In recent years, people's living standards have gradually improved, and their spiritual life has also been pursued at a higher level. Pets have also been favored by more people, so pet food and its related industries have also prospered . So what should we pay attention to when choosing pet food?
At present, pet food on the market can be roughly divided into the following categories: pet staple food (cat food, dog food); pet snacks (canned, freshly packaged, meat strips, dried meat, etc. for cats and dogs); pet nutrition and health products (calcium, vitamins, protein and other nutritional products for cats and dogs).
As far as dogs are concerned, there are two main types of dog food, one is the finished dog food, and the other is the owner's homemade food. If the owner has a good knowledge of nutritional ratios, then it is not a bad idea to make food for the dog, or even more assured. After all, the raw materials are prepared by themselves, so they are fresher and safer. However, if there is no relevant experience in this area, it is still recommended to feed the dog food to ensure the basic nutrition of the dog and avoid nutrient deficiency or excessive nutrient elements.
Snacks are also essential, a very necessary tool in the process of dog training. Dogs are doing well, and we can treat treats as a reward. It should also be noted that many snack packaging may be relatively simple, so check whether the packaging is in good condition when purchasing. At the same time, pay attention to the production date to see if it has expired. The most important thing is to see if it has deteriorated. If it is damaged, it needs to be thrown away as soon as possible. And throw it out of the reach of the dog. If it is thrown in the trash can, the dog is likely to secretly run to the trash can and eat it.
Health care products include nutritional cream, beauty powder, calcium tablets, trace element tablets, etc. These foods cannot be fed for a long time. Health products like nutritional cream are suitable for picky eaters and frail dogs, and frequent feeding is not recommended. As for beauty products, it is also not recommended to take long-term use, and it is not good for the dog's body. As for nutritional supplements such as calcium tablets and trace element tablets, they are only suitable for dogs with special needs. For example, dogs in the rapid growth period can be fed calcium tablets to prevent bone problems.
The most important thing is not to feed pet treats too frequently in addition to the main food. When purchasing and using food for pets, it should be selected according to the pet's own physiological characteristics and growth stage, and reasonably matched and fed.