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Kara Murphy
|July 09, 2021
Dog food seems like such a simple thing, but all of the choices available can be overwhelming when deciding what your pal should eat. One of the comparisons you'll confront starting out is wet vs. dry dog food.
First, consider your dog's overall health, age, and behavioral needs. Both types of food are good choices, but it's important to look at the benefits of each to decide which is right for your dog.
Wet dog food, or often times referred to as canned dog food, is a great source of things you don't often get as much of in dry. This includes:
Dry dog food is packed with nutrients, and well known for being:
A third option is to choose both wet and dry foods. You can do this by mixing the foods together in the same bowl, giving dry in the morning and wet in the evening (or vice-versa) or by giving them wet food as a "treat" for exceptional behavior. Just make sure you're not increasing your dog's caloric intake when mixing these foods, especially if he's on a weight management plan.
Keep in mind you should avoid mixing different brands, especially if your dog is on a therapeutic food. Hill's Pet Nutrition foods are specially formulated to meet the needs of your pet, and by mixing different brands you can dilute the precise balance of Hill's nutrition.
If you have any concerns at all about your dog's health or about whether your dog should be eating dry or wet dog food, ask your vet.
Whatever you decide to do as you compare wet vs. dry dog food, make sure you follow these guidelines in changing your dog's food for the smoothest transition. It's also okay to let your dog tell you which type of food he prefers. When you first start them out on a new food regimen you monitor their feeding habits to see if he gravitates to one over the other. Just be sure to not change food too quickly or too frequently as it could upset their digestive system. Also, ensure the food you choose is balanced and meets the nutrient needs of your dog's health considerations.
Kara Murphy is a freelance writer and pet parent who lives in Erie, Pa. She has a goldendoodle named Maddie.
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