All dogs need proper nutrition, but picking the right food can be a daunting task. You must choose between dry food and wet food for your dog in addition to the hundreds of commercial dog food brands available.
Many dog owners choose dry food for price and convenience. However, because of the potential health advantages, more and more owners are feeding wet food. In this article, we’ll examine the benefits of feeding wet food as opposed to dry food.
The Truth About Dog Food and Dental Health
Nevertheless, I should have mentioned that kibble can be better for your dog’s teeth than canned food.
But it’s hard for me to believe that silly rumor given my own professional background.
Find out for yourself. To discover the startling reality, make sure to read “Dry Dog Food and the Myth of Cleaner Teeth.”
Why Canned Dog Food Can Be Better Than Kibble
Canine food in cans can be superior to kibble in many ways. They typically contain more meat protein than their dry counterparts.
And they’re made with fewer carbohydrates, too.
Additionally, canned dog foods contain no synthetic preservatives due to their airtight packaging. Therefore, fats and oils that are sealed inside of cans don’t easily go rancid.
And no artificial flavorings and colorings.
With cans, meat ingredients are closer to their natural state. So, canned products are more palatable — and more appetizing.
Playtime perks
It’s no secret that dogs can become extremely restless, and they don’t even have phones to keep them occupied.
That’s where puzzle toys come in. If you buy your dog one of these interactive toys, you can entice them and “keep them engaged and entertained” by placing dry food or treats inside, says Whittenburg.
Wet dog food can be canned or semi-moist. Before “varying amounts of water are extracted (or added),” their ingredients are combined and cooked, according to Whittenburg.
As a result, canned food has a super high-water content — about 78 percent based on Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) regulations (unless it’s labeled as a “stew,” “in sauce,” or “in gravy” — those can have up to 87.5 percent).
Compared to the dry stuff, wet dog food usually has:
Vets might recommend wet food due to its:
Fido feeling thirsty? (Omg no, not for the neighbor’s dog.)
Wet food might be the fix your pal needs. According to Whittenburg, the extremely high water content of wet food is “beneficial for both hydration and satiety.”