Sunday, January 13, 2013

Dog Food Review - Easy Homemade Dog Treats

By Geraldine Dimarco


They say that you can get a man's heart through feeding him good food. Well, they also say men are like dogs, right? Now, I don't know what that may mean to some but for this article, it simply means that dogs will be more affectionate towards you when you feed him yummy treats. There are several commercial pet food available but homemade dog treats are healthier and yummier for the animal.

Don't worry, homemade dog food don't have to be difficult to be delicious. Actually, easy homemade dog treats are accessible to anybody who wants to learn more about it. There are reputable canine sites that give excellent pet recipes you can use for your own pet. Experts and experienced pet owners can help you find the best meals to give your beloved dog.

Before you do anything, go to the vet and get a thorough check-up for the canine. This will let you know if he has any existing illness that you should know about. When you do, you can then create a proper diet suitable for him. You may not know it but if he has a particular condition, what he eats affects his general lifestyle and you must take extra care to keep away from the bad stuff. Conversely, specific food will also help improve his health.

You need to be knowledgeable about the food you give your dog. Some ingredients are very harmful to canines when ingested and some of these are chocolates, nuts, grapes, raisins, baby food, citrus oil, mushroom and caffeine. Onions and garlic in large quantities are also toxic to his system.

You know your own pet more than anyone so study what his particular tastes are and work around it. Make sure his meals have approximately two thirds of meat and vegetables, and one third of starch. Depending on your preference, you can serve them raw, semi-cooked or well-cooked-only make sure that you cut them in bite sized pieces to avoid the risk of them choking on his food.

Homemade dog treats are delicious when you serve them freshly cooked; however, you can always store them for convenience sake. Remember, dog food is pretty straightforward if you need it to be. You can always slice hotdogs into slivers and keep them in a zip locked bag in the freezer until you decide to use them. Thaw frozen treats out first before handing it out so Fido's teeth won't get hurt.

When you want to change your pet's diet from processed to homemade-do so gradually. Combine the fresh produce together with the dry feed, increasing the latter kind until it is all that they consume. As with any significant change in your dog, consult a trusted vet for his advice and recommendation.

Easy homemade dog treats are something every pet owner can do. They are healthy and delicious-something your dog will surely enjoy. Browse around for the best recipes and discover a whole new dimension of fun in you and your canine's relationship today.




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