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The Healthiest Dog Foods Recommended by Veterinarian 

Providing your dog with adequate care, a comfy place to sleep, and decent nourishment, whether you adopt a rescue dog or bring home an American Kennel Club–certified puppy, is a major job, as the phrase goes. When deciding what to feed your dog, consider its age, size, breed, and any health conditions he or she may have. But none of it matters if he or she dislikes the flavor of the dish. Dr. Stephanie Liff of Pure Paws Veterinary Care, a veterinarian, discusses that palatability is an important factor to consider when determining what to feed your dog. "I want my patients to like it," Liff says, adding that she gives her three-year-old Labradoodle a mix of human-grade and air-dried raw food, as well as kibble.

According to Liff, one way to tell if your dog is eating the proper food is if he or she produces "excellent, quality (easy to pick up) feces," as well as a brand's recall history and an AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) statement on the bag, package, or can. According to Dr. Zay Satchu, co-founder and chief veterinary officer of Bond Vet, the AAFCO declaration indicates that the meal is nutritionally adequate and balanced.

Before we get into the list of suggested dog diets, it's worth noting that the FDA recently issued a warning concerning some grain-free foods that the agency believes may be connected to an increase in canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). "Large and giant-breed dogs are predisposed to this condition," says veterinarian Dr. Sara Ochoa. The bulk of the doctors we spoke with indicated that the link isn't due to the lack of grains in these feeds, but rather to the legumes or peas that have been added as a replacement. "When a dog's diet becomes so rich in beans as a protein source, it may affect their intake of specific amino acids," explains veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause.

We spoke with Liff, Satchu, Ochoa, Krause, and 11 other specialists about the 12 meals they prescribe to their patients as well as what they feed their own dogs at home to get a better picture of what foods the experts (both human and canine) enjoy. Because every dog is different, it's a good idea to talk with your veterinarian before making any changes to your dog's food.

Vet Recommended Dog Food Brands That Are Inexpensive

Hill's Science Diet Dry Dog Food, Adult, Small Paws for Small Breed Dogs

• An adult dog food made with highly digestible ingredients that are easy on your small dog's stomach
• Nourishing omega 6 fatty acids and vitamin E help promote healthy skin and a shiny coat
• Provides high-quality protein to maintain lean muscle in small breed dogs
• Uses an antioxidant blend specifically for lifelong immune support in toy and miniature dogs
• Made with natural ingredients
• Made in the USA with global ingredients you can trust
• Veterinarian recommended 

  

  Hill's Science Diet Dry Dog Food
  
  
  

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets UR Urinary Ox/St Canine Formula Wet Dog Food - (12) 13.3 Oz. Cans

• Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets UR Urinary Ox/St Canine formula wet dog food (12) 13.3-ounce cans
• Encourages the formation of sterile struvite and calcium oxalate crystals by creating an unfavorable urinary environment.
• Aids in the dissolution of infertile struvite stones
• Reduces the incidence of recurrence of sterile struvite and calcium oxalate stones.
• The moisture in the UR Ox/St canned food contributes to overall water consumption.

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets

ORIJEN Dry Dog Food and Crunchy Dog Biscuit Treats, Grain-Free, High Protein

• The fresh, whole animal ingredients in ORIJEN Original dog food come from free-range chicken and turkey, wild-caught fish, and cage-free eggs.
• ORIJEN feeds dogs according to their natural, biological demands, using 85 percent high-quality animal products.
• ORIJEN is the Biologically Appropriate, grain-free food that dogs have evolved to consume, made with fresh and raw animal components such as meat, organs, cartilage, and bone.
• Our Fresh Regional Ingredients are delivered to our kitchen fresh or raw, in their most natural and healthful state, by individuals we know and trust.

  

  Orijen Dry Dog Food

  
  

Wellness Complete Health Dry Dog Food

• Whitefish is an element in this adult dry dog food; it's a high-quality protein that's combined with healthful grains like oats.
• There are no meat by-products, fillers, or chemical preservatives in our crunchy kibble.
• Immune health, energy levels, joint and bone health, and healthy skin and coat are all supported by well-selected components and extra nutrients.
• Only the best ingredients from across the world are used in this product, which is made in the United States.
• Wellness natural dog food will last a lifetime; we have recipes for puppies, adults, and seniors, as well as grain-free dog treats, meal toppers, and wet food alternatives. 

  

  Wellness Complete Dog Food

Castor & Pollux Organix Dry Dog Food Organic Chicken Recipe

• One single 18.0 lb. Grain-Free Dry Dog Food - Castor & Pollux ORGANIX Grain-Free Organic Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe
• There are no artificial preservatives, tastes, or colors in this USDA organic chicken dog food.
• Dog food is made with chicken and sweet potatoes is nutrient-dense and have a combination of superfoods including organic flaxseed, organic blueberries, and organic coconut oil.
• Grain-free, corn-free, wheat-free, and soy-free organic dog food
• There are no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives in this organic grain-free dog food.

  

  Castor & Pollux Organix Dog Food

How Do I Pick the Best Dog Food?

You may choose between wet and dry dog food, as well as dehydrated food while purchasing dog food. Dry dog food has the advantage over wet dog food in that it does not need to be refrigerated once opened, and it can also be less expensive than wet, canned food choices. Both wet and dry dog food have the same components, however wet food may include more fresh protein and animal byproducts.

Dehydrated food is more expensive, but it may also be of superior quality, and it's designed to be rehydrated into a meal by mixing it with water.