Is Your Puppy Food Healthy?
In “Your Dog’s Nutritious Needs,” a pamphlet by the National Research Council of the National Academies, it states: “Dogs need several differend kinds of nutrients to survive: amino acids from protein, fatty acids and carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and water.” But how much of each do they need? And how often should they get fed? The answers to these questions vary according to the age and the health condition of your dog.
After reading the article, I had lots of thoughts running through my head, but the point that really resounded was: Is the food I am buying providing all the nutrients needed for my dog to be in the best health possible? Research and advice from your veterinarian will help you decide how much of the nutrients listed above your puppy or dog needs, then you need to read the information on the bags or cans of puppy food to make sure they contain what your puppy needs. Remember, a healthy dog is a happy dog!