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January 5th, 2010 by Chris Channing

Even though you could drive to the supermarket right now and get a 20-pound back of dog food, don’t put any faith into the fact that it is healthy for your pet. There are some pet foods sold over the general market that are lacking in comparison to better types of dog foods that keep dogs healthy as can be.

Humans and canines both need protein to keep a stable immune system and for healing after an illness. Protein that comes from cheap sources isn’t considered to be so beneficial, but protein derived from red meat and chicken will do their best to “keep the show running.” Dog food producers that use real meat charge more money, but the end product is much more tasty and healthy for dogs.

Cats are known to eat fish products, but so too are dogs. Perhaps not a key ingredient, fish ingredients help the immune system and coat of the canine by offering key vitamins and essential amino acids. Fish ingredients may be derived from trout and herring, but can sometimes come from other sources as well.

The bulk of the meal will likely be comprised of grain- usually wheat. The wheat that is mixed in with the dog food should be of fine quality to promote healthy digestion. Look for a whole wheat blend that offers plenty of fiber and carbohydrates for digesting food and maintaining energy. Wheat products are preferred over corn-based products that are harder for the canine to digest.

Rice isn’t so popular in western societies for human consumption as it is in the east, but it is something put into dog food quite a bit. Rice has the ability of keeping the digestion system of the dog running smoothly. It can sometimes remedy a small problem in digestion, but if your dog has serious problems you should seek professional help. Otherwise, rice ingredients are good for long term health of the digestion system.

Organic food is seen as more healthy than factory-made foods. Organic dog food is the same way, but it also comes at a bit higher of a price on average. Organic dog food will use real foods and safe manufacturing processes, which is leaps and bounds ahead of the factory, lab-created, food that dogs don’t find too ap petizing. Organic foods are more popular today, and can be found at most pet stores.

Closing Comments

Canines don’t live as long as humans, so it is important to treat them right so long as they are enjoying their time with a family. Reconsider the food you feed your canine, and make changes as necessary to verify your dog will not be malnourished or unhealthy.

Learn more on the popular Flint River Ranch Dog Food.