5 Diet Dog Food Secrets
Keep Your Dog Lean
Diet dog food can be a great way to help your dog loose weight. Because of this, more and more companies are coming out with diet dog food products and they are easier to find on store shelves too.
The reason for the increase in number of reduced calorie pet products is because up to 40% of the pets in the United States are obese. Pets that are overweight are prone to more diseases like heart problems, liver problems, and respiratory problems.
So if you're worried about your dog's weight, here are some diet dog food tips to help you.
1. Look for a product that is made by the same manufacturer as your current dog food. Most pet food manufacturers also make a reduced calorie dog food as well. By sticking with the same company, the new diet should have a very similar taste and your dog should not have been any problem eating the new food.
2. If you're wondering how much of the new food to feed, read the instructions on the side of the bag. Most people feed way too much food which ends up making their pets obese. Precisely measure how much food your dogs are eating every day with a measuring cup.
3. Just like you should see a doctor before you go on a diet your dog should also see their veterinarian. Weight loss that is too rapid can be harmful to your dog's health. Aim for a weight loss rate that is slow and steady.
4. Diet combined with exercise is the best way to lose weight not only for people, but for pets as well. By increasing your pet's metabolism and lean muscle mass you can help them to loose weight even faster.
5. Although it is always tempting to give your dog table scraps you should not do it when they are on a diet. Table scraps are the worst types of food that you could be feeding you dog because they're usually high in calories.
If you put your dog on a diet dog food and follow these five tips, then you should be well on your way to having a lean and athletic dog.
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Taste of the Wild Dry Dog Food, Hi Prairie Canine Formula with Roasted Bison & Venison, 30-Pound Bag List Price: $65.19 Sale Price: $42.99  |
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Diamond Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine with Roasted Bison & Venison 30 Lb. |
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Newman's Own Organics Adult Dog Food Formula, 12.5-Pound Bag List Price: $30.02 Sale Price: $22.46 |
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Newman's Own Organics Adult Dog Food Chicken & Rice Formula is a new holistic formula based on the newest concept in animal nutrition. |
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Diamond Naturals Dry Food for Adult Dog, Beef and Rice Formula, 40 Pound Bag List Price: $31.79 Sale Price: $25.92 |
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Beef protein provides optimal nutrition for dogs that prefer the taste of beef, or are sensitive to chicken or corn. Diamond Naturals Beef Meal & Rice Adult Formula Dry Dog Food provides guaranteed levels of vitamin E and selenium ensure that your dog is receiving optimum antioxidant nutrition, while Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids keep the skin and coat healthy and shiny. |
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Blue Buffalo Wilderness Grain Free Dry Dog Food, Duck Recipe, 24-Pound Bag List Price: $50.99 Sale Price: $49.99 |
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BLUE Wilderness is a high-protein, low carbohydrate food that contains a higher concentration of the delicious duck you know your dog will love. Inspired by the diet of wolves, true omnivores whose endurance is legendary, BLUE Wilderness is specially formulated by animal nutritionists... |
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Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul Dry Dog Food for Adult Dog, 35 Pound Bag List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $37.99 |
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Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul brand dog and cat foods rely on the best of the best when it comes to formulations for your pet...and we know you want the best for your pet, too. That's why we use chelated minerals in all our formulas. |
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Blue Buffalo Dry Food for Small Breed Dogs, Chicken and Rice Recipe, 15-Pound Bag List Price: $30.99 Sale Price: $30.99 |
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Small breed dogs love our tasty chicken, and it provides them with essential amino acids they need every day. Wholesome Whole Grains: Hearty whole grains like brown rice, barley and oats supply the complex carbohydrates that your small breed dog needs for energy... |
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Diamond Naturals Dry Food for Adult Dogs, Chicken and Rice Formula, 40 Pound Bag List Price: $36.99 Sale Price: $30.84 |
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The 26% protein and 16% fat formula will provide your dog with the nutrients necessary for optimal health and an active life. Diamond Naturals Chicken & Rice Adult Formula Dry Dog Food contains guaranteed levels of vitamin E and selenium to ensure that your dog is receiving optimum antioxidant nutrition, and crunchy kibble helps clean teeth and reduce plaque. |
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Blue Buffalo Wilderness Grain Free Dry Dog Food, Salmon Recipe, 24-Pound Bag List Price: $50.99 Sale Price: $49.99 |
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BLUE Wilderness is a high-protein, low carbohydrate food that contains a higher concentration of the delicious salmon you know your dog will love. Inspired by the diet of wolves, true omnivores whose endurance is legendary, BLUE Wilderness is specially formulated by animal nutritionists... |
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Natural Balance Dry Dog Food, Grain Free Limited Ingredient Diet Venison and Sweet Potato Recipe, 28 Pound Bag List Price: $54.99 Sale Price: $54.99 |
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Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diets Sweet Potato & Venison Dry Dog Food is our New Formula made specifically for dogs and puppies prone to allergies. |
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Natural Balance Dry Dog Food, Ultra Premium Formula, 30 Pound Bag List Price: $47.99 Sale Price: $47.99 |
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Natural Balance "Ultra Premium" is for all breeds and all life stages. Made with three quality meats (no by-products): fresh chicken, duck and lamb meal, an optimum source of highly digestible protein... |
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