Top 5 Healthiest Food Brands For Our Furry Friends
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Blue Buffalo is a dog food brand that specializes in wholesome ingredients, guaranteeing a healthy dinner for your pet (@emevanko/Instagram)
Pet owners go to great lengths to keep their cats, dogs, and other furry friends happy and healthy. People who watch what they eat and make sure their bodies stay healthy want the same for their dogs. This desire for wholesome pet food options has opened up a huge niche market within the pet food industry.
The topic of pet food additives and healthy pet food options has gotten a lot of attention in the past few days due to the FDA proposal for stricter rules and regulations on the pet food industry.
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While the proposal would positively affect the industry overall, there are some pet food brands already on the market that contain wholesome ingredients and healthy vitamins and minerals to keep your feline and canine counterparts healthy. Here are the top 5 picks.
Blue Buffalo's dog and cat foods are made with deboned chicken, fish, or lamb as their main ingredient. Their food also contains fruits and vegetables to ensure your pet has a high vitamin and antioxidant intake, which is essential for optimal health. The Blue Buffalo brand's formula contains omega-6 fatty acids, as well as glucosamine, which can promote healthy joints. Keeping common allergens in mind, the Blue Buffalo recipe does not contain any soy, wheat, or corn proteins. Their food also does not include any poultry or chicken by-products, or artificial ingredients of any kind.
Would you want to feed this handsome fella preservatives and additives? Keep him healthy and happy with health conscious dog food (Ashley Seruya/Neon Tommy)
Real chicken is the first ingredient in all Science Diet products. Their food also contains all-natural products that contain antioxidants, which have been clinically proven to increase immunity. The combination of vitamins and antioxidants has also been shown to improve the look of your pet's skin and coat. Similar to humans, healthy skin and healthy hair or fur on your pet is a sure sign of a thriving pup or kitty. Science Diet also specializes its food for specific age groups, ensuring your pet receives the proper amount of nutrients and antioxidants from its chow. Science Diet can also accommodate special dietary needs, such as grain intolerances, with their grain-free formulas.
Eukanuba is likely the most well-known brand on this list. Sticking to the belief that dogs and cats were initially carnivores before they were domesticated, Eukanuba uses high-quality protein, rather than vegetables, as their main ingredient. They have many food varieties for different dietary concerns, such as allergies, age, breed size, and activity level. Their large breed formula in particular is fortified with added omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, and glucosamine to keep larger dogs' joints healthy and strong.
Wellness dog food contains ingredients that even humans could consume. The brand also fortifies its food with live active probiotics for a healthy digestive system and a healthy intestinal tract, as well as specific nutritional additives to prevent common health issues among cats and dogs. A blend of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids aid in cellular function and healthy skin. Vitamins and minerals in the food ensure cellular health and aid in disease resistance.
Nutro Natural Choice Pet Food contains natural ingredients and is free of artificial colors, preservatives, or flavors. Among the wholesome, natural ingredients in their product are their proteins, of which there are chicken, lamb, and fish. The dry food also contains whole grains for healthy digestion and steady energy levels throughout the day. All of these natural ingredients boost your pet's health, which gives them more play time with you. Using these ingredients also ensures your pet gets a healthy dose of essential nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids and DHA, which helps to support vision and brain development.
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