Raw, natural ingredients will always smell more enticing and have a better texture than dog food products which have been heavily processed. The way food tastes matters to dogs and can have a great effect on how much they eat, or how much vigour they eat with. Offering a high-quality, raw, natural diet, rather than foods that contain artificial preservatives and unnatural ingredients, is one of the best ways to ensure that your dog can enjoy what they eat every day. There are risks to handling fresh, frozen or freeze-dried raw food. The UK Pet Food recommends the following: Rich in proteins as well as essential fats and fibre, each complete meal contains everything your dog biologically needs to live a full, active, and happy life. Nutriment's innovative, raw food products are free from the most common allergens and have a very high content of high-quality raw meat and vegetables to ensure maximum nutritional value.

Above-average protein. Near-average fat. And below-average carbs when compared to a typical dry dog food. Depending on its level of freshness and purity, salmon oil should be considered a commendable addition. The BVA told us: 'We don't recommend a raw food diet, at least without a vet's guidance. This is for two main reasons: the nutritional deficiencies that often come with feeding raw food (eg low taurine in cats or high vitamin A) and the risks associated with handling raw food – both for the pets and the household.'After processing, this item would probably account for a smaller part of the total content of the finished product. However, the BVA adds that 'each pet has its own needs, so diet should be adapted to your pet's lifestyle, age, breed and any health conditions. We advise people to speak with their vet when they get a new pet'. Wellness CORE feeds dogs as nature intended with more meat, less carbs & no fillers together with a fresh meat taste every dog will love! With fresh meat as the number 1 ingredient and 100% grain-free it is a perfect recipe for dogs with food allergies. Omega-3 fatty acids from full-fat linseed & salmon oil support a healthy skin & coat. Pro- and prebiotics help to maintain a healthy digestive tract. Some pets appear to be sensitive or intolerant to certain ingredients and additives, and this can cause a variety of problems. Each kibble is a protein powerhouse with guaranteed protein levels between 32-37% in the final kibble.

Some of the reasons owners prefer feeding relate to it being 'natural', coupled with perceived improvements in their dog's health.For more details on the most popular brands from above, see our guides to Bakers, Burns, Harringtons, Hill's and Royal Canin dog food. However, peas contain about 25% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the meat content of this dog food.