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dehydrated raw food or dry food. Then there
are all the diff erent brands to consider, from
those you’ll fi nd in the supermarket all the
way to vet-only lines. So how do you know
what to chose?BEST FOODS FOR DOGS
“Dogs are essentially carnivores who have
adapted to a more omnivorous way of eating,”
says Annabelle. “You should be looking for the
highest-quality protein source as the main
ingredient in your dog food,” she adds. “Chicken
and other poultry like turkey, spatchcock or
quail, as well as beef, lamb and fi sh are all great.
Look for grass-fed and free-range if possible.
Novel protein sources like kangaroo, goat and
venison are also becoming more popular and
can be great if your dog has developed an
intolerance to more common protein sources.
“Egg is also a great complementary protein
source to add to your dog’s diet. And don’t
forget all-important organ meats like liver,
hearts, kidneys and tripe for essential amino
acids,” she says.Confused trying to decide what to feed your
pet that is both good for their health and
your budget? You’re not alone. Annabelle
Selleck, owner of Good Pet Food Kitchen,
says the huge variety of pet foods available
can make pet parents feel overwhelmed.
Especially when you break it down into all
the types of food you can opt for: there’s raw
frozen, cooked frozen, canned, freeze-dried/http://www.petsmagazine.com.au
Feed your dog the best-quality dog food you can aff ord.Danielle Chenery talks
to the experts about
how to ensure you’re
feeding your cats and
dogs the perfect diet.DINNER DINNER
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