TIPS TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FOOD FOR YOUR DOG BASED ON THEIR AGE

Gone are the days when a family picture just had 3 generations perched on high chairs staring at a tripod camera.

- Ms Mitu Paul

The world today puts up collages of happy parents holding onto their giggling kids and face licking pets. Yes, a pet today is a must. As this new world is waking up to the benefi ts of pet parenting on their mental and physical health, pets are also an increasing demand from the kids who seek solace and company when their parents are away.

But with all this love, also comes the responsibility of raising your pets well and giving them the nutrition that they deserve. Walking down the dog food aisle at your local grocery store or pet store may feel overwhelming with so many choices. Pet owners, breeders, veterinarians, store employees, and the general public all have different opinions on what type of food is best for dogs. Despite the wide variety of recommendations, there are ways to objectively evaluate the best dog food diet for your pet at home. But food is no “one size fi ts all”, Your dog’s best food will depend on its unique needs, most importantly their life stage, weight, and known medical conditions. Dogs have different nutritional requirements depending on their age or life stage, and pet foods are generally formulated to meet the distinct needs of three groups: puppies, adult or maintenance and senior care.