Dog Food Healthy Site|The Best Dog Foods
Dec
16
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CLAUDIA☼ asked:
I adopted an 8 week old Miniature Schnauzer/Yorkshire Terrier puppy three days ago. Currently I am feeding her Royal Canin, but I would like to switch because of the by products and fillers. What is a good dog food brand that she can eat as a puppy. She has developed teeth yet so if the dog food had a special kibble for puppies that would be great!
I adopted an 8 week old Miniature Schnauzer/Yorkshire Terrier puppy three days ago. Currently I am feeding her Royal Canin, but I would like to switch because of the by products and fillers. What is a good dog food brand that she can eat as a puppy. She has developed teeth yet so if the dog food had a special kibble for puppies that would be great!
Thank you!
Troy
Dec
15
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Mike Mathews asked:
Most dog (and cat) owners are seriously concerned about the safety of the commercial pet food that they are using. With the pet food scares and recalls that are all over the news recently, more and more dog owners want to prepare their own nutritious dog food for their loving companions. However, a balanced diet for you or I is not the same as the one required by our furry friends. Their nutritional requirements are slightly different and these differences need to be taken into consideration for them to have a healthy balanced diet. The 3 major ingredients are discussed below.
Protein
All dog breeds require a significant quantity of protein in their diet, whether from a concentrated meat source or some other vegetable protein source. This is the first and foremost ingredient in a dog’s diet. Examples of good protein sources would be chicken, beef, lamb (including organ meat) as well as fish, eggs and cheese.
Essential fatty Acids
The second most important requirement is fatty acids. Of these, Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) is the most important as it is the only one that dogs can’t make themselves. Examples of good Omega 6 sources would be vegetables, vegetable oils, grains and fruits.
Calcium
Calcium is another important requirement for dogs. They actually need significantly more than their human companions. Examples of good sources of calcium for dogs would be animal bones which they can chew and calcium supplements obtained from vegetable sources. The disadvantages of calcium from bones are that they may contain disease (“mad cow” disease), have a high amount of phosphorous and contain toxic elements like arsenic, lead, mercury, & radioactive strontium.
Foods to Avoid
There are several foods that you should avoid when making meals for your pet dog.
Onions and garlic – the thiosulfates in these foods are actually very toxic to animals and can potentially cause the red blood cells to burst resulting in haemolytic anaemia.
Chocolate and cocoa products – chocolate contains theobromine which can be poisonous to dogs when eaten in large quantities.
Raisins and grapes – large quantities of these can cause liver failure.
Macadamia nuts – small quantities can cause temporary paralysis.
Avocados- the plant and the fruit are toxic to dogs.
Raw meat – the book is out on this one as many people advocate giving raw meat to their dogs. However, there is a chance that your dog (and you) will get sick from food-born parasites. Remember, if you do feed your dog raw meat, to practice safe food handling procedures. Also practice safe handling of your dog’s waste as, although salmonella rarely affects dogs, they can pass it in their feces.
Cooked poultry bones – these bones can splinter and kill your dog.
If you are thinking of changing your dog’s diet to a home made one, you should consult with your dog’s veterinarian, just like humans consult a physician for major changes in their diet. He/she is your best source of information on pet nutrition and can advise you on creating a balanced home diet. Dietary changes should be made gradually as rapid changes in diet can cause stomach upset or discourage your dog from eating. Just remember that to stay fit, healthy and active your dog needs a nutritious and well balanced diet.
Terry
Most dog (and cat) owners are seriously concerned about the safety of the commercial pet food that they are using. With the pet food scares and recalls that are all over the news recently, more and more dog owners want to prepare their own nutritious dog food for their loving companions. However, a balanced diet for you or I is not the same as the one required by our furry friends. Their nutritional requirements are slightly different and these differences need to be taken into consideration for them to have a healthy balanced diet. The 3 major ingredients are discussed below.
Protein
All dog breeds require a significant quantity of protein in their diet, whether from a concentrated meat source or some other vegetable protein source. This is the first and foremost ingredient in a dog’s diet. Examples of good protein sources would be chicken, beef, lamb (including organ meat) as well as fish, eggs and cheese.
