How to Select Healthy Pet Food

You have got to be kidding me! Was this your verbalcommercial products sub title their product 'for active
outburst or something similar to your first reactiondogs' to help you make a decision.
when you looked at the shelves and shelves of petThe absolute best way is to become familiar with the
food selections? Are you confused?ingredients. The first five are important. The first
If I was a first time pet owner I would be veryitem on the list is the most plentiful and critical
confused and would not know where to start.ingredient. The amounts of the ingredients in the
However, you can be reassured, it will not take longproduct become less as the list gets longer.
to learn about healthy pet food and how to selectSome people are comfortable trusting the product
foods and supplements which are right for your pet.brand name. The thinking is for the company to
Puppy care seems to be the easiest because yourremain in business they would be very concerned
veterinarian can guide you as to the best nutritionalabout pet nutrition in order to have returning
foods for your four legged friend. If your puppy orconsumers.
dog has a severe medical problem,again, your vet willThere are pet owners who lend confidence to pet
be a security blanket of information.foods approved by the Association of American
The confusion lies approximately one year or twoFeed Control Officials ('AAFCO') as this organization
years of age depending on the breed. It is now yourapproves of products meeting minimum basic needs
concern as to the best food for your pet. A healthyand containing complete and balanced nutrition.
active dog is a wonderful pet and keeping himAfter awhile you learn about ingredients as to their
healthy is an added bonus not only for him, but fororiginal source, how they are weighed, prepared,
your wallet.processed, and labeled. You watch your dog changing
How do you choose from a large selection?and or the cost of vet bills because of allergies,
- Know the age and activity level of your doginfections, and other health maladies your pet
- Read labels - the first five ingredients are seeminglyacquires.
the most importantIn the home you control food preparation. We have
- Trust a well respected brand name productall heard the expression we are what we eat and we
- Give significance to the Association of Americancan see our pet experiencing the results of those
Feed Control Officials product approvaleating habits. People are very concerned and are
The age and the activity intensity of your pet willlooking for alternatives for healthy pet food.
determine which foods to buy. Some of the