Best Dog Food

Dogs have been proven to be man’s best friend, so they should have the best dog food that their owners can possibly supply them. There are different perceptions of what ‘best’ means when it comes to dog food. However, there are a few ingredients that should be included in any dog food just to make certain all vitamin needs are met. You may very well be surprised by the vitamin and mineral content in dog food. As well as the fact, dry dog food actually stimulates a dog’s intestinal tract better than soft food.

Best Dog Food

When you think of the best dog food that you could feed your furry friends, you may think that having chicken included in it would be a superbly healthy option. However, did you realize there are four different grades of chicken that could be included in dog food? Chicken is joined often times by beef, pork and even sometimes by fish which contains the fatty acid omega 3 that is necessary for a soft, beautiful coat and a healthy heart.

When investigating the chicken that is included in the best dog food, the basic chicken is the combination of the flesh and skin without any bone, feathers, feet or entrails included. Then there are the chicken-by-products that actually consists of the ground up and cleaned parts of the carcass. This could include feathers, necks and even feet. The chicken liver meal is the main staple when it comes to dog food. It is one of the most economical ingredients, and it is only the chicken livers ground to a reasonable size for digestion. Lastly, there is chicken meal. This is basically chicken that has been ground to a much reduced size and often times is minimal in the actual production of the food.

We have only covered one type of meat; chicken. However, there are several vegetables that are also beneficial to dogs. To ensure you actually have the best dog food, you will want to make certain they are included. A few of these vegetables to keep in mind are peas, corn, rice and even bran and fiber rich ingredients. These all help the internal organs, coat, teeth and nails become and stay strong and healthy. Do not be surprised if you even notice wheat on the list of ingredients in the dog food.

Best Dog Food – The Conclusion

One thing to keep in mind is the price. The highest priced dog food does not mean it is the best dog food by any means. I do not buy the most expensive, nor do I buy the bottom of the barrel. I look at content and I buy what is compatible for my dog. Usually, I try to stay around 22-26% of protein per serving and 13-15% fat content. Now keep in mind, this food comparison is for adult dogs and not meant for puppies just getting started. For puppies, you will want to up the protein content a bit and lower the fat content to ensure you are feeding them the best dog food possible for their young systems.