Americans are more concerned about health than ever before, so we should also have an equal amount of concern for our pets ... particularly with regard to the ingredients in their food. We would want the ingredients in our pets' food to be acceptable for human consumption.
After all, If byproducts are not tolerated in our food, why should they be tolerated in our pets' food? We're also starting to realize that our dogs and cats need daily supplements the same way that we do, in order to take care of their bodies for the inevitable ravages of aging. In the span of an animal's life, an early start at good health ensures less vulnerability to degenerative diseases, joints that are less likely to creak with pain and a healthier heart. Naturally we want our dogs and cats to live with us for as long as possible.
Renowned holistic veternarian Dr. Jane Bicks says that when looking at dog food, one should be be weary of dyes, chemicals and artificial preservatives as much as possible. For example, BHA ... one of the most common synthetic antioxidant preservatives mainly used to prevent food discoloration and rancidity ... has been found in scientific studies to cause stomach cancer in lab rats at certain doses. In lesser doses, the preservative doesn't have a cancerous effect but there is no telling what BHA can do to the body in small doses over a long period of time.
Dr. Jane states that the maximum life span of dogs is estimated to be between 25 to 30 years, but the average dog often lives no longer than 13 to 14 years.
And she says that this difference is caused primarily by inadequate nourishment.
She also states that protein is a critical part of a dog's natural development so pet owners should look for foods which have whole ingredients like meat, eggs, fish and dairy as opposed to byproducts.
Harder working or more energetic dogs require more protein and fat in their diet to maintain stamina and good body form. A dog food that is complete and balanced and includes at least 26 percent protein and 1650 kilocalories of metabolizable energy per pound is ideal. During the seasons when dogs are not working, their energy requirements decrease. Feed less of the high calorie food or change to a less nutrient-dense dog food.
Unbleached rice is one of the more digestible carbohydrates and supplies a wide array of energy for your dog. Corn and wheat, meanwhile, are considerably more difficult to digest. It is also a great idea to look for antioxidants. In recent years, we have become much more conscious of our antioxidant intake, so why shouldn't we have that same attitude towards our pets?
Dr. Jane Bicks has been honored on many occasions by the veternary profession and is the author of several books inlcluding 'Thirty days to a healthier, happier dog' and 'Dr. Jane's Natural guide to a healthier, happier dog'. She has been involved in many advisory boards including Canine Companions for independence and has served as the President of the Veterinary Medical association of New York City. She formulates Life's Abundance premium dog food as well several types of dog supplements. For more information about Life's Abundance dog food and dog supplements go to http://www.dog-food-nutrition.info/
About The Author
A.M. Wilmot is an author and researcher in the fields of human and pet health. For more info. go to http://www.dog-food-nutrition.info/ or http://www.dog-food-nutrition.info/
Wood Dale Chicago prom limo .. Lockport Chicago limo O’HareDog owners, who recognize the early signs and symptoms of... Read More
Puppies and dogs, as mentioned, are social creatures. When they... Read More
Cats have a reputation for being finicky eaters, but that... Read More
Over the past couple of years, animal rescues have been... Read More
A puppy wanting to chew makes you want to scream!... Read More
Canine Diabetes: A Serious Dog Disease That is Completely ManageableCanine... Read More
A crate is a valuable and useful training tool. Its... Read More
BackgroundSilkworms are the larva of a moth (Bombyx mori) native... Read More
Peeing on the carpet, knocking you down, or stealing dinner... Read More
Did you know that more than one million north americans... Read More
Does the idea of trimming your dog's nails send chills... Read More
What kind of materials should you use when constructing a... Read More
Find a vet, if possible, who specializes in small animals... Read More
Continued from part two.Epilepsy/seizure disorderWhen your Boxer is between 2... Read More
Puppy crate training is one of the most effective ways... Read More
Are you ready for a Boxer?The answer is "no" if... Read More
Every month I am approached by dog owners of my... Read More
A poorly trained dog is a nuisance and can even... Read More
Training one dog can be hard enough, but two, now... Read More
If you have a hard time in summer imagine how... Read More
Dog grooming is relatively simple for most dogs. I have... Read More
Occasionally, some of us get to do work that is... Read More
A breed of dog called a Boxer is very family-oriented... Read More
Westie Grooming ? When your west highland white terrier becomes... Read More
Mention the word "video" and different people would come up... Read More
Antigo wedding limo ..Dog owners, who recognize the early signs and symptoms of... Read More
Whoever coined the phrase, "It's a Dog's Life" wasn't familiar... Read More
I was doing some research on dog health when I... Read More
What kind of materials should you use when constructing a... Read More
Betta fish, also called Siamese fighting fish are one of... Read More
Breed specific legislation otherwise known as "BSL" has started to... Read More
Dog training can provide a tremendous amount of satisfaction. Every... Read More
For all pet owners, regular monitoring and "examinations" of your... Read More
What is Canine Bloat?Bloat refers to the bloating of the... Read More
Can you comprehend a time when dog food, cat food,... Read More
You are ready to bring your Boxer home? First, you... Read More
It is very important to decide whether to keep your... Read More
If you're contemplating the idea of starting a home-based business... Read More
Grocery Stores could use some larger Dog Food Isles. Not... Read More
Everybody loves puppies. Who can resist those cute little faces... Read More
Mum, dad, can we get a puppy? Its a plea... Read More
Rabbits are one of the most popular pets, apart from... Read More
Owning a dog is a serious responsibility, one that should... Read More
Many dog owners are bewildered when they hear their dog... Read More
It happens all too often. A family or cat friend... Read More
Everybody loves a baby animal and Westie puppies are adorable,... Read More
Scottish Terriers are short-legged dogs, at a height of ten... Read More
If you decide you want a purebred, make sure it's... Read More
Reading a pet food label, how difficult can it be?... Read More
It was November and I had spent 3 months searching... Read More
Pet |