Saturday 28 March 2015

A Dog Lover's Guide To Picking Organic Gourmet Dog Treats

By Iva Cannon


Having a dog in your life can be a rewarding experience unlike any other. If you have a dog that you want to spoil, you may be tired of using the same treats day in and day out. If you want to look at something unique and special for your favorite pup, you may want to look at organic gourmet dog treats. If you are considering spoiling your pup with these items, here is a guide to selecting safe, delicious items that your canine friend will love.

There are different options to choose from. Some are baked items that are shaped like biscuits. Others are shaped like human baked goods such as cupcakes or cookies. Other organic versions are made from dehydrated meat that may or may not be seasoned with other ingredients. All of these can be found in organic versions and all of them can be great for dogs.

It is really important to read ingredient lists. If there isn't one immediately visible, be prepared to ask what goes into any given item. If you want to reduce the chances of your dog having health issues, you should consider avoiding items that contain garlic, onions or chocolate. It is also important to do some research if you have specific food allergies. The last thing someone with nut allergies wants to do is to give their dog a treat that contains peanuts or tree nuts.

You need to make sure that you are tailoring the treat to the size of the dog you are buying it for. For example, smaller dogs will typically do better with options which are scaled down in size. Some organic rawhide items can be fantastic options for canine friends but they can get soft and gooey if they are chewed but not consumed. You want to make sure that the treats will not sit around and rot because a dog isn't large enough to finish them off quickly.

If you are considering giving your pet organic raw treats it is even more important to do your research. Look at the storage and feeding requirements that these treats bring with them. It is important to look at potential dental problems that can result when feeding bones and consider if anyone in your family has a compromised immune system. This can be an issue if they are handling food items that may or may not have bacteria growing on them.

If you are thinking about providing your dog with rawhide items you need to be careful. While these are good for some dogs others have ended up dealing with serious medical issues. Reading reviews and news articles may help you avoid ones that have been making dogs sick. Always make sure that you monitor your dog if you give it rawhide as choking can be a problem.

Many people feed their dogs large numbers of treats in addition to their normal kibble. This is not always a great idea. If the items are very rich and high in calories you may find that your dog will start to put on unwanted pounds.

Canines can be fun to watch when they have a delicious snack to enjoy. By doing your research and taking care what you feed your dog, feeding organic snacks can bring a lot of fun and excitement to both of your lives.




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