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What is in Your Dog’s Food?

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With all the latest news about pet foods causing deaths to our best friends, a lot of consumers are not sure what foods to use to keep them safe. Many folks have now turned to using “homemade”recipes. Their thinking is that it must be safe if it is “homemade”. Others are turning to so called “natural” and “organic” pet foods.

Making your own foods is a great way to be safe (with the right ingredients) but it also can be time consuming as well as expensive. You should also do your research as what should be in the foods you are creating. It may also be hard to find some of the ingredients to complete your recipes.

“Natural” pet foods a very tempting to consumers that think if it is has all “natural” ingredients, it must be safe for their beloved pets. The problem is that there are no federal guidelines to regulate what “natural” actually is. For example, animal byproducts, hair, blood, pesticides, hormones, antibiotics and preservatives are commonly found in pet foods.

“Certified Organic” foods have been regulated by the Dept. of agriculture since 2002. Only those ingredients outlined by the strict regulations are allowed in the production of such foods. The “USDA” seal or third party seal is clearly visible on the package.

This does not mean that all the ingredients in the food are 100% organic. The law allows the wording “made with organic ingredients” can be used if the food contains at least 70% or more organic ingredients. Some companies use 100% organic ingredients, some do not.

So what does all this mean? Read the labels! Do not be fooled by the fancy marketing on the front of the package. You MUST read the fine print. After all keeping your pet safe is the top priority.

The easiest way to “be safe” when buying food is to purchase only the 100% organic varieties. Yes, you will pay more (up to twice the price of conventional foods) but our friends are worth it. It it also a lot less expensive than than the vet bill. If making your own food ask your vet or another expert resource before going it alone. When all is said and done, safe foods offer peace of mind for you, and good health for your pet.

by Rick Noble
About the Author: The sole purpose of this author’s writings is to teach proper, life saving nutrition for pets by educating their owners. You can get a free report on “preventing disease” for your dog by clicking the link below. http://honestrich.dogsecrets.hop.clickbank.net/

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