As a proud owner of a new puppy, it's very likely that choosing the right puppy food is high up in your priority list of things to do and you're right. Puppies in fact need to be fed more than adult dogs because they grow 20 times faster than their adult versions.
With the range of puppy food with confusing labels and ingredients already in the market it can be confusing on your part to select the right product for your little pooch. Add to that the dog food recall scare that happened a few years back.
A puppy is not picky on food, what you feed is what he gets therefore in choosing what to feed little Jack you should ensure that his food has the right amount of calories he needs for his good health. What you feed him should be able to nurture his growing body, maintain his wonderful coat, and give him the energy that he needs to be able to play with you everyday.
Since puppies and dogs differ in their dietary intake, here is a list of general food types to help you find the perfect food for your puppy.
Wet or Dry Food? Dry food is more popular because it is easier to store, smells better, and stays good longer than wet pet food. So which is which?
If Jack is teething and is having difficulty chewing on dry food, give him wet food however vets will lean towards dry food because the wet ones don't give his jaws the much needed exercise. But for some dog owners mixing both is best so that your pup gets the best of both worlds.
Breed Specific. Feed your puppy according to his breed. This shouldn't be hard because there are many products out there that are formulated for specific breeds of dogs such as Labradors, Huskies, Bulldogs etc.
If you are not too keen on again buying commercially prepared puppy food, you can use this information as you go shopping for alternatives.
Premium. Many non premium brands contain fillers therefore your puppy will need to eat more to get the same nutrients that he can get from premium brands. They are expensive however dietary content and nutritional value are primarily the reasons why many vets recommend premium brands.
Homemade food is perfect if you want to save money on what you feed your puppy and a way for you to be sure that your puppy is getting proper nutrition. Truthfully some commercially prepared food for puppies contain artificial ingredients, fillers, and additives that may not be good for your puppy's health.
If you are concerned that homemade food is difficult to prepare just search the Internet and you will find tons of free, nutritious, and easy to prepare puppy food recipes.
Organic food is an all-natural alternative to commercially prepared food for pets. This should be the choice for pet owners who are concerned with health problems such as allergies and digestive disorders, maintaining healthy weight, and building a strong immune system on your puppy.
Choosing the right puppy food should not be financially draining on your part, work with what you can afford or what's easier to do because feeding your pet should be a fun moment between you two.
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