Wagg Complete Puppy Chicken Dry Dog Food 12kg

Product Information

And less costly plant-based products like this can notably boost the total protein reported on the label — a factor that must be considered when judging the meat content of this dog food.

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Nutrient Analysis

Commercial options are a safer bet for nutrition. The PFMA says that commercially prepared raw dog food marked as ‘complete’ meets the guidelines to provide the nutritional balance a dog needs in their daily diet.

The PAW report also estimated that around half of the overweight and obese dogs had health issues which could be related to their weight. If your puppy shows signs of becoming overweight, decrease the amount fed to keep your puppy in trim and active condition. It is important for your puppy’s health not to let them become over weight, consult a veterinarian if you are concerned about their weight. From dry and wet dog food to raw, there are hundreds of options available, and it can be hard to work out what’s actually best for your pet. And lastly, this food includes chelated minerals, minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods. Nutrient Analysis Common symptoms include lethargy, aggressive or hyperactive behaviour, chronic skin and ear problems, slime and jelly being passed with stools, flatulence, bloating and weight gain/loss.

Recipe and Label Analysis

In addition, this recipe contains sodium selenite, a controversial form of the mineral selenium. Sodium selenite appears to be nutritionally inferior to the more natural source of selenium found in selenium yeast. If you wanted to feed a mixed diets, perhaps wet and dry food, then be sure to alter the feeding quantities accordingly to avoid over-feeding your dog. If your dog still appears hungry when he/her has been fed, you could try soaking the food in a little water before you feed it. This swells the food and leaves your dog feeling more satisfied.