Natural dog food - Petswealth

Natural dog food- According to the Association of American Feed Control Officials, the phrase natural on a dog food label merely means that the contents in the food are sourced only from plant, animal, or mineral sources, either in their natural state or after physical processing. Natural dog foods are not always organic; if they are, the label will mention such.

Choose a natural dog food that claims it’s full and balanced according to the nutritional values recommended by the Association of American Feed Officials for that life stage on the label. Dry kibble, canned dog food, freeze-dried dog food, refrigerated dog food, and fresh frozen dog food are all examples of natural dog food.

3 different natural dog food brands — credit:insider.com

Select a natural dog food formula that is appropriate for your dog’s age. Adult dogs over the age of one year should eat “maintenance” foods. Puppies under the age of one year, as well as pregnant or nursing females, should eat foods branded “growth and reproduction.” Foods branded “all life phases” provide nutrients for dogs of all ages, from puppies to adults.