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Hi there. I normally recommend feeding a food like Royal Canin, Iams, or Purina. These companies have a great deal of research behind their diets to prove that they are complete and balanced, and provide appropriate nutrition for whatever age or life stage the food is labeled for - puppies, adult dogs, seniors, etc. There is no particular benefit to feeding a grain-free diet unless your dog happens to be allergic to some type of grain, which isn't very common - most food allergies in dogs are to proteins such as chicken, beef, etc. If you think that Gary has food allergies, you may want to talk to your veterinarian about doing a diet trial with a prescription hypoallergenic diet such as Purina HA or Hills z/d.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
These are questions that really depend on your individual dog, as well as your needs. Most owners try to look for foods that don't have a lot of fillers, IE animal byproducts, too many grains, non-natural ingredients, etc. Ingredients are listed by their volume, so the ones at the top of the list are in a higher quantity than the lower, however the same ingredient may be broken down into different parts and listed several times. Grains and wheat are a good source of energy and carbohydrates, however some dogs do have allergies or issues with digesting them, so they should be avoided if this is the case with your own dog. All commercial dog foods have to meet AAFCO guidelines for nutrition, so making sure the food you choose has a statement that it meets those guidelines is good.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Yes, you are correct that there is concern that no grain foods may potentially linked to heart disease, and the FDA is now investigating that. Personally, I recommend feeding Gypsy Royal Canin, Hill's Science Diet, Purina ProPlan, or Iams. I feed my own dogs Iams and they love it. I hope this helps!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Every dog is a little different and you may have to experiment a bit to find the food that Roscoe tolerates the best. I don't know what your budget is, or what is specifically available in your area, but here are a few brand options: Natural Balance Taste of the Wild Merrick Canidae Most of these brands offer grain free treats as well. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! You have probably noticed the very large variety of diets available in the market. I personally prefer the Purina Pro Plan and Hill's diets as they are palatable and also good in terms of ingredients. Both of these companies have their own puppy diets. There is currently no strong scientific evidence that grains are harmful and should be avoided so I do not really pay attention to that. Good luck!
Updated on August 12th, 2025