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Pet care tips and advice for your furry (or scaly) friends • Ethical pet care tips and product recommendations •

DOG FOOD & DIET

A complete guide to caring for your dog through proper nutrition and mindful feeding habits.

Dogs are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and meat.

Dog Food 

The bulk of a dogs diet can be given in a variety of ways: dry kibble, wet/ canned food, homemade foods or raw diets. Its up to you what you choose to do, however it is reccomended to go with a commerical food as it is very difficult to meet all the nutritional needs of a dog when making the food yourself. 

 
A Dogs diet must meet the following requirements:


The dog food must refelct your dogs life stage:
Puppy = 0-1 year
Adult = 1-7 years
Senior= 7+ years
and any additional needs (e.g hypoallergenic) they may have.
 

Dog Eating Food

Reccomended Dog Food 

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Dogs feeding schedules vary depending on age an other factors but generally:

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Ages 0-3 months - feed 4 times a day

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Ages 3-6 months - feed 3 times a day 

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Ages 6+ - feed 2 times a day

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How much you feed your dog will depend on the food you choose and your dogs size. Check the packet to find out.

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FEEDING SCHEDULE
Dog Eating Food
SAFE AND UNSAFE FOODS FOR DOGS
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There are many 'human' foods that dogs can enjoy too. Here is a list of the safe ones you can give to your dog. Remember to give these foods in moderation to avoid upset stomachs. If you're ever unsure about your dog, contact a vet.

FRUIT

  • Apples

  • Bananas

  • Strawberries

  • Cranberries (unsweetened)

  • Raspberries

  • Watermelon (no seeds no rinds)

  • Oranges

  • Blueberries

  • Pineapple

VEGETABLES

  • Sweet potato

  • Green beans

  • Carrots

  • Cabbage

  • Broccoli

  • Cucumber

  • tomatoes (no stems or leaves as toxic)

  • Peas

DAIRY,GRAINS & PROTEINS

  • Cheese

  • Eggs (cooked)

  • Peanut butter (xylitol-free)

  • Plain Yogurt

  • Milk (small amount)

  • Plain Pasta

  • Cooked white rice

  • Plain cooked oatmeal

MEAT

  • Beef

  • Chicken

  • Lamb

  • Pork

  • Salmon (cooked)

  • Turkey

UNSAFE FOODS

  • Chocolate

  • Grapes

  • Rasins

  • Currents

  • Onions

  • Garlic

  • Chives

  • Leek

  • Xylitol (sweetener)

  • Macadamia nuts

  • Raw bread dough

  • Alcohol

  • Caffine

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