A diet that is too high in fat can lead to weight gain, bad poppy’s, joint pain and other health problem. On the other hand, a diet that is too low in fat can cause your dog to lose muscle mass, is linked to heart heath, skin health and vitamin absorptions. The key is to feed the proper amount of healthy fats for your dog’s health. Here are a few tips on how to make the switch to a more balanced diet for your dog using Raw dog food recipes.
Switch Your Dog to a More Balanced Diet
1. Talk to OurPet Nutrition Specialist
The first step in switching your dog to a more balanced diet is to talk to our Nutrition Expert. They will be able to recommend the best course of action for your dog based on their age, activity level, and any health conditions they may have.
2. Do Your Research
Not all dog foods are created equal. If you insist on sticking to a ultra-processed food then do your research and read the labels on the food you are considering before making a purchase. You want to look for a food that has 2 or 3 meats with in the top 5 ingredients and does not contain any by products, fillers or artificial ingredients. As a side note, it doesn’t need to be a all or nothing, you can add fresh food into your dogs dry food for better option.
3. Start Slow
When you switch your dog’s food, it is important to do so slowly so their stomach can adjust. Start by mixing the new food with their old food, gradually increasing the amount of new food until they are only eating the new food. This process should take about 2 weeks. However, for puppies switching to fresh can almost be immediate. For more on transitioning your dog to a fresh diet visit our website.
4. Monitor Their Weight
Once you have switched your dog to the new food, monitor their weight closely. If they start losing weight, increase the amount of food you are giving them. If they start gaining weight, decrease the amount of food you are giving them.
In the end
A balanced diet is important for both humans and animals alike. If you think your dog could benefit from switching to a more balanced diet that includes fresh food, be sure to do your research before making any changes. Making the switch slowly will help their stomachs adjust, and monitoring their weight afterwards will help ensure they are getting the right amount of food.