Essential fatty Acids
The second most important requirement is fatty acids. Of these, Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) is the most important as it is the only one that dogs can’t make themselves. Examples of good Omega 6 sources would be vegetables, vegetable oils, grains and fruits.
Calcium
Calcium is another important requirement for dogs. They actually need significantly more than their human companions. Examples of good sources of calcium for dogs would be animal bones which they can chew and calcium supplements obtained from vegetable sources. The disadvantages of calcium from bones are that they may contain disease (“mad cow” disease), have a high amount of phosphorous and contain toxic elements like arsenic, lead, mercury, & radioactive strontium.
Foods to Avoid
There are several foods that you should avoid when making meals for your pet dog.
Onions and garlic – the thiosulfates in these foods are actually very toxic to animals and can potentially cause the red blood cells to burst resulting in haemolytic anaemia.
Chocolate and cocoa products – chocolate contains theobromine which can be poisonous to dogs when eaten in large quantities.
Raisins and grapes – large quantities of these can cause liver failure.
Macadamia nuts – small quantities can cause temporary paralysis.
Avocados- the plant and the fruit are toxic to dogs.
Raw meat – the book is out on this one as many people advocate giving raw meat to their dogs. However, there is a chance that your dog (and you) will get sick from food-born parasites. Remember, if you do feed your dog raw meat, to practice safe food handling procedures. Also practice safe handling of your dog’s waste as, although salmonella rarely affects dogs, they can pass it in their feces.
Cooked poultry bones – these bones can splinter and kill your dog.
If you are thinking of changing your dog’s diet to a home made one, you should consult with your dog’s veterinarian, just like humans consult a physician for major changes in their diet. He/she is your best source of information on pet nutrition and can advise you on creating a balanced home diet. Dietary changes should be made gradually as rapid changes in diet can cause stomach upset or discourage your dog from eating. Just remember that to stay fit, healthy and active your dog needs a nutritious and well balanced diet.
Terry
Dec
11
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mandy g asked:
My KCS is almost 8 months, he’s been having tinned puppy food , he wont eat anything dried, can he change to adult dog food now? What is the recommended age?
Thanks for your replies, does anyone actually know what the difference is ?
Jared
My KCS is almost 8 months, he’s been having tinned puppy food , he wont eat anything dried, can he change to adult dog food now? What is the recommended age?
Thanks for your replies, does anyone actually know what the difference is ?
Jared
Dec
09
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Sue French asked:
Have you thought about home made dog food as a better way to feed your dog? There are arguments for and against. In my view, the pros far outweigh the cons with only one possible exception – for some people, the idea is impractical (i.e. too hard). I will come back to this later.
The first difficulty lies in knowing what to feed. The short answer is: animal protein (meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products), vegetables, cooked whole grains and fresh fruit.
Secondly, we assume that it must be very expensive to feed a dog on such ingredients. In my experience, this is not so. Our dogs do not need the best cuts of meat; chicken necks, mutton flaps, stewing chops, brisket or shin of beef will do them fine. If you have a deep freezer and can buy meat in bulk lots it can work out to be very cheap. Fruit and vegetables in season and locally grown are economical and healthy, as are plain yoghurt and whole grains. On the plus side, I have found that feeding real, wholesome food has brought such an improvement in my dog’s health that I have had a huge saving in Vet bills.
The next argument usually raised against homemade dog food concerns that rather over used phrase “complete and balanced nutrition.” Years of exposure to clever advertising, marketing campaigns and expensive packaging have brainwashed most of us into believing that only processed “artificial food” will provide our dogs with an adequate diet. By implication, canine nutrition is so complex that the average person could not possibly be intelligent enough to do it well. Try telling that to any mother who has raised a healthy family!
With blind faith we have put the key to our dogs’ well being into the hands of a few, profit-driven, multi national companies. Now, you decide: who is going to be more concerned about a dog’s wellbeing – you, as the owner, or the dog food manufacturer with his eye on the bottom line? It’s time to put ourselves in control and take back responsibility for our dogs’ health.
