Dogs are no different from people and this can very appropriately be said because dogs require same nutrition that is needed by human beings to remain healthy. It is very important for dogs to eat right food just like people do but this does not mean that they need to eat the same food that people do. The principles of dog nutrition are some very important points that have to be followed while trying to maintain the optimal health of dogs.
It is very likely for dogs to gain weight and even contact cancer which is only possible to be avoided by intake of proper food which is also the principle that is applied for human beings. Therefore the correct principles that can be used in providing correct nutrition for pets are as follows.
Super protein diet
It is not at all healthy for dogs to take in corn meal and soybeans as it is not healthy for the human beings also. The best food that can be given to dogs is puppy chow but it is only for puppies. For grown up dogs, high protein foods such as meat, eggs, fish and poultry products are best. Dog biscuits are also good snacks for dogs but it should be kept in mind that these biscuits are not made of cornmeal or soy.
Do not overdo treats
Snacks can work for the dogs in the form of dog biscuits but it should also be taken care of that the dogs are not given too much of biscuits so that the dogs remain optimally healthy.
Do not feed cookies
Cookies should not be given to dogs because they can cause a lot of damage to the health of dog. Giving some cookies occasionally is absolutely fine but this should not be done in excess. Rather dogs can be given sweets because they are harmless for the dogs but it should be remembered that the sweets should contain dietary fiber which would help the dog in maintaining its diet. Oatmeal cookies available in the market can serve as great sweet treat for dogs.
Do not over feed
Dog foods available in the market are packed and contain labels that show the correct measurement or dose of food that should be given to the dog according to its size. These labels should be taken very seriously so that the dog is not overfed.
Do not feed leftovers
It is not a good habit to feed the dog with food leftovers apart from the bones. The bones should also not be a chicken or fish bones. The fat that is left out of the steak can also be given to the dog for good health. Broccoli and sloppy joe sandwich should not be given to dogs because such foods are not healthy for dogs and at the same time feeding the dogs with leftovers can develop in them the habit of begging at the dinner table. These are some of the most basic principles of dog nutrition that dog owners should remain aware of.
