Healthy nutrition for pets

In this pet guide I’d like to walk you through the basics of making sure our non-speaking friends get the right food.

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Consult a vet

Before making any major changes to your pet’s diet, it is always advisable to consult a veterinarian. Each animal has specific nutritional needs, depending on age, breed, weight and state of health. A specialist can help you choose the best diet based on your pet’s individual needs. What works for your friends’ or acquaintances’ companions won’t always work for your pet.

Choose quality food

The quality of pet food is crucial. Read labels carefully and opt for foods that contain real, nutritional ingredients. Avoid products that contain large amounts of fillers or artificial flavors. Foods with adequate meat and vegetable content will provide your pet with essential proteins, vitamins and minerals in quantities that cover nutritional needs based on age, size, breed and physical activity level.

Follow the appropriate portions

In the case of commercially prepared foods, find product information to prevent overfeeding or underfeeding, inappropriate approaches to nutrition that can lead to health problems. In collaboration with your veterinarian, determine the correct portions for your pet based on his activity level and metabolism. A healthy weight helps avoid problems related to obesity or underweight. For example, large dogs, which are overweight and have insufficiently developed muscles in relation to the skeleton, can overload their joints and therefore various locomotor disorders appear over time.

Variation and moderation

A varied diet can ensure that your pet receives all the nutrients it needs. Combine dry and wet food or feed him different types of protein to avoid monotony. However, maintain a moderate approach to prevent digestive disorders and avoid inappropriate and difficult to manage behaviors. Nutrition education happens quickly and never ends.

Avoid forbidden foods

Many human foods can be toxic to pets. Chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic and dairy products can cause serious health problems. It is important to inform yourself about prohibited foods and strictly avoid them. Be cautious!

Constant hydration

Make sure your pet always has access to fresh, clean water. Adequate hydration is essential for your body to function properly and maintain kidney health. Water containing pathogenic bacteria or even strains of some ubiquitous and non-pathogenic bacteria in general can lead to the onset of digestive disorders that are difficult to manage.

Pet nutrition is a vital aspect of the care and love we give to our dumb friends. This way we ensure that they live a healthy and happy life with us.