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Dog Food- The Nutrition Chart For Your Canine Friend

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Nutritional Aspect of Dog FeedingTo own a healthy and strong dog is a matter of pride for almost every pet owner. Pets become a part of our family and serve us with unconditional love and loyalty. More than this latest studies and research reveals that there are in numerous health benefits of owning a pet so isn’t it our responsibility to take care of them?

So, considering the various aspects of pet care, from where must you start? Food of course. Feeding the right dog food will make the pet strong and healthy enough to add a smile on your face. So let’s begin the journey of knowing the basics of feeding the right dog food to your loyal friend.

Nutritious dog food

Here are some human foods that you can share with your dog as well

Fish and meatCooked Fish for Dog
A very dense source of nutrition for your dog is meat. Meat can be in any form like beef, turkey, chicken, lamb, and pork. Organ meats are rich in nutrients while all meats are rich in vitamin A. Fish is a very rich source of omega 3 fatty acids as well as vitamin E. Fish available in packed form or as dog canned food, the benefits derived from both of these are same.
Note: Fish must always be cooked before feeding to the dog as raw fish has parasites

Flax seedsFlax Seeds
Flax seeds are another good source of omega 3 fatty acids can be mixed in your dog’s food every day. It makes the dog healthy which reflects in its skin and fur. Flax oil is also a good source of omega fatty acids but is without fiber
Note: Ensure that you store flax seed or flax oil in a dark airtight container in the fridge

Yogurt
Yogurt although a nice summer treats for your pooch but the dog must not be deprived of being fed this wholesome source of calcium. Yogurt is also a good source of live active bacteria which acts as probiotics. It is best to feed the dog home made fresh yogurt since it will free from preservatives and artificial sweeteners.
Note: Never serve cold yogurt to the dog, the yogurt must be preferably at room temperature.

PumpkinPumpkin
Pumpkin is another great dog food although not so commonly heard. A good source of beta carotene and fiber, pumpkin keeps the gut healthy and helps in the elimination of toxins from the body.
Note: Apart from regular diet, pumpkin is excellent for controlling diarrhea in dogs

Sweet potato
Sweet potato is a very good source of beta carotene, B complex, vitamin c, zinc, iron, magnesium, B complex. This is an excellent dog treat and must not be overlooked at any cost.

Green beansGreenbean
Green bean is an excellent dog food especially for those pooches that are unfortunately over weight. Green beans are a very good source of vitamin C, vitamin K and magnesium and when these are fed to an overweight dog, It helps the pet stay full while maintaining a healthy weight.

ApplesApples
Apples are a good diet for your dog as this fruit has phytonutrients, which protects humans from a certain type of cancer. This benefit is absorbed by dogs as well. Apples are an excellent source of vitamin C and A
Note: Never feed apple seeds to dogs as it harms the dog’s intestine. If your dog has accidentally eaten apple seeds then few seeds will not harm it but eating apple seeds over a period of time will surely have a bad effect on its health.

EggsCooked Eggs for Dog
Eggs are a great source of selenium, riboflavin, protein that together work as an excellent protein boosts for the pooch. It is a healthy treat but ensure that the dog is given a cooked egg and not a raw one. Raw egg white causes biotin deficiency.

Brewer’s yeast
Brewer’s yeast is an excellent source of vitamin B; it is good for the skin and coat. This can even spice up the dog’s appetite and all you need to do is to sprinkle some yeast over the dog’s food and the pet will grab the food without delay.
Note: always get brewer’s yeast from a health store to be assured of the quality

Oatmeal
An excellent source for fiber, oatmeal helps in maintaining the fiber content of the body. Dogs that are allergic towards wheat, oatmeal is excellent for them.

It is to be taken care that the right dog food helps in increasing the life span of the dog by ten to fifteen percent. Therefore the balanced diet of your pooch is very crucial in maintaining its health.

It must however be taken into consideration that the dog needs the right bowl along with the right dog food to ensure that it eats comfortably. Here are some tips to be considered before buying the right dog bowl.

Easily available online dog food and treat with wholesome health benefit

In today’s time there are various dog foods which is available online and they have the same nutrition value like any homemade dog food, let’s have a look at these

Dog dry foodDrools Dog Food Puppy Chicken & Egg
Leading dog food manufacturers like pedigree and drools offer an extensive range of dry dog food for puppies as well as adult dogs. Dry dog food saves your time as well as money. Most importantly when you are on an outing with your pooch you can carry these dry dog foods and serve it to the dog without much difficulty. Buying such dry dog food does not mean that you need to sacrifice with the dog’s health.

