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Dry vs. canned food and nutritional quality..
The only real difference between the dry and canned versions of food is generally the water content. Canned foods tend to mean that you will deal with added mess and work. Dry food is, however, very good for the teeth. If you do not feed dry food at all, and even if you do, be sure to give your pet things to chew on and consider brushing their teeth. This not only saves them from having dental problems down the road, it will also save them from having to be put under anesthesia to clean their teeth thus, saving you veterinary bills.
What about nutrition? The commercially produced brands of food are complete. You do not need to add any vitamins or supplements to these diets. Before adding anything else (vitamins, minerals, milk or other liquids, etc.), please consult with your veterinarian. Some of these supplements can actually cause more harm than good.
Also, stick with the major brands of food and avoid the cheaper, generic ones. The major brands are tried and true and they fall under stricter governmental controls. Diets that are made, packaged and sold exclusively within your city or state are not as rigorously controlled. And even some of the generic brands that are made by large super store chains cannot compete with the quality and research that is put into the diets that are made by those companies that only make pet foods. So if you have never heard of a brand before, be sure you check with someone (hopefully, your veterinarian) before you purchase. |
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