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Is it OK to feed your dog different brands of dog food?
A healthy dog or cat can eat a different food at each meal without issue as long as they are high-quality foods. Holistically minded guardians and veterinarians know that variety is important for several reasons, the most important being to avoid the development of sensitivities to any particular food or protein type.
Is there a big difference in dog food?
Compared to less expensive brands that you might find at a grocery or big box store, some premium brands may have higher digestibility and higher amounts of more expensive ingredients such as animal fat, protein, and fish oil, or different amounts or ratios of other essential nutrients well above the required minimums.
Is it okay to switch dog food if it’s the same brand?
Same brand just different flavor or can that cause her to have intestinal issues. Most dogs will have no issues changing between flavors but a minority can be sensitive to certain ingredients/proteins/flavours and can develop vomiting, diarrhea or other sensitivities.
Is it OK to mix kibble brands?
Absolutely. In fact, if you are switching dog food brands or formulations and your dog has a sensitive stomach, it is a common practice to mix the new food with the old in a ratio that starts with mostly the old food them progressively adds more new food. This is done over several days.
Should I feed my dog the same food everyday?
Dogs get tired of eating the same thing every day. They’re fine eating the same thing all the time. Changing types or brands of food can make your dog sick. If you do need to change their food, do it slowly over a few days. Give your dog a bit more of the new food and a bit less of the old food each day.
Does it matter what kind of dog food my Dog Eats?
Most dogs aren’t that fussy about what they eat so surely one dog food choice is as good as the next. It’s certainly easy to make that assumption but it really does matter! The key considerations when choosing your dog food are: Breed matters!
Does dog food really make your pet live longer?
Pet stores are filled with aisle after aisle of different dog food brands, each one boasting that if you feed this food your pet will live a longer and healthier life. Some brands have even developed breed-specific dog foods that are said to address the health needs of your specific breed of dog or cat.
Are breed-specific dog foods harmful to your dog?
Breed-specific dog foods are not necessarily harmful; they are just somewhat redundant if you (and your veterinarian) are already correctly assessing your dog’s dietary requirements based on life stage, size and specific health needs. Take a large breed puppy like a Golden Retriever, for instance.
How to choose the best dog food for your dog?
For example, large-breed puppies like Labrador Retrievers have unique dietary needs to help prevent hip dysplasia. The best dog food brands are open about the sourcing and manufacturing of their ingredients. You know where the food comes from and how it’s made.