The Evolution Of Dog Nutrition

A puppy or dog has come a long way from the days when, in the wild, they would have to scavenge and hunt for their daily meals.

The domesticated dog is distant a relative of the wolf. Whilst wolves remain wild in many areas and continue to hunt to feed themselves, a pet diet for a dog has changed somewhat due to centuries of domestication and selective breeding.

A pet owner of any breed of dog should be looking at feeding their pet good dog nutrition including excellent quality meat, vegetables and added vitamins and minerals,.

Quality ingredients such as meat are essential for strong growth, while the correct amount of vitamins and minerals help a dog’s immune system to fend of any illnesses and fight infections.

A puppy that has been fed on a regular pet diet that is full of high quality ingredients will also require an intake of carbohydrates and a low level of salt and fat.

Dog nutrition for a puppy or an adult dog should be varied, but a dog should be fed at the same time each day if possible.

A dog can easily suffer from dehydration, especially in the warmer weather or if they have been running around and their energy levels are depleted. To avoid dehydration have a bowl of water available during the day and night, but be sure to refresh it regularly.

At Hills Pets we recognise there is a need for dogs to have a wide range of quality ingredients with the correct amount of vitamins added, along with regular exercise, to keep a domesticated puppy and dog in excellent health.

We have online a wide range of Hills Science Plan Formula dog food that is full of taste and texture that your dog will enjoy eating every day.