Choosing the Best Dry Dog Food

best dry dog food


Choosing the best dry dog food can sometimes be tricky...but...recipes for homemade dog foods should be always be healthy, whether moist, grain free, freeze dried, vegetarian or dry...

So take your time and browse this page and discover which is the best option for your dog or puppy.

Choosing the Best Dry Dog Food

Just like humans,dog are what they eat...by being fed the best dry dog food whether it is home made dog food recipe or a bought brand, your dog's body will respond to ingredients that are healthy and free from nasty additives and preservatives.

You don't necessarily need to choose the most expensive dry dog food to get the best, but it is normally safer to choose one that has been made by a reputable manufacturer unless you decide on making your own dog food.

Normally the best dog food has a mixture of ingredients including soy bean, rice and sometimes corn. If you decide on purchasing a premium brand of dog food they sometimes contain other ingredients including chicken or beef.

best dry dog food

Did you know that it is possible to purchase dry dog food that that has been especially made for a dog's age - the manufacturers do this by classifying each variety as senior, adult or for puppies and it is important that you choose the right version for your dog or puppy.
  • Ask your vet questions about which brand they recommend for your breed of dog.

  • Talk to other breeders and discuss with them what they consider to be the best dry dog food.

  • Gather a selection of different opinions so that youcan make an informed choice.

  • Decide on two or three brands and test them out - as you don't just want a dog food that nutritionally good for your pooch if they don't like the taste.

  • Vets normally recommend a dry dog food that has been AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) approved including the below brands:
  1. Waltham food products
  2. Iams
  3. Eukanuba
  4. Hills science diet
  • If the brand has been AAFCO approved check the label as it should have this statement on the back "formulated to meet the AAFCO dog food nutrient profile for puppies/adults/senior"

  • Remember that a dry dog food does not have to be AAFCO approved to be sold or even have to meet their requirements.

  • Sometimes making your own dog food is the best choice - check out our healthy homemade dog food recipes below.
  1. Beef biscuits.

  2. Cheese biscuits

  3. Apple and Cinnamon biscuits and more.

  • Make sure that any meat used is a main ingredient and not a by-product.

  • Although it is important to ask your vet's advice, don't fall into the trap of being pushed into purchasing the brand that they stock, as it will be more expensive.

  • Take your time choosing the right dry dog food, the higher quality brand may contain more calories but it will also contain less fillers - so although it may cost more, you will end up using less.

Three reasons why you should choose the best dry dog food

  1. Dry dog food is good for your dog's teeth and gums.

  2. It contains lots of protein, vegtables, cereal and bone.

  3. It is less expensive and can come with the complete nutrients that your dog or puppy needs to be healthy.

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