Finally, let’s return to the issue of practicality or, if you prefer, convenience. Obviously, nothing is going to be as quick and easy, or as non-messy, as pouring the kibble into a bowl. However, shopping for the ingredients and preparation of homemade dog food does not have to be difficult. We can find all the ingredients we need while we are doing the routine grocery shopping. I keep an eye out for items like cottage cheese or canned tuna when they are offered at a discount; I buy seasonal vegetables and fruit for the family – the dog’s share of those is minimal. I buy bulk lots of human grade meat from a discount butcher. Some of the meat I will cook in large batches, then freeze in meal sized portions; some of it I just package raw. It hardly takes me any time, slotted into my other food preparation activities. Once it’s all packed and frozen, it’s almost as quick and convenient as packet food (as long as I remember to get it out of the freezer in time).
Since I changed her diet to homemade food, my dog has shown improvements in her health and energy which are nothing short of miraculous. On top of this, I have the peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly what she is eating. That, in my view, is priceless.
If you would like to know more about preparing and feeding homemade dog food, you can sign up for a free, 7-day ecourse at http://dogfoodmiracle.com/
Stacey
Have you thought about home made dog food as a better way to feed your dog? There are arguments for and against. In my view, the pros far outweigh the cons with only one possible exception – for some people, the idea is impractical (i.e. too hard). I will come back to this later.
The first difficulty lies in knowing what to feed. The short answer is: animal protein (meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products), vegetables, cooked whole grains and fresh fruit.
Secondly, we assume that it must be very expensive to feed a dog on such ingredients. In my experience, this is not so. Our dogs do not need the best cuts of meat; chicken necks, mutton flaps, stewing chops, brisket or shin of beef will do them fine. If you have a deep freezer and can buy meat in bulk lots it can work out to be very cheap. Fruit and vegetables in season and locally grown are economical and healthy, as are plain yoghurt and whole grains. On the plus side, I have found that feeding real, wholesome food has brought such an improvement in my dog’s health that I have had a huge saving in Vet bills.
The next argument usually raised against homemade dog food concerns that rather over used phrase “complete and balanced nutrition.” Years of exposure to clever advertising, marketing campaigns and expensive packaging have brainwashed most of us into believing that only processed “artificial food” will provide our dogs with an adequate diet. By implication, canine nutrition is so complex that the average person could not possibly be intelligent enough to do it well. Try telling that to any mother who has raised a healthy family!
With blind faith we have put the key to our dogs’ well being into the hands of a few, profit-driven, multi national companies. Now, you decide: who is going to be more concerned about a dog’s wellbeing – you, as the owner, or the dog food manufacturer with his eye on the bottom line? It’s time to put ourselves in control and take back responsibility for our dogs’ health.
Finally, let’s return to the issue of practicality or, if you prefer, convenience. Obviously, nothing is going to be as quick and easy, or as non-messy, as pouring the kibble into a bowl. However, shopping for the ingredients and preparation of homemade dog food does not have to be difficult. We can find all the ingredients we need while we are doing the routine grocery shopping. I keep an eye out for items like cottage cheese or canned tuna when they are offered at a discount; I buy seasonal vegetables and fruit for the family – the dog’s share of those is minimal. I buy bulk lots of human grade meat from a discount butcher. Some of the meat I will cook in large batches, then freeze in meal sized portions; some of it I just package raw. It hardly takes me any time, slotted into my other food preparation activities. Once it’s all packed and frozen, it’s almost as quick and convenient as packet food (as long as I remember to get it out of the freezer in time).
Since I changed her diet to homemade food, my dog has shown improvements in her health and energy which are nothing short of miraculous. On top of this, I have the peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly what she is eating. That, in my view, is priceless.
If you would like to know more about preparing and feeding homemade dog food, you can sign up for a free, 7-day ecourse at http://dogfoodmiracle.com/
Stacey
Dec
08
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Steven De Gracia asked:
ts of beef, juicy chunks of chicken, whole grains and fresh vegetables, all covered in thick creamy gravy, sounds appetizing does it not? What about rotten meat, mouldy grains, pieces of plastic, bones, and euthanatized pets all in a blood and pus sauce, does that sound like something anyone should eat? Of course not!
For millions of pets this is exactly what their masters feed them and they have no choice but to eat it. We are making our pets eat filth that it’s making them sick, and often times killing them and we don’t even know it.
