Why Feed raw food over commercial dog kibble?
One of the most controversial topics in the pet space - Raw food vs Kibble!
Below we discuss why we consider Raw food better over commercial dog food, in particular kibble.
When it comes to your dog, you want to feed them as healthy and the best meal as you possible can. For most pet owners, their furry pup is like a member of the family, so would you feed other members of your family only unhealthy foods or an unbalanced diet? So if the answer is no, why would you sacrifice quality and nutrition when it comes to your pup?
Unfortunately, most commercial dog food does just that… sacrifices quality and balanced nutrition, at the expense of you and your dog. A healthy diet equals a healthy (and long) life!
KIBBLE (or Canned Food) -
Did you know Kibble can be quite dehydrating for your dog? It has been linked to bloat as well as other health problems in both dogs.
Ever wonder how kibble is actually made? Kibble (dry dog food) is exposed to extreme high heat during the production phase. Extreme heat causes a loss in the nutritional value, in some cases destroying up to 75% of nutrients and vitamins.
Canned food is a bit more considered “fresh”, and less heat is used to create it, increasing its nutritional value but many fillers when reviewing labels are noted- nothing beats real (fresh) food.
Whether it’s lightly cooked or raw, these forms offer a MUCH higher nutrition option\ for your pup and should be weighed carefully against the kibble brands you choose if you want to feed your pet the healthiest diet available.
RAW FOOD -
A raw diet more closely mirrors the diet of our dog’s ancestors. Due to the high protein content and readily available vitamins and minerals found in raw meat, bones and organs, dogs on a raw diet are satisfied and stay full longer after meals.
However please note, feeding simply only meat is not sufficient for your pup and requires a few added elements into their diet such as vegetables and carbohydrates which we at Nino's Dog Food include into all our meals.
(Please refer to our blog - "Can my dog eat vegetables?" for added information.)
WHY CHOOSE NINO'S DOG FOOD?
We believe in providing a raw, natural, human grade diet that supports optimal pet health.
There are many benefits to switching to a raw diet including: a healthier shiny coat, smaller, less frequent and less odorous stools, improved digestion, increased energy, cleaner teeth, improved hydration, potential improvement in allergy symptoms and the list goes on.
When you feed your pet Nino's Dog Food, you can be confident you are providing them with the best source of nutrition. Every bowl is made with natural human grade ingredients. They will thank you for making the switch and you will have peace of mind knowing you are providing them with the best.
KEY TAKEAWAY -
This information may be startling, to say the least, but this is not to scare you away from feeding your furry friend his pet food (whichever type you may chose)!
What you should take away from all of this information is how important it is to take the time to do research on what the best option is for your pet. This is why you should always check the labels and ingredients of the dog food that you choose to buy, and try to find the meal that truly values animal life. They are out there! Educate yourselves, knowledge is power.
Stay away from the cheaper brands that rely on fillers and by-product meats to keep costs low.
Strive to make the health of your dog top priority and purchase the highest quality food that you can reasonably afford- we would do it for our children, why will our dogs be any different.
Now is your chance to provide the best for your dog- if you require any further information please reach out to Nino’s Dog Food