Seeing your furry friend scampering across swaying grass and chasing after tennis balls can bring a smile to your face. Meeting their nutritional needs can keep your pup active, happy, and healthy, and understanding dog food labels can give insight into dog nutrition.
Here are a few things to pay close attention to when reviewing dog food labels to ensure proper dog nutrition:
- Portion Sizes. While those sweet puppy eyes might convince you to toss extra food into their doggy bowl, it might not be the best long-term way of showing affection. Overfeeding can cause health problems like obesity or joint pain. Taking your dog’s size into account, activity level, age, and the food’s feeding guidelines can help determine how much to feed your dog.
- Life Stage. Your furry friend’s dietary needs will change with time, so make sure the label indicates which life stage the food is made for. For puppies, the main nutritional focus is their growth and development. For adult and senior dogs, the focus shifts to maintaining their health or making dietary changes if they develop health concerns.
- Ingredients. It’s important to review food labels to confirm ingredients are providing the basic nutrients to encourage growth and development, increase energy levels, and boost immunity. Paying attention to ingredients also helps you avoid potential allergens that could affect your dog’s health.
Learning more about dog nutrition is essential in promoting your dog’s well-being. If you are interested in learning about our pet food options, reach out to our team at Animush Raw Pet Food.