How to choose dry food for dogs

Your dog’s age

Normally, for each brand of dry dog ​​food, the manufacturer will divide it into different lines based on age. They will clearly state the information and age distinction on each product packaging. When buying, you should pay attention to avoid buying the wrong one.

Some examples are as follows:

• The packaging says  “Starter Mother & Babydog” :  This dry food product is for newborn puppies or new mothers. The ingredients will contain many types of easily digestible foods.
• The packaging says  “Puppy”  or “Junior” : the product is for puppies from 2-6 months old. Dry food for puppies at this stage will have a balance between protein and fiber. Helps the puppy’s digestive system to be healthier and avoid excess nutrients.
• The word “Adult” is written on the packaging  : the product is for adult dogs (over 6 months old). At this time, the food ingredients will contain a large amount of protein, helping the dog develop stronger and healthier muscles.

What breed is your dog?

Dry dog ​​food products are also divided by dog ​​breed. Because large dog breeds such as Alaska, Becgie, Husky, … will need a different diet and food portion than super small dog breeds such as Poodle, Fox Squirrel or Pekingese, …

If the product is specifically for a certain breed of dog, the manufacturer will print their name on the packaging. For example: Royal Canin Chihuahua Adult, Royal Canin Pug Junior, or  Royal Canin Poodle Junior, …  If it can be used for all breeds of dogs, they will only leave a general brand name such as: Royal Canin, Smartheart, … You should pay attention to choose.

Your dog’s size

• The packaging says  “Mini (Small size)” which means it is for small dog breeds (<10kg) such as:  Poodle, Phốc dog, Boo dog, Pug dog, …
• The packaging says  “Medium” : for medium sized dogs (maximum 10-25kg) such as: Corgi, Samoyed, Border Collie, Shiba, …
• The packaging says  “Max (Large Size)” : for large-sized dogs, working dogs (from 26-44kg) such as:  Alaska, German Shepherd, Pitbull, Rottweiler, …

In addition to these three common divisions, dry dog ​​food also has several other distinct types such as:

• For dogs with skin allergies. Example:  Royal Canin Mini Dermacomfort
• For overweight dogs. Example:  Royal Canin Mini Light Weight Care

The above ways of distinguishing are some typical ways when choosing dry food for your pet dog. You should go to the store of Petcity Pet Supermarket System to get advice and find the highest quality and safest products.