When to Switch to a Senior Dog Diet

June 29th, 2009 |

Author: Diet

Different age groups need different kinds of food in order to maintain the proper nutritional requirement of their bodies. Older dogs for example need those who have less protein and calories but more fiber, while young pups need to have more protein, more fiber and more calories to be able to cope with its playful nature. That is why extra care should be observed when feeding your pet especially during its younger years because it is the foundation of its health when it gets older. If your pooch is already old you need to give it a special senior dog diet.

But before you consider switching its diet you need to check first whether your pooch is considered old or mature. I would advise you to ask your vet regarding your dog’s age. Normally dogs have different levels of maturity. It depends on their life span. It is best that you are sure of your pet’s age because it is an indicator for the switch of diet. Otherwise you might be depriving your pet with proper nutrition unintentionally. And you absolutely do not want something like that to happen, right? Aside from the age, you also need to consider any health issues faced by your canine friend.

Sometimes the choice of food that you can give becomes limited due to any aging ailments, allergies and certain diseases. I suggest that you opt for a natural homemade diet so that you can eliminate any possible threats of those that are commercially made. Commercial dog food products usually contain harmful substances and preservatives. Do not be fooled by their powerful marketing strategies and attractive labels. What matters is the content of their product. And I tell you, they fall short with regard to that aspect. If possible a senior dog diet must be all natural so that you need not worry about any further sickness brought about by commercial ones.

If your pet has weight problems, whether it’s gaining or losing, proper adjustment as to the quantity should be observed. You need to make adjustments as to the quantity because as your pooch ages the amount required also differ. So now that you are certain about its present health conditions, the next step would be to decide which type of senior dog diet you would give. Your pooch would surely appreciate it if you are the one making its own senior dog diet. You must choose those that would be easier to chew and digest because your dog is no longer the lively and active pup you used to know.

Less protein and more fiber should always be at the back of your head. This means that more vegetables and fruits should be included in the diet but make sure that they are chewable. Actually you have to make a barter between nutrients and those that your dog can eat. However, you can make both ends meet be cutting the vegetables in bite size portions. That way your pup is sure to eat them. Just don’t forget to make the senior dog diet palatable and mouth watering for your beloved canine to enhance appetite.

The author of this article, Alex De La Cruz, is a Dog Expert who has been successful for many years. Because most people think that Arthritis is a humans-only disease Alex now informs dog owners with his http://dog_arthritis.doggybooks.info Ebook on how to discover this disease and let their dogs live as pain-free as possible.

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