Is my Dog Food Dangerous? Am I Killing my Dog?

Written By Chouhab on mardi 13 janvier 2009 | 05:03

By Elliott Concagh

Tainted pet food has been reportedly coming from China and other countries. This has raised alarm bells for pet owners because reportedly dogs and cats are dying because of eating the commercial dog food we feed them. Dog owners everywhere are asking: Is my dog food dangerous?

Read a label on a can or bag of dog food and you probably will have no idea what you are reading. The food processors, pet food industry, and grocery store association have reportedly conspired to keep these labels as confusing as possible. How can you read a label and possibly determine if your dog food is dangerous?

Chemicals used to euthanize dogs and cats are frequently found in commercial brands of dog food. How is that possible? Believe it or not, animal control centers send their dead animals to rendering plants that turn them into meat meal that is put in commercial dog food. The toxins from these dead dogs and cats is in your dog's food.

On the other side of this equation is the fact that dogs fed a well-balanced diet of healthy, natural homemade dog food are actually reportedly living longer. With proper exercise and care, up to 8 years longer! Is making your own homemade dog food a viable option?

Dog lovers that have been making natural homemade dog food say it is not difficult at all. Often they will make a week's supply at one time and freeze it. There are several good sources for recipes, both in books and on line.

It's important not to feed your dog too much. Like humans, obesity can lead to increased health risks of many kinds, including cancer. One of the benefits of natural homemade dog food is the proper balance of protein, carbohydrates -- fiber and cereal, and fats. A proper diet discourages weight gain.

Quit wondering if your dog food is dangerous. When you make healthy homemade dog food, you know your pet is getting the best diet she can get. She will love you for life.

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