Choosing the Best Dog Food for Your Shih Tzu

in an Ideal World finding the perfect dog food for your Shih Tzu would be a breeze unfortunately the reality is that there are countless dog food brands all claiming to be the best and finding the best one for our shitsu can feel like an impossible feat so in this video we will discuss some things you must consider when choosing a dog food for your Shih Tzu and in the end I will also give you some of my recommendations so let's get started first and foremost look for a dog food that is specifically formulated for small breeds shiitsus are a small breed and their bodies have different needs than larger dogs small breed dog food is designed with smaller kibble sizes that are easier for your suit to eat and digest they also contain higher levels of protein and fat to support their metabolism and energy needs consider yoshitsu's age ashitsu's nutritional needs vary depending on their age puppies and Senior dogs have different nutritional needs than adult dogs for puppies you'll want to look for a dog food that is high in protein and fat to support their growth and development Senior Dogs on the other hand may need a dog food that is lower in calories to prevent obesity and maintain their overall health look for high quality ingredients seeking high quality ingredients is one of the most crucial aspects when choosing a dog food for your shiitsu dog food brands that are usually high quality protein sources such as chicken turkey or fish as the first ingredient are generally your best option avoid dog foods that contain byproducts artificial preservatives or fillers look for dog foods that are made with whole ingredients and contain a balanced mix of protein fat and carbohydrates and don't forget to check the AFCO statement on the label which indicates that the food meets the minimum nutrient requirements for dogs choose the ideal type of dog food mainly there are three types of dog foods wet dry and homemade wet food is usually more palatable for dogs and contains more moisture which can help keep them hydrated however wet food can be more expensive than dry food and has a shorter shelf life once opened dry food is more affordable and has a longer shelf life than wet food it's also better for promoting Dental Health as the hard kibble can help remove plaque and tartar from teeth homemade dog food is becoming more popular as it allows pet owners to have more control over the ingredients their dog eats however it's essential to ensure that homemade dog food is nutritionally balanced and meets all of your dog's nutritional needs check for food allergies or sensitivities some dogs may be allergic or sensitive to ingredients in their food common allergens include beef chicken Dairy and wheat if you think your Shih Tzu has a food allergy or sensitivity look for dog food brands that offer limited ingredient diets or novel protein sources such as venison or duck your veterinarian can help you if you have concerns about your dog's allergies or Diet choose a reputable brand look for brands that undergo third-party testing to ensure their products are safe and effective avoid dog food brands with too many recalls or with a history of quality control issues my recommendations I want to make it clear that none of the brands I recommend have sponsored this video as a dog owner myself I have personally researched and have tested the dog food options on my own Shih Tzu with that said these are my top three recommendations you can find their Link in the description I hope this video was helpful do hit the like button to show us your support see ya

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Length: 3min 49sec (229 seconds)

Published: Thu Aug 31 2023