At the bottom
of the dog food formula list there are some freeze dried ingredients and these make up the spray coating used on this product.
Many dog food companies offer different
types of dog food formulas which are specifically designed to be fed to dogs that are of a certain age.
Dog food companies get that and are providing a rich and, it might seem at times, overwhelming
range of dog food formulas based on hard nutritional science and complex ingredient panels.
Though it's generally recommended to feed your dog the best quality dog food that you can afford, you may have to take the
price of a dog food formula into consideration.
One cause of concern though when chicken is
part of a dog food formula is the occurrence of food - based allergies in dogs which are sensitive to poultry meat.
When compared to meat - based protein, plant - based proteins are more inferior in quality however, it can boost the overall protein
content of the dog food formula.
Both of these ingredients help to increase the overall protein content
of this dog food formula though, with all three ingredients combined, it still only reaches near - average levels of protein compared to the average commercial formula.
Some dog owners are
wary of dog food formulas that contain corn gluten meal because of the risk of hypersensitivity reactions in dogs.
When inquired, Merrick's customer support reported that both veterinarians and nutritionists are consulted during the
creation of dog food formulas.
The first and oldest premium dog food company the Fromm Family have earned the reputation as a dog manufacturer leader with
many of its dog food formulas receiving between 4 and 5 star ratings on Dog Food Advisor site.
While still fairly highly recommended and of good quality, the reputation of the Blue Buffalo
line of dog food formulas has been slightly tainted due to a recall of specific products which have been suspected of containing excessive levels of Vitamin D. Although Vitamin D is an important feed nutrient, some dogs show hypersensitivity reactions to the high levels resulting in lethargy, increased water consumption and increased frequency of urination.
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In 2007, Honest Kitchen introduced new, «eco-friendly» packaging for
some of their dog food formulas.
The meat content should make up about 40 %
of the dog food formula.
The vegetables should make up a further 40 %
of the dog food formula.
It also adds to the total content
of the dog food formula.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No ratings or claims are made for the efficacy of
any of the dog food formulas listed on this page.
Potatoes = White potatoes help add to the carbohydrate content
of this dog food formula and they also add some vitamin and mineral content.
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The fact that it is listed second on the ingredients list by volume, having already been cooked, speaks to the high protein content
of this dog food formula.