| Selecting the right food for your greyhound isn't | | | | adult dogs will typically contain around 20% protein. |
| always easy. Supermarkets are stacked full of | | | | However, this is too high for a greyhound as they |
| standard dog food but a nutritionally balanced | | | | need around 17% protein. The fat level should be |
| greyhound food can be tricky to find. However, | | | | around 8% with around 3% fibre. By feeding a |
| before you reach for the cheapest dog food on the | | | | nutritious, balanced diet your greyhound should have |
| shelf you should be aware that your greyhound has | | | | good energy levels and a glossy coat and bright |
| very different nutritional requirements than that of | | | | eyes. |
| other dogs. They need a quality diet that suits their | | | | If you have an active racing greyhound then you will |
| specific needs. | | | | need to search out a food with higher levels of |
| Greyhound owners all certainly love their dogs, but | | | | protein. This is because an athletic, active greyhound |
| you will find many who argue about what food is | | | | will exhaust huge amounts of energy. They can need |
| best for this particular breed. Ultimately it is up to you | | | | as much as 30% protein in their food. |
| to decide what is best for your dog, but by doing a | | | | Whether your greyhound is retired or active he will |
| little research you will begin to understand the types | | | | need regular exercise to keep him in good shape. |
| of food your greyhound needs in his diet. | | | | Remember in winter that a greyhound can benefit |
| Ideally, your greyhound should be eating certain level | | | | from a padded cotton jacket to keep him warm and |
| of protein in each meal. A good quality dog food for | | | | his body temperature at a steady level. |