Recommended Diet for Dog

It is very important for your dog to get the right amount of nutrients and vitamins in his/her food.



Food that is available for dogs should contain all the nutrients required and must be suitable for them. All dog owners want only the best food for their dog; however, with hundreds of brand names in the market, it can be confusing to decide which dog foods are of the highest quality. Therefore, it is always preferable to consult your veterinarian for the recommended dog food.



Given below are a few pointers regarding the benefits of consulting a veterinarian for the best dog food:

• A veterinarian knows the requirement of your dog based on its health.
• Vet recommended dog food contains a combination of high quality ingredients that are essential for a healthy life of your dog.
• There are differences in the food requirements of your dog, depending on age and size. Veterinarian recommended foods are formulized to take care of size and seniority of dogs.
  
  
  
  
• Most of the available dog foods are generalized, and if your dog has any particular problems, they may not be suitable. In such cases, your veterinarian’s recommended food is most suitable for your dog.
• Most vet-recommended brands are easily available and can be purchased in several places.
  

• Raw dog food: Raw dog food is becoming increasingly popular and is recommended by veterinarians. The raw food contains enzymes that are essential for digestion and also stimulate the brain to provide cellular energy as well as repair tissues, organs, and cells. Raw food such as raw meaty bones, pulped vegetables, and fruits that are mixed with raw organ meats (liver, heart, and kidney), garlic, yogurt, raw eggs, cod liver oil, fish body oil, olive oil, or flax seed oil/ground flax seed meal, are good for a dog’s health.
• Commercialized dog food: There are hundreds of commercial food products available in the market. While premium brands are preferred over economy brands as they always have a well-explanatory label of the ingredients in it, it is best to consult your veterinarian before deciding on which dog food to buy.
• Natural dog food: Natural dog foods contain only fresh, natural, and wholesome ingredients. Chicken, egg, and fish are examples of the protein that is provided in natural dog food. Some vets believe that natural dog food along with the right dietary supplements is best for a dog’s health.
• Dry dog food: A majority of dog owners prefer to buy dry dog food for its convenience and ease of storage. Cheaper dry dog foods are made from soybean, corn, or rice, while many premium dry dog foods are made with all-natural, human-grade ingredients. While dry foods are easy to store and use, it is recommended that they be given along with other types of food.