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Man’s best friend, the pampered pooch or put simply the humble dog. Whatever we call our canine companions there is little doubt that dogs are not only great pets but are also members of the family. Naturally as members of the family you want to make sure that your pet gets the best dog food possible. But how do you make sure that your dog is getting the right food? Hopefully the following considerations will help. Your dog’s stage of life When looking at dog food you will notice that there are numerous types out there aimed at different ages of dog. This is done because dog’s nutritional requirements change as they age and subsequently so does the formulation of the food. Typically puppy food will have a higher protein and fat content as puppies have higher energy levels and must also grow; understandably food with such fat and protein content is unlikely to be suitable for older dogs as it could cause unnecessary weight gain. Your budget Whilst cost shouldn’t ever be your main consideration when buying dog food it does usually factor. Typically more expensive foods will be of higher quality, although this is not always the case. Ultimately when considering cost you should really be looking at quality and whilst it may desirable to opt for the cheapest food possible to save money in the short term, the long term disadvantages of poor quality foods can include higher vet bills. Check the ingredients A key element in quality is the ingredients within the dog food itself. Taking time to read the label is essential and understanding the percentages within the label is equally important. To ensure quality you want to choose a food with suitable levels of protein and not one with high amounts of corn, wheat or other carbohydrates. It is also worth avoiding meat bi-products, these are the waste materials from meat processing. These 3 considerations should help you to pick a dog food which is not only suitable for your dog but should also help them to have a healthy, fulfilling diet.
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