All 4 Pets Dental Brush MilkDog dental treats
Dog dental treats are highly beneficial for the pooch as it removes unwanted substance from the dog’s teeth and removes the formation of tarter and plaque. Along with providing the right dog food it is very crucial that the dog be given food which will take care of its dental health. Bacteria formation in its teeth can enter its blood stream when not taken care of. These bacteria will slowly travel to the dog’s heart and cause considerable problem.
Note: If the dog has excessive bad breath problem that could be due to a possible gastrointestinal problem.

Dog biscuitsPet en Care Puppy Biscuits Veg Round Shape
Feeding dog biscuits to your pooch is one of the great ways to reward your dog in small ways. These dog biscuits are made especially for the pooch taking into consideration the dietary requirements for the pooch. Dog biscuits are more preferable than human biscuits, always. Dog biscuits are a great way to reward the pooch while training it.

Dog veg treats
Vegetables are equally essential for the dog just like any fish or meat. Vegetables are less in calories and therefore excellent dog food especially for those dogs that are overweight.

More than this even if the dog is healthy then too it must have some veg treats for maintaining the right diet. These veg treats provide your dog with every protein and vitamins along with fibers. Moreover when such veg treats are from Drools and All 4 Pets, there is no doubt regarding the quality of the same. So let your pet enjoy some treaty time along with getting some health benefits.

Dog meaty treatsPet en Care Mini Treats Non-Veg
Dog food must include meaty treats for dogs are carnivores by nature so they must have meat in order to maintain a strong immune system. More than this these treats help in training the dog as they can be given to the dog whenever it performs as per the command.

Dog meaty treats are a source of wholesome health benefit especially when the pet owner does not have time to prepare a complete meal for the pooch.

Canned dog foodPedigree Chicken In Jelly For Adult
Canned dog food is beneficial for the pooch in many cases. Such a dog food is very vital in maintaining the water content in the pooch’s body. More than these canned dog food is available in the form of veg, non-veg as well as fish, thus providing taste along with nutrition. All you need to take care is to feed the pooch canned dog food from a well brand.

Canned dog food provides your dog with the following health benefit
• Carbohydrates – Rice, Corn, Soy, Wheat, Should be roughly 50% of the diet

• Fats- Roughly 9-15%

• Minerals – Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, & Magnesium & Other Elements

• Protein – Typically Meat – Must be roughly 20% of the diet

• Vitamins – A, B, C, D, E & K Complexes.

Read more regarding the basic tips for feeding your pooch. However take care not to feed it certain human food as that could be fatal for it.

Water intake by a dog- The most often ignored aspect of dog diet

Just like humans even animals need water for the proper carrying out of various functions of their body. Two third of the dog’s body is composed of water and depending on the weather, breed, physical exercise and age of the dog, its water intake will keep varying.

How much water a dog must drink
Adequate Water Intake By A DogAlong with feeding the right dog food, it is essential that you ensure that your dog is drinking the right amount of water

Size
A healthy dog must drink half to one ounce of water per pound of its body weight

Food
The type of food intake by the dog decides its water intake. A dog eating dog eating canned dog food.

Age
A puppy will drink ½ cup water after every two hours and it is essential to monitor them. In case of senior dogs, they tend to monitor themselves.

Weather
In summer the dog must drink more water as it sweats. Even while exercising, the water bowl must be kept near it

Exercise
While exercising the dog must have sufficient water to drink to prevent it from dehydration. Initially give your dog some ice cubes and then pour in some water in the bowl, this will prevent bloating.

Medications
You need to check with the vet regarding the appropriate water intake. In case your dog in under some medications then its water intake will differ accordingly.

Dogs that drink less water- Solutions for them

Positive reinforcement
Praising stimulates a behavior and helps the dog understand what behavior is accepted from it. So whenever your dog drinks do not forget to praise him and reward him with a treat.

Place water beside him
Where ever your dog sits, lies down or takes a rest, place a bowl of water near to it. This will enable the dog to drink more. You may need to keep two to three bowls at different places in the house

Meaty broth
In case your dog refuses to drink more water, offer him meaty broth and while it starts drinking it, gradually add some water in it. You can also make the broth more dilute to initiate the dog drink more.

So, all you pet lovers, while taking care of the pooch, along with feeding the right dog food feeding the right amount of water is also essential. Take note of these simple yet crucial things while taking care of the pooch and keep your forever loyal friend healthy and happy.

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