UK Pet Food says: 'All "complete" pet foods must by law contain all the nutrients in the right proportions that a pet needs for healthy bodily function.' The PAW report also estimated that around half of the overweight and obese dogs had health issues which could be related to their weight.

We’ve created a recipe that is hypoallergenic, mono-animal protein, containing no added artificial preservatives and purposefully formulated without wheat, dairy, soy, beef or pork. We are proud of it, and hope your dog loves it as much as we love dogs.

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Analytical Constituents: Crude Protein: 29%, Crude Oils And Fats: 18%, Crude Ash: 7.50%, Fatty Acids (Omega 6): 3.56%,Crude Fibres: 3.25%, Calcium: 1.40%, Phosphorus: 1%, Fatty Acids (Omega 3): 0.40%, Metabolizable Energy: 3950kcal/kg. Canine Choice Senior is a complete, high quality kibble which contains just the right balance of energy and nutrition that older dogs need to keep them active, healthy, and slim. Wise and wonderful canines don't need as much energy as their younger friends, so they need a food that's lower in calories to avoid putting on extra pounds. They also benefit from lots of immunity boosting vitamins and a little more fibre to help their digestion along — all of which you'll find in our senior dog food, along with 45% lamb — the highest meat content our vet recommends for senior dogs. There are risks to handling fresh, frozen or freeze-dried raw food. The UK Pet Food recommends the following:

Analytical Constituents: Crude Protein: 30%, Crude Oils And Fats: 19%, Crude Ash: 7%, Crude Fibres: 3.75%, Fatty Acids (Omega 6): 3.6%, Calcium: 1.25%, Phosphorus: 0.90%, Fatty Acids (Omega 3): 0.4%, Metabolizable Energy: 4000kcal/kg. See how brands such as Burns, Harringtons and Royal Canin are rated by customers, as well as supermarket options from the likes of Aldi and Lidl. Which dog food brand is best for my dog? meat of which 14% is freshly prepared. Our is cooked gently to protect its protein, making it more bioavailable to your dog On a day-to-day basis, ensure you're feeding your pooch the correct amount by measuring out each meal on weighing scales. A few extra bits of kibble might not seem like a lot, but it can massively contribute to weight gain. Raw dog food might not be suitable for all dogs (or owners): 11% of those who tried their dog on raw food said they wouldn’t do it again. Some of the reasons mentioned included that it was too messy or smelly, or concerns about contamination.

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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. Herbs & Botanicals– including parsley which is thought to contribute to fresher breath as well as turmeric and cranberry that contain vitamins and antioxidants There's some debate regarding whether one is better than the other. The BVA says: 'There is not enough evidence to recommend one over the other; there are advantages to both. A vet will be able to recommend the most suitable diet.' Nutritional Additives (per kg): Vitamin A 12.000 IU/kg, Vitamin D3 1.200 IU/kg, Vitamin E 120mg/kg, Zinc (as Zinc Chelate of glycine hydrate) 60mg/kg, Iron (as Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 60mg/kg, Manganese (as Manganous (II) Oxide) 50mg/kg, Zinc (as Zinc Oxide) 40mg/kg, Copper (as Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 10mg/kg, Iodine (as Calcium Iodate Anhydrous) 2mg/kg, Selenium (as Sodium Selenite) 0.1mg/k. Some pets appear to be sensitive or intolerant to certain ingredients and additives, and this can cause a variety of problems.

We've created a recipe that is hypoallergenic, mono-animal protein, containing no added artificial preservatives and purposefully formulated without wheat, dairy, soy, beef or pork. We are proud of it, and hope your dog loves it as much as we love dogs. However, the BVA adds that 'each pet has its own needs, so diet should be adapted to your pet's lifestyle, age, breed and any health conditions. We advise people to speak with their vet when they get a new pet'. How much your dog should eat will depend on factors such as breed, type, age, health and lifestyle. For example, a working sheepdog needs more energy than a small dog with a less active lifestyle. Analytical Constituents: Crude Protein 26%, Fat Content 12%, Crude Ash 7.5%, Omega 6 2.15%, Crude Fibre 3%, Calcium 1.4%, Phosphorous 0.9%, Omega 3 (sourceof EPA & DHA) 0.7%, Metabolisable Energy 3744 kcal/kg. 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.We only sell human grade, high quality, DEFRA approved food for dogs as this is the natural choice and is the ultimate food for the best condition of your dog – it’s what your dog would choose, hence The Dogs Choice. 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. Whether the food you choose is grain-free, raw, hypoallergenic or just a simple kibble, commercial-grade dog food that meets UK Pet Food guidelines is nutritionally sound. Some of the reasons owners prefer feeding relate to it being 'natural', coupled with perceived improvements in their dog's health. Canine Choice adult large is a complete grain-fee dry food for large-sized dogs of 26kg upwards. It has a high proportion of meat (60%). The formula of Canine Choice adult large is adapted to the nutrient and energy needs of large dogs. One would not expect it, but resting, large dog breeds burn less energy than their smaller friends. As their metabolism is slower, they should not consume too many calories per kilogram to maintain a healthy body weight. Kibble size can fluctuate between 10-15% on any batch production.