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Which Dog Food Diet Should I Choose?

Dogs

Food is the most important factor in your dog’s life. They need a diet that will meet all their requirements and needs. This can be from needing the energy to chase a ball to nutrients needed to support their overall health. Dogs don’t get to choose what they eat, we choose what we think is best for the health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of our canine companions. Unfortunately, there is no one answer to what food you should give your dog.

When choosing a dog food, you should consider the following factors for your dog:

Health
Activity levels
Age and weight
Type of breed
Food allergies
Taste
Your lifestyle

Common choices among dog owners are dried dog food diets and raw diets, but there is no answer to say which is right or wrong. Both raw and dried dog food diets have pros and cons, at the end of the day it all comes down to what is right for you and your dog.

If you are considering switching your dogs’ diet, make sure that you do it gradually. A dog’s digestive system needs time to fully adjust to a new food, otherwise they may get an upset stomach.

Raw Dog Food Diet

Raw is a diet of uncooked meat and a variety of other ingredients used to form the diet that often varies. A raw dog food diet needs added nutrients that your dog may require for day-to-day activities, so it is advisable to purchase complete raw food to ensure your dog is getting everything they need to stay happy and healthy.

We stock a wide range of frozen raw dog food in our stores. Click here to find your local WCF Pet & Equestrian store.

Dry Dog Food Diet

Dried dog food usually comes in a kibble form and in bags of different sizes. This can be a healthy and convenient food for your pet that they will thrive on, given you choose a brand that is suitable to all their requirements.

We have a wide range of own brand dog food online. You can also find all these products in your local WCF Pet & Equestrian store.

For more information on diets for dogs, the PDSA has some useful tips.