Water is an essential yet often overlooked ingredient in your dog's diet. Comprising more than 60% of your dog's body weight, water is vital for every bodily function, similar to its role in humans.
When preparing homemade food for your dog, each meal inherently contains water, whether from the natural moisture in meats and vegetables or added during cooking. This ensures your dog consumes water with their meal, an added benefit of homemade cooking as it guarantees hydration.
Don’t undervalue the water in your dog's food. This water retains nutrients that may have leeched from the ingredients during cooking, making it a nutrient-rich component of the meal. Always include this liquid when measuring the total weight of the meal, as it contributes significantly to your dog's nutrition.
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Organ meats are nutrient powerhouses that are essential for a dog's diet. They are rich in B vitamins, vitamin D, iron, zinc, selenium, phosphorus, and magnesium.
Whether you like it or not, dogs love organ meat!
Liver is one of the most nutrient-rich foods available, packed with vitamin A, B vitamins, iron, copper, zinc, phosphorus, potassium, and essential fatty acids EPA and DHA. It supports digestion and reproductive health and is a powerful antioxidant.
Heart is nutrient-dense, offering B vitamins, iron, zinc, selenium, and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which is crucial for energy production, cellular function, and preventing oxidative stress.
Kidneys, lungs, pancreas, and other organ meats are also beneficial. Often affordable, these cuts are some of the best for your dog's health.
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It's well-documented that being overweight or obese increases a dog's chances of developing certain forms of cancer, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, and digestive and respiratory problems.
It stands to reason that an overweight dog will not enjoy life as much as a dog of normal weight. Aside from health problems, an overweight or obese dog will not have the same freedom of movement as normal-weight dogs. Play and exercise, which are vital for any dog, will be significantly impacted if a dog is carrying too much weight. Excess weight on hardworking joints naturally affects mobility, making movement more painful.
Sadly, overweight dogs have become the norm today. Many doting pet parents simply fail to realize that their dog is overweight because overweight dogs are now in the majority.
Don't wait for your dogs to develop a health condition. Act now, fix your dog's diet.
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Natural vitamins and minerals work synergistically. They communicate effectively and share a common goal. For example, natural Vitamin C contains ascorbic acid, bioflavonoids, and other compounds that work together harmoniously. This natural combination is readily recognized and absorbed by your dog’s body, leading to beneficial effects.
Synthetic vitamins, however, function in isolation, if they work at all. Designed in labs for specific tasks, they lack the collaborative nature of natural vitamins. Your dog’s body may not recognize or utilize them, leading to ineffective absorption. Additionally, synthetic vitamins often involve industrial processes, such as using caustic chemicals. For instance, synthetic Vitamin C is typically produced using corn starch and hydrochloric acid, resulting in a product far removed from its natural counterpart.
Feed real fresh food for better nutrient absorption.
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Biggest regrets from pet parents that I work with:
I wish I had provided my dog with proper nutrition.
I wish I hadn't been deceived by the false promises of the commercial pet food industry.
I wish I had made better nutrition choices to benefit my dog's health.
I wish I hadn't followed the nutrition advice from a veterinarian who, in hindsight, lacked expertise in dog nutrition?
Do better now, it is never too late to start on a species appropriate diet. Don't wait for your dog to get sick to heal with food. Feed better now so you can prevent illness or accelerate healing.
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Consider this: when you serve your dog a bowl of kibble, take a moment to truly contemplate what you're offering. Picture yourself in your dog's paws, faced with the same meal every day, twice a day, for years on end. It's not just about sustenance; it's about the joy and variety that food can bring. Yet, commercial dog food, especially kibble, often falls short in both nutrition and excitement.
Imagine the monotony of consuming the same dry, nutritionally deficient meal thousands of times throughout your lifetime. It's not just about health; it's about quality of life. Dogs deserve better than cardboard with vitamins sprayed on, masquerading as food. They deserve real, nourishing meals that reflect the natural diet they evolved to thrive on.
