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What's the best wet dog food? Is Canidae a good brand choice?

Canidae is an OK brand, but seems to be more about marketing unnecessary ingredients rather than tailoring food to the dogs specific life stage. It is nutritionally adequate though, which is the most important thing. I would have to evaluate the specific product in question to have more of an opinion about it. The truth about most of these foods is that their claims usually amount to nothing more than that of a fad diet (i.e. paleo or atkins) and are not supported by sufficient evidence (even though they will make it sound like it is). As scientifically trained practitioners, us vets prefer to offer evidenced based treatment and the same goes for feeding suggestions. The most important thing on that bag is a tiny bit of writing under the guaranteed analysis called the AAFCO statement. This statement tells you what actual research went into making the product. Below is a link to an article that will help explain this more and give some other info about feeding your dog: https://

Best food for my 6-year-old Dachshund? Is Canidae Pure okay?

The truth is that neither are very specific for dachshunds, or small breeds. They are both good in that they provide maintenance nutrition - which means that they are not formulated to be high in calories. The most important thing you want from a food is that it is low in calories and doesn't cause Gizmo to get obese. Lower back problems and other orthopedic problems are a concern with older dachshunds. Keeping them lean is the best way to avoid orthopedic problems in the future. I think it's fine to keep feeding him the Canidae if he likes it and tolerates it well. You will want to consider switching to a senior food when he reaches seven years of age. These diets are formulated with even less calories to match the decrease in activity that often happens around that age. For more information about finding the best food for Gizmo, I recommend you read the information at the link below. https://www.petcoach.co/article/what-to-look-for-when-choosing-your-pet-s-food/ I hope

What dog food ensures my dog gets all the nutrients they need?

There is no one "best" dog food. Choose a brand that is easy for you to get, one that Opie will eat and one that doesn't cause GI upset or other issues. If you can find a food that satisifes these 3 things, that's the one to feed. Stay away from store or discount brands. They typically contain low quality ingredients and more fillers. Premium brands include Canidae, Orijen and Acana. The website www.dogfoodadvisor.com is an excellent resource for comparing diets. Always transition to a new diet slowly to prevent stomach upset.

How do I choose the right dog food and treats for my dog's needs?

Unfortunately, there is no one "best" food or treat for Snickers. There are higher quality diets such as Acana, Royal Canin, Canidae and a few others. The key to choosing a diet for your dog is to find one that he will eat, that doesn't cause any GI upset and is easy for you to buy. Choose a diet with a named protein source over diets with by-products and meat meals. Also, stay away from store or discount brands as these typically contain low quality ingredients and more fillers. The website www.dogfoodadvisor.com is an excellent resource for comparing diets.

Is Orijen or Acana dog food safe for my dog despite many ingredients?

Orijen and Acana are considered "premium" diets. Either is an excellent choice to feed Chloe. If she is eating something different, make the switch gradually (over 7-10 days) to prevent gastrointestinal upset.