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Which Kibble Is Better For Your Canine?

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The concern over food safety has led to the movement of dog owners to make their own home-made dog food. By making their own dog food known as holistic dog food, not only do they save money and are giving their dogs a nutritious and safe food source, but it is also easy to make.

Most veterinarians believe a healthy dog diet should consist of approximately 70% carbohydrates, 25% meat, and 5% vegetables and other additions. Dogs are omnivores, so they need nutrients from meat and vegetables. Other acceptable additions to home made dog food include various flours, garlic, and bonemeal

The base of the dog's diet are the carbohydrates and can come from many sources. Whole wheat flour, cornmeal, oats, soy flour and barley as well as white and brown rice are major base carbohydrates that can be used in the making of the dog food.

Meats are the next component of Holistic Dog Food. Try to choose healthy, quality proteins like lean chicken, fish, beef, or even egg whites. Many dog owners who make their own Holistic Dog Food find that grinding the meat makes the process much easier.

To ensure your dog receives all the nutrients he needs, many other foods can be added to dog food. Vegetables like carrots, potatoes, celery, corn, and spinach are all healthy additions. Dog owners who want to make organic dog food should check to see what organic options for produce are available. It is always a good idea to grind the vegetables to aid in your dog's digestion process. Small amounts of garlic are also a good option because it can help keep fleas away. Bonemeal or dehydrated milk can be added as a calcium boost.

By combining the components with a little bit of water and cooking until the protein is done throughout, your dog food can be made at home. An easy to make recipe takes one cup cornmeal, one fourth of a cup of ground chicken, a tablespoon of ground carrots, and a little sprinkle of bonemeal combined and cooked in a saucepan with a half a cup of water. Most dog food recipes can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Certain items must be avoided when making the food for your dog. Caffeine bearing products such as chocolate have been known to cause seizures in dogs. Certain spices may affect dogs who are sensitive as well as grapes, raisins, avocados, and onions which may cause harm to the dog's health.

By making your own dog food, you can ensure safety and nutrition and make a change in the dogs lifespan, weight, and energy level. A veterinarian should be aware of this process and help assist with any special considerations when making the food. This method of feeding your dog home-made food will keep your dog healthy and your pockets full.

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