The deal with canned food.

[lt_danish]

Ok. After a great deal of thought and reasoning about switching to raw foods I have decided that it is just not realistic for me. I don't have a car to pick up a bulk amount of meat at one time, and live in a small condo with no space of an extra deep-freezer to store meat in. We are stuck with one tiny apartment size fridge between two humans and one dog. So I am left with... kibble. Whats the deal with canned food? I mixed with with puppy kibble so it made the food mushy when baby teeth were falling out and hums were sore. But should I continue to use some canned food on a daily or weekly basis with dry food? I have not yet choosen which particular brand to feed. She is currently on Wellness brand puppy food. I don't know if I will continue with the adult formula or switch to another brand.

[Prin]

Adding some canned as a supplement is ok. It makes the food tastier and can give some vitamins and things that the dog is missing... But it's not necessary.

[luckypenny]

Originally Posted by Prin

Adding some canned as a supplement is ok. It makes the food tastier

I agree. I always add a tablespoon or two to my dogs' kibble and they love it.

[Scott_B]

When your ready to switch to an adult kibble, can I suggest Innova Evo, or one of the other high protein, grainfree kibbles.

[rainbow]

I agree with Prin.....adding canned food is not necessary.

And, ummmmm......I've been looking at your avatar.....what is your puppy doing?

[geisha]

According to the Whole Dog Journal (March) canned can be beneficial for dogs with kidney ailments due to the moisture. It can also help a dieting dog feel full faster. Canned foods contain far more animal protein than dry. I wonder if they are including the new grain free diets in the last statement. I add a bit to my dogs' bowls for the moisture and they're always happy! However if you think your pup needs moisture just add warm water and wait a few minutes. Cheers!!

[Prin]

Originally Posted by rainbow

And, ummmmm......I've been looking at your avatar.....what is your puppy doing?

Don't look! Give her some privacy!

Geisha, I doubt they're including the high protein ones, or any of the less grainy ones.