{"id":49,"date":"2024-03-08T11:06:33","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T15:06:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2024-03-09T11:08:12","modified_gmt":"2024-03-09T15:08:12","slug":"a-guide-to-optimal-pet-nutrition-what-to-feed-your-furry-friend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-optimal-pet-nutrition-what-to-feed-your-furry-friend\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Optimal Pet Nutrition: What to Feed Your Furry Friend"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-2000x1335.jpg\" alt=\"pet nutrition. \" class=\"wp-image-50\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-2000x1335.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-1500x1001.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock-1299202341-2-1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Making mealtime nutritious and delicious is every pet parent\u2019s goal, but the overwhelming variety of pet food choices\u2014both in-store and online\u2014can make choosing a balanced diet for pets complicated. And buzzwords like \u201cgrain-free\u201d or \u201csuper-premium\u201d make understanding pet dietary needs even more confusing. We\u2019re here to help!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re always happy to answer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/blog\/2023\/3\/9\/questions-to-ask-during-your-pet%E2%80%99s-annual-checkup\/\">your questions<\/a> about pet nutrition at your furry friend\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/services\/preventative-care\/\">wellness visit<\/a>. In the meantime, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/our-doctors\/\">our team has<\/a> put together this pet nutrition primer to help you make informed pet food choices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Expensive Isn\u2019t Always Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pricey foods in fancy packages with trending terms like \u201csuperfood\u201d or \u201chuman-grade\u201d are no guarantee of optimal pet nutrition. Check the label and the packaging for the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Look for labels that say, \u201ccomplete and balanced.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any pet food package should have a Nutritional Adequacy Statement from the <a href=\"https:\/\/talkspetfood.aafco.org\/\">Association of American Feed Control Officials<\/a> (AAFCO). This assures consumers that the food is formulated to meet established nutritional levels for cats or dogs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select a food specifically for your pet\u2019s species and life stage.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure the first ingredient is meat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid foods with these ingredients: chemical preservatives BHT, BHA, and ethoxyquin; propylene glycol (used as a moistening agent); and food dyes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check for high levels of fillers like corn meal and wheat gluten, and avoid these foods if possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pet Dietary Needs for Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dog\u2019s diet should contain water, carbs, vitamins, minerals, fat, and protein. Plus, your pet\u2019s diet should be designed to meet your dog\u2019s needs as they relate to growth, activity level, age, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/blog\/2022\/12\/22\/choosing-the-right-dog-breed-for-your-family\/\">breed<\/a>, and medical concerns. Make sure the first two or three ingredients are meat-based, and steer clear of foods with high levels of fillers like wheat, soy, and corn.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pet Dietary Needs for Cats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since cats are obligate carnivores, they need nutrients like taurine and arachidonic acid, which have to come from animal sources. Cats can be finicky eaters, so do your best to strike a balance between pet nutrition and a food your cat will eat. Make sure your cat stays <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/blog\/2023\/2\/2\/how-to-keep-your-cat-hydrated\/\">properly hydrated<\/a> by offering canned cat foods, adding moisture to a dry food diet, and using a pet fountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Balanced Diet for Pets with Health Concerns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapeutic diets can help control the symptoms (or curb the progression) of certain health problems. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/\">Animal Hospital of West Woodstock<\/a> veterinarian might recommend a therapeutic diet if your pet has any of the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/services\/medical-services\/endocrinology-hormones\/\">Diabetes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/blog\/2023\/8\/3\/allergies-in-pets-identifying-symptoms-and-seeking-veterinary-care\/\">Food allergies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhospitalofwestwoodstock.com\/about-us\/blog\/2023\/1\/12\/tips-to-keep-your-pet-at-a-healthy-weight\/\">Obesity<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health problems common in senior pets, such as arthritis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digestive disorders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronic hairballs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your pet deserves to indulge in a balanced diet for pets that is just as tasty as it is nutritious! Please contact us at <a href=\"tel:(770)%20924-8847\">(770) 924-8847<\/a> to discuss your pet\u2019s nutritional needs or to schedule your pet\u2019s visit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Making mealtime nutritious and delicious is every pet parent\u2019s goal, but the overwhelming variety of pet food choices\u2014both in-store and online\u2014can make choosing a balanced diet for pets complicated. And buzzwords like \u201cgrain-free\u201d or \u201csuper-premium\u201d make understanding pet dietary needs even more confusing. 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