Let's face it, buying dog food can be difficult and very confusing With so many different brands available - and all claiming to be the ideal food - how is it possible to know what to choose? It isn't helped by the constant advertising and marketing. It's a nightmare for every dog owner and many people simply give up and choose anything. That may be fine if the dog remains healthy, but what if it develops problems? And how do you know if your dog is as healthy as it could be?
If you ignore the marketing from the manufacturers, there are many things you can do to make sure you are making the best choice in food for your dog or puppy.
The first thing to bear in mind is that the price of the bag is not necessarily an indication of the true feeding cost. While the initial outlay of a food bag may be more, a more expensive brand may actually save you money. Usually you will find that with a better food you will feed a lot less, meaning the contents of the bag will go further. This is because cheaper brands are usually bulked up with filler ingredients that have little nutritional benefits; a dog will need to eat more. The other cost saving is in vet bills. Several nutritionists are now stating publicly that low quality foods are the cause of health problems in dogs, particularly later in their lives. A better food will most likely mean fewer visits to the vet.
In addition, many of the better food companies have loyalty card programs, where are several purchases you are entitled to a free bag. This reduces the feeding costs still further and should be factored into your cost calculations.
It is important to look at the ingredients of the foods before you choose to feed it to your dog of puppy. Avoid the foods containing such things as wheat, soy, beef and cereals. These can all be sources of allergies. Also stay away from by-products and animal fats and of course anything artificial such as preservatives, flavorings or colorings.
One of the best places to research and buy your dog food is online. As websites don't have the same costs as retail shops the food can often be bought at better prices. It can also make life easier to have the food delivered to your home.
Do your research by checking the ingredients and selecting a quality food for your dog. You will end up with a happier and healthier pet, and there is no reason why you shouldn't find it economical as well.
For more information about selecting the best food for your dog visit http://www.petfooddirect.co.nz/
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