Mike L asked:


I want to buy good dog food brand like innova but cant find it any where in toronto. Can someone tell me where i can find them a good natural dog food store?

Alma

*Golden Retriever Crazy* asked:


Price is a factor. My dog is a one year old golden retriever and suffers from dry, flakey skin. I need a good quality food tht will help her coat improve.
Murray c, this isnt the place to advertise. And you techincally didnt help me. I already knew that adding eggs was good, and i wouldnt give it raw anyways because my dog could get salmonella poisoning.

Yvonne

Jay A asked:


what would be a good dog food for a 10lb pug thats wont cause her to become obiest becasue i read thats a big problem of pugs ?

Chester

Lori Matthews asked:


When you think about it, what does your dog need from its food in order to be healthy?

Today our pets have a wide variety to meet their tastes and needs and we have our choice of what kind of food we can choose to feed them. Despite the variety, pet foods usually fall into three major categories. These categories are: Grocery store foods, these types of dog and pet foods are usually found in grocery stores and mass marketed retailers and can contain lower quality, less expensive ingredients. The second category is “premium dog foods,” which can also be found in grocery’s stores but are also found in pet stores and through your local veterinarian’s office.

These types of foods are usually made from some higher quality ingredients and are usually made evident by the expense of the food. Some of these pet foods though can contain lower quality ingredients that you aren’t aware of. The third and final category is healthy dog foods which are a relatively new addition and make use of the latest research into the best foods and blends for your pet.

So what is best for our pet and how do we choose the proper dog food?

Quality, healthy ingredients make quality, healthy dog food. Nutrition is important no matter whether you’re a person or a pet. Pets, just like humans, need good nutrition not just to survive but to truly be healthy. They need good quality protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats. This is where premium, healthy dog food can benefit your pets.

Typically, healthy dog food contains quality protein, good quality carbohydrates and fiber, natural fats and preservatives. The protein does not come from dead or diseased animals and you will never see the word by-product on the label. By-products (feet, bones intestines, etc) are inferior protein sources that are sometimes used and can be very hard for your dog to digest. Less digestion means less nutritious and therefore not as healthy. Quality protein helps build and maintain muscle strength.

If you see corn, soy or wheat used as protein sources instead of meat, you now know your pet isn’t getting healthy dog food. Good quality carbohydrates give your pet the energy to be active. Good fiber sources help promote a healthy digestive system and colon. Quality fats from animal sources contain omega fatty acids that benefit the skin and coat.

Believe it or not dog food manufacturers that label their bags “premium food” use these ingredients as well as chemical preservatives and artificial colors that can be harmful to pets.

Benefits beyond healthy nutrition

When your pet is eating right, it feels better, giving you a happy and more playful companion, fewer trips to the vet, and less wasted food. Ultimately, giving your pet better food might seem expensive initially, but keeping your pet healthy saves you money, time and expense in the long run. Healthy, premium dog food can possibly extend the life of your pet giving you more quality years together.



Jerry

jared asked:


You see i dont want to spend an excessive amount of money on food. I just want to find the best food for him with all the nutrients and stuff he needs but not for crazy amounts of money. and also what kind of food i should feed him when he is an older dog.

Stacy

koda.bear49 asked:


If you had to pick dog food to give to your dog which one. I have to change my dogs diet because he might be allergic to something in it. I have heard so many gross stories about what’s in dog food… What ones are better?

Marilyn

Sue French asked:


You’ve spent hours reading books and articles; you’ve subscribed to dog food related forums; you’ve found some recipes that look yummy enough to eat yourself; you’ve been shopping for beautiful fresh ingredients. Now you are all ready to start feeding homemade dog food. So you cook up a treat that smells delicious, and then you hit a snag: your precious pooch doesn’t want to eat it!

Relax: it’s not necessarily your cooking that’s at fault! If your dog has only ever had kibble, then it may take him a while to get used to homemade dog food. Here are five tips to help him learn to enjoy real food.

Be sneaky: Introduce the new dog food gradually by mixing a little into his normal food, increasing the new food slowly over a period of days. Homemade dog food is a new experience for him in texture as well as flavour, so it’s hardly surprising if he takes some time to adjust.



Too hot? Remember to let recently cooked food cool to room temperature before offering it to your dog. Check that there are no “hot spots” in the middle of the meal, especially if you have used the microwave.



Let him get hungry: Remove uneaten food after about ten minutes. Your dog does not need to snack or “graze”: he is not a sheep. If you are trying to encourage him to eat something new, he will be much more interested if he has had the chance to actually get hungry. A dog’s natural eating pattern is to eat a big meal when the opportunity presents itself, then to rest. Regular meals only became part of canine life after mankind domesticated the first wolf. It is OK to feed your adult dog only once or twice a day.



Boost the flavour: try a sprinkle of grated parmesan, or a drizzle of tasty stock. If it smells delicious, you have the game half won. If you are introducing raw meat and your dog isn’t keen, try quickly browning the outside of the meat before you offer it to him, until he gets the idea.



Competition: If you have another dog, or even a cat, try feeding the two of them together: psychology can work wonders. If all else fails, try pretending you are eating some of the dog food yourself. This always works for me. Most dogs seem convinced that if the food is on the human plate it must be something special!  The last resort might be to actually share something with him that you really are eating: I never knew a dog that could resist a piece of sausage.

Whatever you do, don’t give up. When your dog has been eating homemade dog food for a few weeks and you can see the improvement in his well being, you’ll be glad you persisted.



Dennis

PersonalShopper asked:


My dog is a sheltie.
He is 3 years old, and since we just leave a bowl of food he eats whenever he wants and goes to the bathroom whenever he wants.
I think that he should eat dinner and go poo before everybody goes to sleep.
I don’t want him to be constipated during the night.
I’ve heard you give the dog food twice a day, but is it twice a day of three tiems a day?
I’ve also learned that you give the dog 30 minutes to consume the food. Is that true?

Bonnie

armyssmallesttruckdriver asked:


I was told by my vet that my large breed dog has food allergies and that I need to find a food without wheat, corn, or soy. Does anyone have any experience with these types of foods? I want for her to get good nutrition, but not get sick anymore. Any suggestions?

Carol

Rider of the Wind asked:


I don’t know why. First my dog started eating my cats dry food. A few days later, all of a sudden my cat started eating my dogs dry food. They are all over each others food! Is this normal? Should I stop them? Will they be ok if they keep doing it?
By the answers I have now I’m REALLY worried!

Cathy