7 Dog Food Mistakes You Might Be Making

This is a question many pet parents ponder as they scan the dog food aisle or browse the internet for advice.Great Pet Care spoke with two experts about typical dog food mistakes: Dr.Fadl says one of the most common mistakes pet parents can make is to select dog food with savvy marketing but without nutritional claims that can be verified.Fadl says to look for veterinary-formulated dog food, which generally means that a veterinarian or veterinary nutritionist has approved the food for its nutritional content.
She says you can also look for dog food with a nutritional adequacy statement from the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), which ensures the quality and safety of dog food.Fadl says it is essential to feed your dog food appropriate for his or her age.