Dog food comes in a good number of kinds, though not as many as human food does in terms of forms, colours, sizes, and flavours. No matter which type you decide on, selecting a fresh dog food that fully satisfies your dog’s nutritional demands should be the deciding factor.
Some varieties of dog food include
1. Dry/Kibble
Many dog owners pick dry food for their pets because it is the most affordable sort of commercial dog food. Additionally, it does not require refrigeration and lasts for a very long period. When selecting a particular brand of dry food, look closely at the components and pick one that employs wholesome food as its main component.
Most dogs enjoy canned food, often known as wet food; it can be pricey but has a long shelf life and is widely available at supermarkets. Although some owners find it to be cost-effective, not all commercial canned food brands contain the necessary amount of protein for your dog. The amount of digestible protein it offers is the major concern. Inedible protein is essentially useless to your dog because it will pass through his system unprocessed and unconverted into nutrients.
Additionally, around 75% of food in cans is water. The more food your dog needs to eat to receive the nutrition his body needs, the greater the water content, the lower the nutrient content.
2. Slightly wet
Semi-moist foods are commercial dog treats that resemble hamburgers, pork chops, or other meaty foods. These diets feature a lot of artificial tastes and colours and are the least nutrient-dense of all dog foods. They can be given to your dog on occasion as a treat, but they shouldn’t be thought of as a diet in and of itself because they don’t give your pup the nourishment he needs.
3. Home-made
Some dog owners place a high value on having total control over their dog’s nutrition. A home-cooked diet enables the owner to be fully assured that her dog’s nutritional needs are being satisfied and to know exactly what is in everything the dog eats. Feeding your dog a home-cooked diet takes time and money, but many owners believe the extra work is worthwhile for the added peace of mind. If you choose to feed your dog a home-cooked diet, educate yourself on canine nutrition to ensure that your dog is receiving all the essential nutrients.
4. Raw
Given that bones are a natural supply of calcium and phosphorus, raw meat is preferred along with some bones (never cooked bones, only raw) and organs. Since dogs have short intestinal tracts and powerful stomach acids, which both make it simple for them to eat and digest raw food, this type of diet works well for many dogs. Speak to your veterinarian about the advantages and drawbacks of switching your dog to a raw diet before making the switch.
Conclusion
We’ve talked about the various dog foods that maintain your dog’s teeth in good condition since eating crunchy dry food helps to prevent tartar build-up.