Certified Organic Dog Food
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Certified organic dog food is a great choice for your best furry friend. There are many benefits of choosing organic pet food, just as there are many reasons for humans to go organic.
Health Benefits of Certified Organic Dog Food
Some people report feeling healthier and having more energy when they eat organic food, so it should come as no surprise that dogs seem to have improved health from eating organics as well.
The big difference you will see when you start feeding your dog organic food is if he or she has any skin problems or allergies. These are likely to go away quickly when your dog starts eating organic food. Most allergy problems stem from some kind of artificial color, flavor, additive or chemical used in the production of conventional dog food.
Dogs on organic food also tend to lose weight and gain energy. They seem to have better health and stronger immune systems, meaning they get sick less often and are more likely to bounce back from illness quickly. These are especially important considerations if you have an older dog. Feeding certified organic dog food might actually increase your dog's longevity and will certainly increase his or her quality of life.
Finding Organic Dog Food
Most natural food stores and supermarkets carry at least one brand of certified organic dog food. At the larger organic markets you may have several choices, and there are even more options if you're willing to shop online.
Here are some of the organic dog food brands you are likely to encounter while shopping:
- Newman's Own doesn't just make food for people. The company also has canned and dry organic food for dogs and cats, as well as organic dog treats.
- Natura has organic dry dog food and dog treats in its Karma Organic line, as well as natural pet food options.
- Natural Balance has organic dog food that is said to be made only with free roaming, humanely treated organic chicken.
- Castor and Pollux is a mail order and Internet-based company that offers organic wet and dry dog food, puppy food and treats.
What's in Organic Dog Food?
Choosing organic food sounds nice, but it is certainly more expensive than conventionally produced food. You might still be wondering if that extra expense is worth it.
If you're interested in the well-being of the animals that go into your dog's food, as well as the health of the planet, organic dog food is a great choice. Organic dog food is specially formulated to give your dog the best nutrition possible while still using organic ingredients. That means these products are made with organic chicken and other meats, as well as organic grains such as rice, wheat and rye. Some dog foods are soy free, while others are dairy free or egg free.
Most organic pet food manufacturers are very open about the ingredients they use and how they are certified organic. If the company you're looking at is not, contact them and find out what information you can to make an informed decision. If they won't give you the information you need, buy from someone else.
When it comes to choosing an organic dog food brand for your pet, it pays to shop around, visit the company's website, and learn all you can about the ingredients that go into the different formulas and how they are produced. You want to be sure you're feeding your dog the best possible quality food and ensuring his or her good health for years to come..
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Comments
Thank you for alerting us to that, Jenna.
-- Contributed by: Marye AudetYour list fails to include Paw Naturaw, America's first lines of USDA certified organic, raw, frozen and dehydrated diets for dogs. Paw Naturaw is available online with Amazon.com and delivers with free shipping to consumers nationwide.
-- Contributed by: Jenna
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