When it comes to providing your dog with well-balanced, wholesome nutrition many dog owners worry that commercial dog foods simply aren’t enough. It is true that many commercial pet foods are made with low-quality ingredients and only meet the most basic nutritional needs for dogs, but that is not true of all dog foods. Still, […]
A List Of High Quality Dog Food Brands
When you walk down the dog food aisle at your local grocery store you will notice that there are dozens of different brands to choose from and the selection at each store is different. Some of it is high quality dog food and some, well, not so much. So how do you go about separating […]
How is Dry Kibble Made?
When shopping for a new commercial dog food you probably take the time to read the label as well as the list of ingredients. But have you ever thought about how dry dog food, or kibble, is made? There are several different production methods used for dry dog foods and each has its own set […]
How is Canned Dog Food Made?
When it comes to choosing a commercial pet food for your dog, your first big decision is whether to go with canned or dry food. Many dogs prefer canned food because it has more flavor and a more meat-like texture. Canned food can be more expensive than dry food, however, and it is higher calories […]
How to Teach A Dog To Slow Down While Eating
When you set your dog’s food bowl down in front of him, how long does it take him to eat it? Does he take his time to chew each bite or does he wolf it down, seeming to inhale it without chewing at all? Many dogs have a habit of eating very quickly and few […]
How To Read A Dog Food Nutrition Label
When it comes to keeping your dog healthy, the most important thing you must do is to provide him with a high-quality diet. Choosing a dog food can be difficult because there are so many options to choose from. Walking down the pet food aisle at your local pet store will reveal not only dozens […]
Common Allergies Caused By Dog Food
Does your dog suffer from dry, itchy skin that never seems to go away? Does he experience chronic or recurring ear infections that respond to treatment but come back as soon as the treatment ends? Has your dog experienced vomiting, diarrhea or gastrointestinal upset after eating a meal, even if it is the same food […]
Best Dog Food for Weight Loss
Many dog owners love to spoil their pets, giving in to their begging behavior with rewards of treats and table scraps. While a few treats here and there will not likely harm your pet, overfeeding can lead to obesity which is a very serious and dangerous condition in dogs. Once a dog becomes obese it […]
Best Dog Food for Picky Eaters
Dogs are notorious for eating anything and everything that comes their way. At least, in most cases that is the truth. Some dogs, on the other hand, are picky eaters and they turn up their noses to almost everything offered to them. If your dog is a picky eater you might be worried about his […]
Best Dog Food for Dogs with Allergies
It may come as a surprise to you to learn that it is not just humans who are susceptible to food allergies – many dogs suffer from food allergies as well. In fact, about 10% of all allergies seen in dogs are related to food. A food allergy occurs when a dog’s immune system identifies […]
