Wise puppy food choices have led to
better pet health in senior dogs
Puppy food used to consist of the same
kibble or canned products owners fed to adult dogs. But with the advent
of more scientific focus on animal nutrition, pet health became a major
concern. Now, puppy food is developed specifically for the different
dietary needs of puppies. And the result has been longer lives and
better pet health in senior dogs.
How to choose puppy food with pet
health as your main concern
First, forget the really cheap puppy
food. These bargain basement brands are full of ingredients that will
wreck pet health, like BHT, Ethoxyquin, and heavy doses of salt. What
you save up front, you'll more than pay for in veterinary bills in your
senior dogs down the road.
Among the better puppy food brands,
look for a heavy emphasis on meat proteins (chicken, beef, turkey,
lamb). Iams and Pedigree are good pet health choices in this regard.
Animal-based protein is essential for puppies to grow healthy bones and
teeth.
Another crucial ingredient in puppy
food is omega fatty acids. These elements promote good pet health by
facilitating development of healthy skin and coats. Pets fed omegas all
their lives end up as much healthier senior dogs.
In addition to choosing a healthy puppy
food, be sure to hand out quality dog treats as well. Many owners end
up negating all the positive pet health effects by rewarding good
behavior in their puppies with an unhealthy treat.
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