Investing in your dog's diet is investing in their future well-being. By opting for fresh, nutritious food, you're not only enhancing their health but also enriching their daily experience. Let's reconsider what we feed our furry companions, opting for quality over convenience, and in doing so, ensure they live longer, happier lives, as nature intended.
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Beware of the prescription dog food scam. Contrary to its name, prescription dog food is not a cure-all—it's merely overpriced commercial food with the same harmful ingredients found in regular dog food.
This so-called "prescription" food contains toxins, harmful bacteria, and heavy metals like mercury and arsenic. It offers no real medicinal value and won't solve your dog's health issues. You'll know if you look at the ingredients, they are no different from the ingredients in regular kibble.
Imagine if your doctor prescribed instant noodles for a digestive problem—you'd question their sanity.
Just as fresh, nutritious food aids in human recovery from illness, the same principle applies to dogs. Providing fresh food to your dog during times of illness can significantly support their recovery process.
Feed real food. A fresh diet can be therapeutic if planned accordingly.
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Your dog's skin is a crucial indicator of its overall health. Skin issues, like rashes or itching, aren't just surface-level problems—they're signals of deeper issues within your dog's body, often stemming from gut health.
Rather than viewing a rash as the problem itself, understand it as a symptom of internal imbalance. Simply treating the rash with medication masks the underlying issue, potentially causing further harm in the long run.
Instead of relying on medication, consider dietary changes as a holistic solution. A fresh, species appropriate, homemade diet can strengthen your dog's immune system and promote a healthier microbiome, addressing the root cause of skin problems.
Consulting a holistic practitioner or a dog nutritionist for a tailored diet plan is a smarter, more sustainable approach than simply medicating symptoms. By prioritizing your dog's nutrition, you're not only addressing skin issues but also fostering overall well-being and longevity.
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"Superfoods" have garnered quite the reputation, hailed for their abundance of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, and potential cancer-fighting properties. However, while foods like Greek yogurt, blueberries, pumpkin, kale, chia seeds, kelp, and spirulina may offer nutritional benefits, it's important to approach them with realistic expectations.
Despite the hype, superfoods aren't magical cure-alls. Relying solely on these foods to safeguard against chronic diseases and health issues is unrealistic. Moreover, simply sprinkling superfoods onto a poor diet won't yield the desired health outcomes.
Instead, think of superfoods as complementary additions to a fresh species appropriate diet. Incorporating nutrient-dense foods can certainly enhance overall health, but they're most effective when integrated into a foundation of fresh, healthy feeding. Be wary of marketing ploys that tout a single ingredient as a panacea for all health concerns.
So, next time you're tempted to reach for a bag of superfoods or a product boasting their inclusion, pause for thought. While adding nutrient-rich foods to your dog's bowl is beneficial, remember that sustainable health comes from a holistic approach to nutrition.
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We're thrilled to introduce our two new products: budget-friendly air-dried chicken and buffalo meals. Both options come in four different quantities. These meals are conveniently in powder form, allowing for quick rehydration in water.
Our meals contain an impressive 85% pure meat protein, free from any skin, carcass, or other scraps. With each 3kg of our meal equivalent to 12kg of fresh food, it provides enough sustenance for a 15kg dog for approximately 30 days. All ingredients are listed in order from highest to lowest quantity.
For those prioritizing top-tier quality, we recommend our freeze-dried meals. With superior food preservation technology, minimal nutrient loss, and retained taste and aroma, it's a premium option worth considering.
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5. Opt for Chicken Feet and Necks: Chicken feet and necks are affordable yet nutritious additions to your dog's bowl. These parts are rich in collagen, glucosamine, and chondroitin, which support joint health and overall well-being.
6. But meat on the bone: This is a lot cheaper than buying boneless meat. Cook the meat with the bones, separate the meat from the bones, discard the cooked bones or make bone meal with them, use the broth and the meat. If you are on a very tight budget, you can alternate between the broth and the meat from the broth.
