The best daily food for dogs is 100% natural, made with high-quality ingredients, zero preservatives, sugar, and fillers. It should be a balanced meal that’s high in protein, has all the essential fatty acids, and can provide soluble dietary fibres, vitamins and minerals. Ultra-processed food should be avoided because long-term exposure to its chemicals, fillers, etc. may cause sensitivities and health issues later.
Why does this matter?
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Natural food made of 100% natural, high-quality ingredients is easier to digest for dogs and makes the nutrients from the meal more bioavailable for dogs.
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Dogs usually eat one kind of food every single day for years. So, if their food is ultra-processed and full of preservatives and additives, these chemicals build up in their body and may lead to various health concerns.
What do vets generally agree on?
Natural dog food is better for digestion, keeps the gut microbiome balanced, and gives dogs the essential nutrients that they need. The better the quality of ingredients, the better the benefits for the dog. Ultra-processed food, on the other hand, is often made of low-quality ingredients like meat derivatives, by-products, and leftovers from human consumption, which are not high in nutritional value.
When to be careful?
Portion control is very important when feeding your dog. Since dogs are usually fond of natural food made with real, wholefood ingredients, they may tend to overeat. Plus, the natural food meals must be balanced properly to ensure that your dog is getting all the necessary nutrients. Eating too much of any one ingredient, say broccoli, may also cause digestive issues no matter how great the quality is. BLEP dog food comes in meal-size packs of 100 g, 200 g, and 300 g and has the proper balance of protein, fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals that dogs need.