We blindly trust the slick advertising of the pet food companies and believe that the government wouldn’t allow for our dead pets to later be served to our new pets. We are trusting them with our pet’s lives and they are lying to us.
What do we do? How do we protect man’s best friend? How many years do you want to have your beloved dog, 3 years, 5years or 15 years? If you want your dog to have a long healthy life than the answer is simple we must give them quality homemade dog food, the kind of food they deserve. We can add years to their lives by giving them good wholesome food.
You may be thinking that I am exaggerating things to scare you. I’m not, there’s no need to. The colorful bags on the store shelves that picture quality food and happy pets are a ploy. As consumers it is easy for us to believe what we are told, but as the old saying goes don’t judge a book by it’s cover, don’t judge a product by it’s label.
Haven’t you ever wondered why your hand is shiny and covered in a greasy substance after you put your hand in a bag of dog food? Well I will tell you why. Dog food companies cover their product in grease to make it more palatable to your pet.
Most dogs are too smart to eat the garbage used to make their food, so they cover it to mask what it truly is. Oh, this grease they use is restaurant grease, the kind that sits in big vats in the back of restaurants for weeks if not months. Can you imagine what type of bacteria is in those vats? You know what too much grease in a diet does to a human? It is the same for dogs, it eventually kills them.
To protect your dog you need to be feeding it wholesome nourishing food. After all, that’s what you want for yourself, so why should you treat your dog any different? Making home cooked dog food for your pet can be quick and easy and will prolong your dog’s life.
If you’re still not convinced then let me continue. I’m sure you’ve driven down the road and seen the carcass of an animal that was hit by a car. Do you remember what that looked like? Would you ever consider stopping to pick up that rotting road kill to bring home and feed your Fido? Well when you buy a bag of commercial dog food from your local market that is exactly what you are doing.
Unbelievable, but it is true. In addition to the rotten beef, bits and pieces of chicken bones and beaks, and dead pet parts you are also feeding your pet road kill. You can keep these disgusting things out of your pet and prolong his life by giving him homemade dog food.
We are poisoning our pets and making them sick by feeding them this mass produced dog food. Their bodies can’t process all these bacteria and chemicals without it putting a strain on their systems. They weren’t made to digest the garbage put into the commercial dog food we feed them. This food is causing them to get numerous types of cancers, causing their kidneys to fail, and shutting down their organs.
June
ts of beef, juicy chunks of chicken, whole grains and fresh vegetables, all covered in thick creamy gravy, sounds appetizing does it not? What about rotten meat, mouldy grains, pieces of plastic, bones, and euthanatized pets all in a blood and pus sauce, does that sound like something anyone should eat? Of course not!
For millions of pets this is exactly what their masters feed them and they have no choice but to eat it. We are making our pets eat filth that it’s making them sick, and often times killing them and we don’t even know it.
We blindly trust the slick advertising of the pet food companies and believe that the government wouldn’t allow for our dead pets to later be served to our new pets. We are trusting them with our pet’s lives and they are lying to us.
What do we do? How do we protect man’s best friend? How many years do you want to have your beloved dog, 3 years, 5years or 15 years? If you want your dog to have a long healthy life than the answer is simple we must give them quality homemade dog food, the kind of food they deserve. We can add years to their lives by giving them good wholesome food.
You may be thinking that I am exaggerating things to scare you. I’m not, there’s no need to. The colorful bags on the store shelves that picture quality food and happy pets are a ploy. As consumers it is easy for us to believe what we are told, but as the old saying goes don’t judge a book by it’s cover, don’t judge a product by it’s label.
Haven’t you ever wondered why your hand is shiny and covered in a greasy substance after you put your hand in a bag of dog food? Well I will tell you why. Dog food companies cover their product in grease to make it more palatable to your pet.
Most dogs are too smart to eat the garbage used to make their food, so they cover it to mask what it truly is. Oh, this grease they use is restaurant grease, the kind that sits in big vats in the back of restaurants for weeks if not months. Can you imagine what type of bacteria is in those vats? You know what too much grease in a diet does to a human? It is the same for dogs, it eventually kills them.
