For more details on the most popular brands from above, see our guides to Bakers, Burns, Harringtons, Hill's and Royal Canin dog food.

After processing, this item would probably account for a smaller part of the total content of the finished product. Raw dog food might not be suitable for all dogs (or owners): 11% of those who tried their dog on raw food said they wouldn’t do it again. Some of the reasons mentioned included that it was too messy or smelly, or concerns about contamination.However, when you consider the protein-boosting effect of the lentils, pea protein, peas, brewers yeast and flaxseed, this looks like the profile of a dry product containing just a notable amount of meat. Our Rating of Wag Dry Dog Food On a day-to-day basis, ensure you're feeding your pooch the correct amount by measuring out each meal on weighing scales. A few extra bits of kibble might not seem like a lot, but it can massively contribute to weight gain. Wagg Complete Dry Puppy Food is a complete diet for healthy puppies of all breeds, which contains 28% protein. It is made to support a healthly digestive system by addedfibre and mannan oligosaccharides (a prebiotic). Also supports your puppy's immune system by added antioxidant vitamins A, E & C and citrus extracts. The main ingredient is cereals - not very digestible for dogs - diets with a meat main ingredient are much healthier. The next biggest ingredient is 'meat and animal derivatives'which means various meats and animal body parts - not the best meat source. The diet contains no artificial colourants or flavours, but does include preservatives. Overall, the diet is complete so has everything your pet needs, but some ingredients may not be digestible enough and the diet does not have a recipe as good as other brands.

Costs are based on an average medium dog (10-25kg), such as a French bulldog, on a simple dry-food diet. Medium dog: monthly food costsNo specific vegetables other than peas have been named so you’re never sure what they’re going to be eating and what on earth does ‘derivatives of vegetable origin’ mean? Right at the end, we see citrus and yucca which we know is to help with breath and flatulence so at least there’s that. The experts we spoke to don't advise DIY homemade dog food. This is because it can be extremely difficult to put together a balanced, homemade diet for your pet, so it's generally not recommended, unless it's supervised by a vet. Can I my dog have a vegetarian diet? Advice: Who likes cereal without milk? Always provide plenty of clean fresh water for your dog too! First, we find salmon oil. Salmon oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA type of omega-3 fatty acids. These two high quality fats boast the highest bio-availability to dogs and humans. Some denounce beet pulp as an inexpensive filler while others cite its outstanding intestinal health and blood sugar benefits.

What’s more noteworthy here is that brewers yeast contains about 48% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food. Dry foods are usually the most economical, and easiest for you to feed and store. Owners who feed wet food should monitor their pet's teeth, as it can predispose them to dental disease. In any case, unless your dog is specifically allergic to it, yeast can still be considered a nutritious additive. If you currently feed any treats, use part of your dogs daily food allowance instead and leave the treats out. Whether the food you choose is grain-free, raw, hypoallergenic or just a simple kibble, commercial-grade dog food that meets UK Pet Food guidelines is nutritionally sound.Wind, bad breath, fur & teeth benefits?A healthy coat and skin is aided by omega 3 and 6. Yucca and fibre in the diet help limit wind. Dry food helps ‘clean' the teeth and avoid bad breath. From dry and wet dog food to raw, there are hundreds of options available, and it can be hard to work out what’s actually best for your pet. As a group, the brand features an average protein content of 34% and a mean fat level of 16%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 42% for the overall product line. The PAW report also estimated that around half of the overweight and obese dogs had health issues which could be related to their weight. Some pets have specific nutritional needs based on clinically identified issues, and they should eat diets appropriate to their needs under veterinary supervision.

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To find out which are the best and worst dog food brands, in November 2021 we surveyed 1,564 Which? members who had bought dog food recently and asked about their experiences with their chosen brand.