Meats to Add to Your Dog’s Diet
Adding a meat-based treat to your dog’s diet is a fantastic way to boost nutrition and treat your furry friend.
With so many options to choose from it may seem daunting to choose which meat to add to your dog’s diet. Fortunately, choosing is easy when you decide what your dog’s needs are first.
Beef
Beef is a common protein found in dog foods and treats. The nutritional value alone says all you need to know about why.
With its high protein content, beef is perfectly suited for your dog’s palate and health needs. It is also high in many other important nutrients like zinc for immunity support, iron for the production of hemoglobin (a protein important for red-blood cells), as well as magnesium for healthy bones. With its high nutritional value, beef is often the first choice for many dog owners.
Chicken
As one of the top choices for treats and foods, it’s easy to see why chicken is a staple for many dog’s diets.
Chicken contains several key nutrients that are good for dogs. Omega-6 can help give your dog a glossy coat and healthy skin. Vitamins B6 and B12, which aid in glucose production, are readily available in chicken, and the zinc in it is great for their immune system. Chicken is also as high in protein but lower in fat than beef, so it is a good option if you are watching the fat intake of your pet.
Fish
Mostly considered a novel protein, fish has many beneficial nutrients that may be a better fit for your dog.
Fish is high in omega-3, a nutrient that aids in skin and coat condition. It contains many other beneficial nutrients and is low in fat, and omega-3 can also help with inflammation. Not many dog-owners choose fish, but it is a great choice if your dog has an allergy to other types of meat. It will allow them to get the protein they need and still receive added nutrients to their diet.
Novel Proteins
Some dogs may have restrictive food allergies, but that’s where novel proteins come in to help. Novel proteins are proteins that are uncommon in a typical dog’s diet. This could be anything from venison, duck or salmon among others. It is important to monitor your dog when introducing meat treats or cooked meat to their diets in case of allergies. In the case that your dog can’t eat a common protein but still needs the necessary nutrients from meat, then it may be a good idea to introduce a novel protein instead. If you decide to try these alternative proteins, make sure to consult your veterinarian first.
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