Ingredients In Dog Food
Your Dog Deserves The Very Best Dog Food
The food you give to your dog really does have a direct impact on his health and well-being.
Dogs need a minimum of eighteen percent protein for maintenance when they are adults, and 22% for reproduction and growth.Fat is another key ingredient, with a healthy dog requiring about five percent fat in each meal.But the more fat that is in the diet, the more protein there should be.Be really careful not to give your dog too much fat in its diet. Just like in a human, fat will cause your dog to gain weight and whilst it consumes excessive fat it will miss out on other vital nutrients.
Commercial dog food is a popular option for many dog owners and it gives you control over what you are feeding to your dog. Always read the label as quality can vary. When possible but a premium food from a trusted brand. If you mix commercial dog food with homemade food remember to keep your eye on the fat levels.If you want to avoid owning a fussy dog you should bear the following tips in mind…
1. Two meals a day are sufficient for an adult dog. If you feed several small meals per day your dog may be more inclined to over eat and beg for food.
2. Feeding time is a time to allow your dog some space. Once he is eating you should leave him. Dont fuss over him or stand watching him as this may make him nervous or agitated.2. Your dog should be given some space when eating, so don’t let the kids crowd him or pet him during meals times – it is too distracting and can be distressing for the animal.
3. Dont let the dog dictate what you feed. If he doesn’t like it don’t instantly give him something else as he will then gradually become more fussy.
4. There’s nothing wrong with feeding your dog a varied diet, but don’t keep changing the food because he seems fussy and won’t eat it.If your dog keeps refusing food you should check to see if there is anything else wrong with him as he may be poorly.
If he is just being fussy you should put his food down, leave him to it, and then 30 minutes later go and check to see whether it’s been eaten.If he continues to leave it throw it away and do not immediately replace it.Later on in the day supply a fresh bowl of food. Again, give your dog 30 minutes in which to eat the meal.This will train the dog to eat his meals and he will understand that if he refuses food he will not be rewarded with something else.
If your dog suddenly becomes fussy he may have a physical problem like sore teeth, or a stomach upset. In this case take him to the vet.
6. Just like humans, your dog will have his favourite food.If you have honestly tried to feed a variety of foods and have noticed that your dog loves one and hates another you should recognise this and feed him his favourites.
7. It is not kind to give your pet human junk food, no matter how much he begs. Avoid this at all costs.
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