When it comes to dog feeding remember that your dog is what he eats. Dog’s don’t sneak out at midnight and gobble down a couple of burgers and a glass of shake on their own. They rely on you to provide them with meals.
Feeding a dog can be an awesome responsibility. Whether you are trying to impose a vegetarian lifestyle on your dog, want to buy the cheapest food available (or the most expensive for that matter), or feel the need to supplement with vitamins, minerals, oils, or herbs, don’t make uninformed decisions. First discuss dietary needs for your dog with your veterinarian.
Fortunately, there are plenty of nutritious commercial dog foods available. The challenge, however, comes in choosing the right food to suit the age, health, and level of activity of your dog. What may be ideal for your neighbor’s laid-back 10-year old Akita may be totally wrong for your hyper 2-year old poodle.
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Like human diets, most commercial canine diets provide way more calories than required to meet nutritional needs. Accordingly, obesity is about as common in dogs as it is in people. In fact, obesity is the most common nutritional illness among dogs, with one out of every three dogs packing excess pounds.
Lastly, a nutritious diet can actually add years to your dog’s life. Like you, your dog needs a balanced diet containing all the essential nutrients in the right proportions to keep his immune system strong, his organs in top working shape, and his bones and muscles healthy and toned.
