Homemade Dog Food I have been a fan of homemade dog food diets for a long time. With all the news lately of tainted dog and cat food many people are now reconsidering how safe commercial dog and cat foods are for their pets. It is very easy to get started making homemade dog food. Realize that dogs need to eat the same healthy foods that we need. Quality meats, fresh vegetables, and carbohydrates make up the basics. The portions of meat, vegetable, and carbohydrates should be 40/30/30 respectively. Many people are nervous to start making meals for their dogs, but it is actually easier than you think. Almost anyone can add some cooked meat, vegetables, and rice or potatoes into a pan. Start off by picking almost any meat you choose. Turkey is often a good choice for easy digestibility, but almost any meat will do. Other choices of meat include beef, ham, chicken, or pork. Just be sure you thoroughly cook the meat until it is done. For vegetables you can just buy a frozen vegetable mix from the store. Fresh vegetables are the best and contain more nutrients, but frozen veggies are easier. Just add them to the meat after it is cooked and warm them up. For carbohydrates most people use either rice or potatoes. It doesn’t really matter unless your dog has a preference for a certain carbohydrate. For seasoning most people will add a little bit of garlic, because dogs seem to like the taste of garlic, and it is also a natural flea repellent. Be sure not to over season, because often dogs do not like a lot of seasoning and my become sick because of it. If you are currently feeding a commercial dog food slowly over the course of a couple weeks start to feed your homemade dog food. If you just switch over to a homemade dog diet right away, the dogs may not eat it, or even develop diarrhea. Another great reason to feed homemade dog food is because many dogs have food allergies. Buy feeding your dog a type of meat he hasn’t eaten before it can lessen the signs of food allergy. Proteins are often the main source of food allergies in dogs, so by changing their source of protein, you can often alleviate any signs of food allergies. After you get done cooking all of your homemade dog food, you can store it in the refrigerator for 3 to 7 days. Once you start cooking for your dog you’ll really see the benefits of a homemade dog food diet. Be sure to consult your veterinarian before starting and remember to never feed your dog chocolate. For more hommade dog food information and news on the pet food recall visit my pet website at and Dog Health Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Chris_Suckow
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Tasty Treats That Dogs Love Dogs all over the world are treated as treasured family members. Since these fabulous four legged friends deserve to be treated in the best possible manner most dog owners are anxious to know what the best possible treats are for their dogs. Here are several great ideas of treats that you could be giving to your dogs that are sure to make them very happy. There are many dog owners out there today that are extremely conscious about the health of their dog. It is for that very reason that many dogs owners have decided to start giving their dogs homemade dog treats. Homemade treats for dogs have become hugely popular over the last several years and can be located everywhere from the World Wide Web to your local coffee shop. Homemade dog treats can be anything from a simple biscuit to tasty treats that resemble things like doughnuts or even a slice of pie. Many dog owners prefer to make their own treats for their dogs, as then they know exactly what their dogs are consuming. There are tons of recipes for homemade dog treats that can be found by simply doing a search on the Internet. This can be a very fun hobby to start and your dog is sure to be a very willing taste tester. Another great gift idea for those looking for more healthful treat options for their dogs is to give them treats that they can not eat. Items like tennis balls, a piece of rope that is knotted at both ends and of course the ever popular squeaky toy can all be great treats for your dog. These types of treats can really contribute to the overall health of your beloved pet. Non-edible treats will also generally last longer then treats that your dog is able to eat. Of course the most popular type of treats for your dog are the ones that can be found at your local grocery store. Dog bones, dog biscuits and chewy treats flavored like things such as bacon can all be found at very reasonable prices. Be sure to remember what you plan to accomplish with the treats that you are purchasing or making for your dog. Do you want to help them loose weight? Are you training the to be able to do a specific task or are you just looking for something to help spoil them rotten? Knowing that will help you be in a position to select the best possible dog treat for your dog. Gray Rollins is a featured writer for www.DogTeachers.com If you're looking to train your dog, then be sure to take a look at our obedience training guide as well as our dog training schools section. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Gray_Rollins
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