How We Are Improving Our Dog’s Diet With The Best Dog Food
It can be overwhelming on where to start when searching for the best dog food and what to feed your pup, and more overwhelming to see what some healthier dog foods and products cost. Our dog, Daisy, is VERY picky, has very little teeth and has a very sensitive stomach, so we have been limited and going all raw is not of interest for us (personally). But I have researched great snacks, toppers, additives that you can incorporate into your dogs diet that are safe and healthy to improve their overall health. (We are not dog nutritionists, have not tried all of these and have collected this research from other sources. Please refer to a professional if you are pivoting your pets food for a balanced diet.)
Best dog food kibble with high-quality protein as the main ingredient:
Open Farm Pasture-Raised Lamb & Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food: https://openfarmpet.com/en-us/products/pasture-raised-lamb-ancient-grains-dry-dog-food
Meats – Protein, Immune System
Raw or Cooked Eggs – protein, skin and coat
Bone Broth – digestion, collagen for hips and joints
Chicken, Turkey Hearts – fight of heart disease
Chicken, Beef, Turkey Liver – promote strong bones and teeth, boost your dog’s immune system, and improve their digestive function
Chicken Feet, Duck Feet, Turkey Neck – calcium a necessity if on all raw diet
Seafood
Salmon – omega fatty acids, great for skin and coat
Sardines in Water – helps shed less, itch less, great for skin and coat
Cooked Mussels – great for hips and joints
Veggies – Fiber
Butternut Squash – vitamin A, C, potassium
Pumpkin Puree – helps with digestion
Steamed Kale, Spinach – high in fiber and vitamins C and K
Steamed Broccoli – high in fiber and vitamins
Sweet Potatoes – high in fiber
Fruits – Antioxidants
Apples – great for dental health, make sure no seeds or core
Blueberries – high in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Blueberries have been shown to improve night vision, help prevent cell damage, and help with mental function in aging animals.
Raspberries, Blackberries – antioxidants and phytochemicals, which are chemical compounds in plants that have been found to help fight cancer in humans. They are also low in sugar and calories.
Dairy – Probiotics and healthy immune system
Plain Greek Yogurt
Raw Goat Milk – anti inflammatory, allergy relief
Kefir –
Cottage Cheese – protein, calcium, magnesium, vitamin A, amino acids, fatty acids, probiotics, and potassium
Other
Spirulina – relieve allergies and boost immune system
Wheat Grass Powder – superfood antioxidants, vitamins and minerals
Raw Local Honey – helps with allergens
Flax Seeds – fiber and gut health
Hydrated Chia Seeds – B vitamins and they’re rich in omega fatty acids, antioxidants, fiber, and minerals like calcium, magnesium and phosphorus
Hydrating Kibble Alternatives
Raw Goat Milk – immune system, anti inflammatory, allergy relief
Decaf Green Tea – antioxidant, reduce inflammation of the liver and gastrointestinal tract
Bone Broth – digestion, collagen for hips and joints
Products We Recommend
Open Farm Pasture-Raised Lamb & Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food: https://openfarmpet.com/en-us/products/pasture-raised-lamb-ancient-grains-dry-dog-food