Debunking Myths About Dogs’ Diet
In this age when misinformation is rampant, it’s wise for us to be critical thinkers. Not all the pieces of information that we read are necessarily the truth.
Pawrents, is what you know about dog nutrition fact or fiction?
Read on to find out:
— Are all grains nutritious for dogs?
— Are all insects bad for dogs?
— Should dogs eat an all-meat diet?
— Does a high-protein diet cause kidney failure in dogs?
By reading this article, you get to unlearn some myths about dog nutrition and broaden your horizons. Let’s get started, shall we?
1. Myth: All Grains Are Nutritious For Dogs
Fact: Certain grains (e.g. corn meal & wheat gluten) are cheap fillers in pet food with little nutritional value.
They’re low-cost ingredients that aren’t biologically appropriate for dogs. For example, numerous dogs have trouble digesting corn meal, which is typically made from nutritionally poor, mass-produced corn. Cornmeal is still widely used because it’s a cheap binding agent for dog food. Canines would be far better off if higher-quality ingredients instead of cheap fillers are used.
Recommended products:
-Brit Care Grain-free Dog Dry Food 3kg- the tailored superpremium choice
Brit Care‘s superpremium dog dry food is grain-free. This product series provides tailored complete nutrition for dogs in varying developmental stages, doing a superb job in meeting their various nutritional needs.
-Naturea Chicken Puppy Dry Food 2kg- the biologically appropriate, grain-free choice
Naturea has been working tirelessly to create food that perfectly matches dogs’ nutritional needs (naturally appropriate food). As such, its puppy dry food is loaded with fresh meat and is completely free from potentially harmful grains such as corn, wheat, and soy.
2. Myth: Insects Are Bad For Dogs.
Fact: Yes, certain insects (e.g. cockroaches, caterpillars & crickets) will poison your dog.
So do everything you can to stop your furkid from eating these deadly insects. For example, if you spot a cricket when you’re walking your dog, keep a distance from it to prevent accidental consumption by your fur-baby.
Nonetheless, other insects can be nutritious snacks for your doggie (e.g. black soldier flies). For example, the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), approved the use of dried black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) in adult dog food in 2021. That’s why insect-based pet food has been becoming increasingly mainstream today.
Did you know that some experts even predict that insect-based pet food is the future? Click here to read more.
Recommended product:
Brit Care Crunchy Cracker Insects- Crunch your way into health
Brit Care’s highly-digestible insect-based treats contain 26% insect protein from black soldier fly larvae and other wholesome ingredients. They are also rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid content which promote shiny skin, helping your dog look and feel good.
3. Myth: All Meat, All Day, Every Day
Fact: Dogs aren’t carnivores although they are direct descendants of wolves. Contrary to popular belief, they are actually omnivores.
Dogs generally thrive on a diet with plenty of meat. However, feeding your dog a 100% meat diet is not wise because it may have a nutritional gap. Many dogs benefit from the vitamins and minerals from fruits and vegetables (nutrients unavailable in meat). So, fruits and veggies make pawsome snacks for your beloved pet.
Recommended product:
Kelly&Co Freeze-Dried Raw Dinner Dog Food with Mixed Fruites and Vegetables 156g- Supercharging your dog’s nutrition the natural way
Kelly & co’s freeze-dried dog food is made of meat and ground bone (78-93% animal protein) with mixed organic fruits and vegetables. Since the fruits and veggies are farmed without using artificial chemicals (e.g. fertilisers & pesticides), they lower your furbaby’s exposure to toxins, empowering dogs to feel their best.
4. Myth: High-protein Diets Cause Kidney Failure In Dogs
Fact: There’s little evidence-based medical research to suggest that you can preserve canine kidney health by avoiding an excessive protein intake.
On the contrary, protein is the building blocks for your dog’s body to function properly. And eating a protein-rich diet is often beneficial for senior pets.
Recommended product:
Brit Care Mono Protein 400g- Fuelling your dog the protein-rich way
Brit Care’s mono protein dog wet food series is made up of 100% pure meat protein, supporting the immune system and repairing cells and other tissues. These 100% single-type protein food products are also safe for doggies with allergies.
We hope you learnt something new from this article. Click here to learn more about 5 interesting things you may not know about pet food.
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Written by Jolene
