Dog Eating Cat Food?

Question
How do I stop my dog from eating cat food? The dog food is right next to it but he ignores it unless the cat bowl is empty. He likes the dog food. Why does he ignore it?

Answer
Thank you for your question, Morgan ~

Because cat food probably tastes better than dog food due to its higher fat content. Move the cat food. Put the cat food on an elevated surface where the dog cannot reach it. Dogs should not eat cat food - it isn't healthy for them, and cats should not eat dog food since it lacks the high protein content cats require. Cats require 22 amino acids and their bodies can manufacture only 11, so they must consume them in their diet. Deficiency can result in serious health problems, even death.

Cindy