There are so many different choices when it comes to dog food that it is often difficult if not downright overwhelming to try to pick the best dog foods. While each breeder, vet and owner has their own particular brand and method of dog feeding that they recommend, there are a few simple guidelines that owners can follow. Picking the best dog food is a combination of knowing what is in the dog food as well as what are the overall dog feeding practices that work best with the particular type of food.
Types of Dog Food
There are actually four different types of dog food and they include canned, semi-moist, kibble and raw foods. Each has its own pros and cons however generally canned and semi-moist foods should not be the main source of nutrition for a dog. This is because these products are mostly water and do not add to the dietary fiber, dental health or digestive functioning of dogs. Canned and semi-moist foods are also more likely to have greater additives and preservatives, especially the lower cost foods found at pet stores and grocery stores.
Dry kibble or raw diets are the most strongly recommended by vets and breeders as the best dog food. Raw diets, also known as BARF (bones and raw foods or biologically appropriate raw foods) include lean meats, vegetables, fruits and whole grains. High quality dry kibble is also very popular as a nutritionally balanced and easy way for managing good dog feeding practices.
