer later on in life.
To increase the
vitality and life expectancy
of your dog,
go with good
quality dry
dog food. You don't really need to purchase the
most expensive dry
dog food there is, but
it is best
if you stick with dry dog food that is
manufactured by
a reputable dog food company
and is
priced reasonably.
The
main ingredient in the best dry dog food is rice, corn or
soybean. High
quality dry dog food will
also have other ingredients such as beef and chicken.
Stores also sell dry dog food formulated specifically to a
dog's age. Manufacturers classify the different
types of dry dog food as
being for puppies, adult dogs and senior dogs.
Purchasing the dry dog food that's most suitable for your dog's age is always important.
If
you want to
know what are the best dry dog
foods, ask your veterinarian. Veterinarians would often
recommend the branded dry dog foods. These brands are
more expensive, but if you have an
older dog, it may be to your advantage to
pay a little more for the best dry dog food.
You will know if you've picked the best dry dog food by the way your dog looks and feels. When you take your dog for
yearly shots, his coat should be healthy, his eyes should be
clear and he should be full of
energy. If your pet doesn't look well and seems lethargic, there
could be something
wrong with his diet. It is always
wise to keep notes about what your dog is eating on a daily basis. This way, a veterinarian can diagnose your dog more quickly and recommend the best dry dog food for your pet.
George Chao, owner of Digital Excellent Free Online Magazine
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