Because we often see our pets as members of the family, this may lead us to some unhealthy habits. This can extend to feeding your dog table scraps, a practice that all veterinarians will advise against. Human food is almost always inappropriate for proper doggy health, especially since dogs have sensitive digestive organs which don’t handle changes in diet too well.

Most vets recommend a good quality dry dog food fed in appropriate amounts. Dry food is less expensive than canned and does not contain excessive moisture. It can be left in open containers without spoiling and in self-feeders for ease and convenience. Dry food also promotes improved oral health and can satisfy dog’s chewing behavior.

Look for a food with a good amount of protein. Avoid food with too much filler, often in the form of corn, peanut hulls, weeds, straw, feathers, and corncobs. Protein should come in either animal or vegetable based products. Chicken, lamb, beef, or pork are all good sources of protein for your pet.

Finally, remember that frequent changes in dog food can lead to digestive problems. If your dog appears to be doing well on a certain brand of dog food, don’t change it. Do everything you can to keep your dog healthy, and especially avoid feeding him dinner scraps!