Make Your Dogs Nutrition a Priority

We all rant and rave about our family’s nutrition but many of us forget about our poor dogs. To be fair, giving your dog a healthy and nutritious diet really is hard. You have to be organized and remember all the things your dog has consumed, as they obviously can’t remind you themselves, like your children can for example. There are many problems associated with a lack of a well balanced diet for your dog and the most common are:

· Dog Obesity

· Malnutrition

· Poor Dental Hygiene

Dog Obesity

A common problem with many dogs is that owners simply love and pamper them too much. Dog obesity really is a very common problem and it can stem from something as innocent as dog treats. Our dogs love their treats and not only that; dog treats are useful in training your dog and achieving better dog behavior all-round. Your dog really does enjoy them as well, just in the same way that your children love chocolate, therefore, like chocolate, dog treats should be given in moderation to avoid dog obesity.

You must also check the dog food that you are using. Some of the cheaper brands make dog food that minimizes cost by using low quality ingredients that are inherently bad for your dog. The other obvious way to combat your dog’s obesity is to make sure it gets the right amount of exercise by regularly taking them for a walk.

Malnutrition

If your dog’s skin feels flaky and dry then they may well be malnourished and lacking in essential nutrients. Your dog needs the right balance of water, protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. The dog food you buy may not contain the right amount of each of these, so it may be time to supplement their diet.

There are many foods that are good for giving your dog the vitamins it needs, that they do not get from regular pet food. Apples are very good for providing vitamin A and vitamin C. Apples should also be enjoyed in moderation as they can give the dog a case of diarrhea. Other fruits, such as tomatoes and vegetables like carrots and asparagus are also very good for giving your dog essential vitamins and minerals and making sure their diet is well balanced.

Teeth

A large part of your dog’s nutrition should be focused on their teeth. Keeping your dog’s teeth healthy is the key to nutrition because unhealthy teeth will become damaged and can mean it is difficult for dogs to chew and digest food in the future. If your dog has healthy teeth, then they are likely to be able to digest their food better and will be more willing to eat harder foods.

You should always provide your dog with something hard for them to chew on. You should only give them bones, however, that are likely to crush as your dog may swallow bits of bone, which could choke them.

Special Dentastix is also available. These can be the perfect alternative to the normal, conventional treats as these have nutritional benefit as are good for your dog. In the process of enjoying a healthy dog treat, these brilliant dentastix will simultaneously make your dog’s teeth healthier and stronger so they can enjoy the benefits of having strong teeth.