7. Eggs: Easiest to source and easy on the pocket. Just adding an egg to the diet can
By incorporating these budget-friendly alternatives into your dog's diet, you can ensure they receive the essential nutrients they need to thrive without compromising on quality.
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When considering alternatives to feeding cheap, low-quality dog food, there are several budget-friendly options to ensure your furry friend receives adequate nutrition:
1. Enhance the Bowl: Incorporate at least 10-20% real, high-quality ingredients into your dog's meal. Regardless of the base diet, adding fresh, nutritious ingredients can significantly improve its overall quality.
2. Bulk Meat Sourcing: Consider forming a group with nearby pet owners to collectively purchase meat in bulk from a supplier or wholesaler. Even if you can only add a small amount of meat to your dog's diet, it's a vast improvement over feeding low-quality food.
3. Utilize Organs: Incorporating organs such as liver, kidney, and heart into your dog's diet can provide essential nutrients at a lower cost. Aim to add around 10-20% organs to the bowl to enhance nutritional diversity and density.
4. Include Fish: Fish is often readily available in many cities and can be a valuable addition to your dog's diet. Even adding 1-2 small fish to the bowl can offer nutritional benefits. Consider cooking and grinding the fish into a paste, then freezing it in small batches for convenient use.
To be continued...
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Does this mean that expensive food is better? It depends. When in doubt, flip the bag over and check the ingredients. Good quality dog food will always have meat listed as the first ingredient. The quality of meat might vary from brand to brand but meat is highly digestible and palatable for dogs making it a great source of protein. Meat by-product could mean anything, make sure that the brands have listed exactly what is added in their meals. Paying extra for good dog food can help especially if your dog has preexisting health conditions.
Grain and filler free options are great for dogs as they will mostly contain meat and a small portion of plant matter. A lot of fresh food brands will also have add-on's that are beneficial for health - Turmeric, blueberries, flax seeds are a few examples.
Good quality dog food will also be free of any food coloring, preservatives, synthetic vitamins and minerals. If you can't pronounce the ingredients, don't buy it. Real food has real ingredients that do not need to be listed as complicated jargons.
Beware of dog food brands that are expensive just because of their fancy packaging or because the meal is "enriched" with some ingredients. These are marketing gimmicks that are used to make the consumer spend more on junk.
Real natural ingredients that are species appropriate for dogs are unfortunately not on par with kibble prices. It would be an unrealistic expectation to purchase real dog food at kibble prices. If you can afford it and you find well meaning brands that use real ingredients, you know that food is worth the price.
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Let's crunch some numbers, shall we? Take a brand of kibble that sells at 250/kg. The brand boasts "high in chicken and vegetables" in its recipe. For simplicity, let's take the approximate cost of 1kg of chicken (with bones) at INR 180, acknowledging that actual costs may vary.
Now, 80% of 1kg is 800g, so the cost of the chicken portion alone comes to INR 144. For the remaining 20%, let's conservatively estimate the cost of vegetables at just INR 10. This brings our total ingredient cost to INR 154. However, we're not factoring in manufacturing, packaging, labor, or marketing costs yet.
Adding 18% GST (Goods and Services Tax) to the INR 154, we get INR 27.72, bringing our total to INR 181.72. Rounding up, we have INR 182. So, if we subtract this from the assumed price of INR 250/kg, we're left with INR 68.
It's essential to note that this calculation only accounts for fresh material costs without considering the dehydrated quantity of the end product or additional expenses involved in production. Even if we adjust the chicken quantity to 40%, the numbers still don't add up.
Does this even make sense?
So, what does this mean? It suggests that the chicken included in the meal is likely of low quality, comprising waste parts like skin, beaks, or dried-up carcasses, or even sourced from diseased or deceased poultry. Alternatively, the chicken content may be minimal, with the protein requirement met using cheaper, lower-quality ingredients like corn or soy.
In essence, while the packaging may tout a high chicken content, the reality is often far from it. This practice underscores the importance of scrutinizing ingredient lists and opting for transparent, high-quality pet food options to ensure that our dogs receive the nutrition they deserve.
To be continued...
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