Show 50: Facts About Dog Food Every Pet Owner Should Know

Good dog food and the dog’s name: two of the most important decisions a pet owner needs to make. Their name will last a lifetime and their food will determine how long that is.I trust that naming your dog was a fun, thoughtful exercise, but most dog owners still seem to be in the dark when it comes to confidently knowing what to feed their furbabies. Not only is the choice overwhelming, but now there’s so much mystery and hidden truths surrounding the “perfect dog food,” that makes choosing the best options even more challenging. In this blog, I’m sharing with you the truth about what brands popularly market as the “perfect dog food,” and why variety is king when it comes to feeding dogs. Key Takeaways: Giving one food to your dogs may not be the best for their health. Dogs give cues on what they want to eat. Take their cues and use it as a guide on what to feed them. Variety is king when it comes to a healthy dog diet. DOGGY DAN’S DOG CALMING CODE™️: HOW TO RAISE CALMER, WELL-BEHAVED DOGS Table of Contents: The Truth About Good Dog Food That the Pet Food Industry Does Not Want Dog Owners to Know Why I Don’t Believe That There’s Only One Good Dog Food For Our Pets Best Dog Food: How to Tell If You’re Choosing the Best Food for Your Dogs How to Start Incorporating Good Dog Food to Your Dog’s Diet The Benefits of Giving The Right Dog Food for Your Dogs Conclusion: The Best Dog Food is the One Your Dog Needs at a Given Moment   The Truth About Good Dog Food That the Pet Food Industry Does Not Want Dog Owners to Know When I was younger, I loved eating spaghetti bolognese that I’d often say “I can eat this everyday!” Spaghetti bolognese looks like a decent daily meal — it has protein, carbs, and delicious tomato sauce. I could probably eat pasta everyday, but can you imagine what could have happened to me if I ate only that?   Just like us, our pets are complex, and every dog comes with unique needs in nutrition. Here’s the truth: despite the fancy marketing from giant companies, calling a formulated product “the only healthy dog food you will ever need” just doesn’t make sense. In Reality, There Are BIG Reasons Why a Dog Diet Without Variety Can Affect a Dog’s Health Every type of dog food has a different nutrient profile, and feeding the same thing continuously can cause a dog to miss out on essential nutrients that are present in other types of food. Let’s take the raw food diet for dogs, as an example. It has loads of benefits (here’s an article about the benefits of feeding raw dog food) but it’s not always a common choice among pet owners. A one-food diet can decrease interest in food, making it challenging to get them to eat or to try new foods. Giving a variety not only ensures a diverse nutrient intake, but it also makes mealtime more enjoyable for the dog. Additionally, dogs becoming overly familiar with ingredients are more prone to intolerances or allergies. Relying on one option alone can actually be risky. Why I Don’t Believe That There’s Only One Good Dog Food For Our Pets Even for someone who loves pizza and pasta, a chicken soup becomes appealing when they’re feeling under the weather. Bodies are programmed to crave for nutrients — even for dogs! This is the exact reason why I don’t believe on giving one dog food for your pet their whole life. I believe that for different life stages, there are also different nutrient needs. The reason we have all kinds of dog food — wet, dry, mixed — and even a dog food diet with just lean, fresh meat is because our dog’s diet needs are complex! I do understand that having one food option sounds more convenient. But if we want to give a healty dog diet for our beloved pets, giving our dogs nutrion-packed meals based on their needs can make a difference. CALMER PUPPIES TURN INTO CALMER DOGS TRAIN RIGHT WITH PUPPY COACH™️ How to Tell If You’re Choosing the Best Food for Your Dogs Creating a diet for your pet can be a daunting task, but there are sev