If food allergies are determined, your veterinarian may recommend hypoallergenic dog food and treats for your dog to eat. These types of foods take special precautions to avoid being cross-contaminated. Hypoallergenic dog foods may also behydrolyzed,meaning that they go through a process of breaking...
Reading and interpreting dog food labels is essential for managing allergies in small breed dogs. The ingredient list is typically ordered by weight, with the most prevalent items listed first. Look for specific protein sources rather than generic terms like “meat” or “animal by-products.” Co...
both great cooling foods. The grains used for carbohydrate and oil content include spelt and oats. The food is meant for adult dogs in medium to large breeds. They do offer a puppy blend if you have one hot dog.
I now understand that the condition may be more common in recent years and partly due to the ingredients found in commercial dog food. I guess some of the grain ingredients can cause a sensitivity over time that gets worse. I’ve changed my Pomeranians food to the highly recommended Merrick...
It is completely red-meat-based, which may make it suitable for dogs that are sensitive to chicken – one of the most common dog allergies. Pork is included as well in various forms, including some pork fat and organ meats. Instead of grains, this food leans heavily on veggies of all ...
Dry Dog Foods for “Adult Maintenance” Adult maintenance foodsoftencontain lower levels of protein and fat than foods that are formulated to meet the needs of puppies and nursing or pregnant mothers. But, again, AAFCO has not issuedmaximumlevels of fat or protein for any life stages, and som...
Feeding your dog the right food has always been a challenge for any dog owner. Dogs are just like people, since they have specific preferences with tastes and reactions to certain foods. One of the primary concerns when feeding your dog is dog food allergies and what can cause them. When ...
While many dog owners and breeders have used garlic and garlic powder in dog food for years without incident, more recently its use has come into question. Although the small amount present in some commercial pet foods has not been indicated as a cause for problems, garlic (and onion) contai...
I’m so excited to introduce to you today’s guest, Dr. Conor Brady, a canine nutritionist that specializes in the benefits of raw food diets for dogs! Dr. Brady’s interest in raw food diets began after moving to Perth Australia to work at an incredible guide dog organization. At the...
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