Top Tips for Feeding your Dog
When choosing a food for you dog you need to consider a few things:
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What type of food – dry or moist (dry is generally the recommended type)
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Your dog’s stage in life (puppies should eat puppy food)
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The activity level of your dog
Your dog’s digestive system is different to that of your own, so dogs need to be fed on a diet formulated for their needs. A diet of dry dog food is generally the best and most economical for your dog.
A good dog food should include the following:
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High quality ingredients
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Nutritionally balanced formulation
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High meat content (check the % meat content on the bag, this varies between foods)
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Omega 3 & 6 to encourage a healthy, shiny coat
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Prebiotics to promote a healthy gut and aid the immune system
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Antioxidants to help with sustained health and vitality
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No added colourings,_favourings or preservatives
You should aim to feed your dog at the same time everyday and they should have fresh water available to them at all times.
