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Lee Dobbins asked:




Organic dog food is the best option if you need to rely on commercial preparations. Commercial dog foods usually contain high levels of sodium, preservatives, artificial colors and other additives that are toxic to your pet. Organic dog food products provide a guarantee that the product is natural and does not contain these toxic additions. Furthermore, the ingredients may be free of pesticides but you would need to check to make sure.

Some organic dog food products are better than others, providing high quality ingredients and ensuring that only whole grains and high quality proteins are used. Manufacturers can make all sorts of claims about their products, so you will need to take some time to research which organic dog food products are best. Once you have found a few products that look genuine, try them. Monitor your dog’s health carefully. If he has more energy and looks better after a couple of weeks using a particular organic dog food brand, that is a good indication that the product is good.

However, canned organic dog food products are still processed and dry organic dog food is even more so. It is important for your dog’s health to incorporate some raw food and healthy scraps in his diet as well. Sardines are good for providing essential fatty acids and your dog will probably enjoy them. You may also wish to consider a nutritional supplement for your dog to ensure he is getting adequate nutrition.

Here are three good reasons to use organic dog food:

1. Non Toxic. Good organic dog food products are free of harmful chemicals that can lower your dog’s immunity and compromise his health. Liver and kidney failure can result if your pet’s system is exposed to too many toxic chemicals, particularly when they also are not obtaining adequate nutrition. Just by avoiding harmful additives and exposure to poisonous chemicals, you’re dog will be much better off. By also feeding him a highly nutritious, natural product, you are making it possible for him to live a long and healthy life.

2. Nutritionally Sound. A genuine organic dog food product will not only be as natural as possible and organic, it will contain high quality ingredients that offer your dog sound nutrition. The internet is a great place to source quality organic dog food products. Read the information carefully. Do they use whole grains? Do they guarantee high quality protein? Do they offer any guarantees to consumers? The best products are likely to be made by small manufacturers whose business is serving the best needs of your pet.

3. Your Dog Will Be Happier. At the end of the day, don’t we all want our pets to have happy lives? If your dog eats a healthy diet, he will have more energy and naturally be more active. This is the cycle leading to good health. If your dog is suffering from any degenerative illness that is diet related, it is possible to reverse it with a healthy, balanced diet and exercise.

Genuine organic dog foods can make all the difference to your dog’s health and well being. Ultimately, if they can be combined with raw food and added home made meals, your dog will probably be the happiest dog on the block!

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Ian Pennington asked:




When you bring you new puppy home, you have entered a mine field of questions and possible problems. One of the biggest problems may be the huge variety of dog foods on the market these days. A puppy is a small animal to start with, but a small breed puppy will be tiny. This is a very delicate digestive system that you are responsible for and the easiest way to get peace of mind when it comes to their food is by making sure that they have the best organic small breed puppy food that you can afford.

One thing that we do need to get straight at the start is the term ‘a complete and balanced diet’. This is not just a marketing catchphrase. It is a valid description of the dog food. Only manufacturers who adhere to the AAFCO standards are allowed to use this description, and it can only be used in conjunction with food that has undergone the AAFCO trials. If you can feed your puppy with a specialist organic product that carries this wording you will know that you will be getting some of the best organic small breed puppy food available.

Many specialists in the field will recommend organic dry kibble as being the ideal puppy food as it will help to keep their teeth in good condition. Also, puppies love chewing, as you are about to find out! However, due to the size of your puppy, make sure that you get a specialist small breed variety as the pieces do need to be manageable. Whether you use dry food or canned food is, however, a case of personal preference. Some owners find that their dogs tend to prefer one over the other. You may find that you will make a decision as to which you think is the best organic small breed puppy food and then have to let your puppy decide whether you buy the dry version or the canned version.

You must make sure that you feed your puppy on a product which is specifically designed for small breeds. They have a higher metabolic rate than larger breeds and their bodies mature more quickly. They will need a high energy diet and will benefit from small meals being given frequently, rather than just one or two large meals. To get the optimum results out of even the very best organic small breed puppy food you must make sure that you follow the feeding guidelines.

There are many dog food manufacturers who will claim that theirs is the best organic small breed puppy food. Some of them will definitely not be telling the truth. Always look for a food that carries the AAFCO statement. If you wish to prepare your own food for your puppy, it is advisable to do plenty of research and always consult a specialist to ensure that you are including all the necessary nutrients. We know a lot more about dog diets now than when we used to feed them just on scraps from the table and we owe it to our pets to ensure that they get the best that we can give them.

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