To protect your dog you need to be feeding it wholesome nourishing food. After all, that’s what you want for yourself, so why should you treat your dog any different? Making home cooked dog food for your pet can be quick and easy and will prolong your dog’s life.
If you’re still not convinced then let me continue. I’m sure you’ve driven down the road and seen the carcass of an animal that was hit by a car. Do you remember what that looked like? Would you ever consider stopping to pick up that rotting road kill to bring home and feed your Fido? Well when you buy a bag of commercial dog food from your local market that is exactly what you are doing.
Unbelievable, but it is true. In addition to the rotten beef, bits and pieces of chicken bones and beaks, and dead pet parts you are also feeding your pet road kill. You can keep these disgusting things out of your pet and prolong his life by giving him homemade dog food.
We are poisoning our pets and making them sick by feeding them this mass produced dog food. Their bodies can’t process all these bacteria and chemicals without it putting a strain on their systems. They weren’t made to digest the garbage put into the commercial dog food we feed them. This food is causing them to get numerous types of cancers, causing their kidneys to fail, and shutting down their organs.
June
Dec
08
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Kitty asked:
I have a poodle that hardly eats her dog food and sometimes she steals food off of the kitchen counters when I am not looking. I put her in a cage to eat, but sometimes she still doesn’t seem to get the idea that I can’t feed her anything else than dogfood. Lately she has been losing some weight and that worries me ALOT!!!
Jacqueline
I have a poodle that hardly eats her dog food and sometimes she steals food off of the kitchen counters when I am not looking. I put her in a cage to eat, but sometimes she still doesn’t seem to get the idea that I can’t feed her anything else than dogfood. Lately she has been losing some weight and that worries me ALOT!!!
Jacqueline
Dec
07
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Stephanie Loves Sam asked:
what is the best place to get the Chicken Soup for The Dog Lover’s Soul dog food. i have a petsmart and a petco in my area and i have never seen it there
and to big bum check this out go down to the ingredients section and find out all the fillers u have been feeding ur dog
what is the best place to get the Chicken Soup for The Dog Lover’s Soul dog food. i have a petsmart and a petco in my area and i have never seen it there
and to big bum check this out go down to the ingredients section and find out all the fillers u have been feeding ur dog
http://www.petsmart.com/global/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441816308FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032921ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=2534374302023689bmUID=1179749774084itemNo=0Ntt=Pedigree+Dog+FoodIn=DogpreviousText=Pedigree+Dog+FoodN=2023689
Allison
Dec
04
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Butterfly asked:
What to look for in dry dog food that’ll be best for your puppy? and he’s a great pyrenees 3-month old.
What to look for in dry dog food that’ll be best for your puppy? and he’s a great pyrenees 3-month old.
What are the highest quality brands to get?
Derek
Dec
04
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rhol_82 asked:
My dogs are 18 months old and 4 months old but they can’t eat all the food I gave them in breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I gave them dog food (pedigree or alpo) mix with rice and fish or meat. They are still energetic despite they don’t eat a lot. But i love to see if my pets eat a lot to make them big, with nice body built. What should I do?
Anthony
My dogs are 18 months old and 4 months old but they can’t eat all the food I gave them in breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I gave them dog food (pedigree or alpo) mix with rice and fish or meat. They are still energetic despite they don’t eat a lot. But i love to see if my pets eat a lot to make them big, with nice body built. What should I do?
Anthony
Dec
03
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SamiiLynn asked:
We have been feeding my dog Blue Buffalo dog food for a while now. It is a newer dog food that is very rich in omega fatty acids (look it up for all the details). It is a great dog food. My dog is a shedder and the food helps. but… it is very expensive. We can no longer spend 12.99 on a small bag of dog food now that we have two dogs. What is a comprable brand that is good for shedding dogs and that isn’t as expensive as Blue Buffalo but is still very healthy?
Julie
We have been feeding my dog Blue Buffalo dog food for a while now. It is a newer dog food that is very rich in omega fatty acids (look it up for all the details). It is a great dog food. My dog is a shedder and the food helps. but… it is very expensive. We can no longer spend 12.99 on a small bag of dog food now that we have two dogs. What is a comprable brand that is good for shedding dogs and that isn’t as expensive as Blue Buffalo but is still very healthy?
Julie
