Water

Minerals Vitamins

Avocados

Alcohol

Caffeine

Salt

Onions

Grapes

Chocolate

Yeast Dough

Carbohydrates

Fats

ProteinDogs get most of their protein from meat, eggs and small amounts of dairy. Proteins consist of around 20 amino acids, all of which are vital for rebuilding and maintaining cells. Dogs that have a good protein intake will avoid skin problems and have a healthy coat.

Vitamins are usually ingested in the form of vegetables, fish oils and wholegrains but by feeding a complete dog food ensures they are getting them at the right levels to help them stay healthy.

Omega-6 Fatty Acids are good for a dog, but cutting them out completely may lead to skin problems and a dry coat. A good balance allows for a shiny coat and will replace oils in a dog’s skin.

Dogs get most of their carbohydrates from dry dog foods, but can also get them from fruit and vegetables. Due to a dog’s flexible diet, they can consume carbs as their main source of energy and not suffer for it, but it is always best to give them a balanced diet.

A dog requires clean drinking water more than anything else in their diet. In fact, dogs require one ounce of water for one

pound of body weight per day, to ensure they do not

become dehydrated.

Calcium is the most important mineral a dog

needs, and is especially important for strong

bones and teeth. It can be found in most dry food,

along with fish and some vegetables. Additional

minerals consist of Magnesium, Phosphorous

and Potassium.

Whether you have a puppy or an adult dog, it’s worth knowing how to keep them as healthy and happy as possible. The easiest way to do this is to give them a balanced diet that will incorporate protein, fat,

carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and of course, plenty of water.

Below we have listed these different dietary requirements, so you know exactly what your pet requires to keep them fit and well. It will also help you identify deficiencies in your dog’s diet, which will allow you

to adjust their food intake accordingly.

Food to Avoid

Things to remember

Make sure to provide a well balanced diet at all times. We recommend to feed twice a day for all adult dogs.

A dogs diet will change from Puppy to Adult –this is usually between 6-18 months depending on breed. Puppies can have between three and four meals per day, changing to two when they reach adulthood.

Be careful not to overfeed your dog, as this can result in obesity and poor health

For more information regarding the ingredients that go into Simpsons Premium products, and how they help your dog, visit our ingredients page. For any other questions, get in touch today.

Sources

http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/guide/diet-nutrition

http://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/diet

http://thebark.com/content/canine-nutrition-basics

Nutritional Guide for Dogs