Sorry, but you just can not blame the dog for this one! Unless you have a very smart & very capable pup who can somehow manage to fix himself a bowl of food, you, my friend must take the blame for the extra bulge around your pets’ tummy. A recent study has found that 40% of America’s pets are overweight. They certainly mimic everything that we do, don’t they? Sometimes, that isn't a very good thing.

The recent pet food recalls have been a wake-up call for dog owners. Because of this, we all need to learn more about how to interpret dog food labels. This article provides some of the most basic regulations related to labeling of commercial dog foods.

Most dog-owners today probably put down the dog dish without giving much thought to what we are actually feeding our pets. Pet food experts call it dog food as opposed to human food, touted as the only complete and nutritious way we can feed our dogs.

Dry dog food has been recommended as the best diet for dogs, however this is quite untrue. While dry dog food can be included in your dog's diet in a limited way, most products are very high in simple carbohydrates, relatively low in protein and of inferior nutritional quality. Furthermore, it is very bad for dogs to eat food that doesn't contain natural moisture.

Organic dog food is the best option if you need to rely on commercial preparations. Commercial dog foods usually contain high levels of sodium, preservatives, artificial colors and other additives that are toxic to your pet. Organic dog food products provide a guarantee that the product is natural and does not contain these toxic additions. Furthermore, the ingredients may be free of pesticides but you would need to check to make sure.

Is there even such a thing as the best dog food anymore? If you find yourself wondering about that, you are not alone. In light of recent events and exposés in the controversial pet food industry, you can hardly be blamed for asking. But fear not; read on to find out more about choosing the best dog food for your best buddy.