Your adult dog knows that what's on your plate is infinitely better than what he's eating at the moment – and you may be tempted to prove it by giving him some. Before you do, remember that good nutrition and a balanced diet are essential elements for good health in an adult dog. And that means watching your canine's caloric intake carefully. Your adult dog needs plenty of fresh water and should be fed good quality food in amounts just right to meet his energy requirements. Inadequate or excess intake of nutrients can be equally harmful. Most dry adult dog foods are soybean, corn or rice based. Some of the better brands have meat or fish meal as the first listed ingredient. Although higher priced, they are worth looking into. Dogs eat less of the higher quality products, thus reducing the cost. Dry adult dog foods also have greater "caloric density" which means simply, there is less water in a cup of food as compared to a canned food diet.
As a general rule, before supplementing your dog's diet, you should discuss with your veterinarian the available evidence or recommendations supporting the use of nutriceuticals and dietary supplements....
Is your dog tired of the same old processed treats? Here are some dog treat recipes to add a little spice to your pet's diet.
There are many reasons why pets (and people) become obese, but the two main reasons are: our pets eat too much and do not exercise enough. If the extra weight amounts to more than 15 percent over the ideal...
The holidays are a time of excess - too much partying and too much eating. As much as you may be tempted to reward your pet with a few treats from the table – don’t.
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