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Did you know that what's printed on your dog's food package isn't always straight forward? Learn all the insights behind what's printed on the label.
Updated on January 15th, 2026
Find out what exactly a grain-free diet is and why it is important to consult veterinarian to select your dog’s diet if you think he has food sensitivities.
Updated on January 15th, 2026
See what options there are with a raw dog food diet.
Updated on January 15th, 2026
Get insights into natural dog food ingredients and learn how they support your pup’s overall health and well-being.
Updated on January 15th, 2026
You’ve likely heard plenty about grain-free diets and natural dog foods, but you might be wondering: What is human-grade dog food?
Updated on January 15th, 2026
These are questions that really depend on your individual dog, as well as your needs. Most owners try to look for foods that don't have a lot of fillers, IE animal byproducts, too many grains, non-natural ingredients, etc. Ingredients are listed by their volume, so the ones at the top of the list are in a higher quantity than the lower, however the same ingredient may be broken down into different parts and listed several times. Grains and wheat are a good source of energy and carbohydrates, however some dogs do have allergies or issues with digesting them, so they should be avoided if this is the case with your own dog. All commercial dog foods have to meet AAFCO guidelines for nutrition, so making sure the food you choose has a statement that it meets those guidelines is good.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Every dog is a little different and you may have to experiment a bit to find the food that Roscoe tolerates the best. I don't know what your budget is, or what is specifically available in your area, but here are a few brand options: Natural Balance Taste of the Wild Merrick Canidae Most of these brands offer grain free treats as well. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! I would avoid the foods with a lot of dyes, like in Beneful. Royal Canin is an excellent food and wheat, corn, and rice grain are not bad ingredients. I would stick with Royal Canin. Good luck and kisses to Soska!
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! You have probably noticed the very large variety of diets available in the market. I personally prefer the Purina Pro Plan and Hill's diets as they are palatable and also good in terms of ingredients. Both of these companies have their own puppy diets. There is currently no strong scientific evidence that grains are harmful and should be avoided so I do not really pay attention to that. Good luck!
Updated on November 25th, 2025
According to Purina, their chicken by product meal is made "of chicken that has been ground and cooked, reducing the fat content to create a protein-rich ingredient." I feed my dog Purina ProPlan and regularly recommend it to others. It is one of the few foods he can eat without issue. While grains have been implicated in allergies, not all dogs who eat grains in food develop allergies. If your dog does well with what you are feeding, there is no need to change it or be concerned. There is no one "best" food. Feed what your dog will eat, does well on and is easy for you to buy.
Updated on November 25th, 2025