Organic And Non-Organic Dog Foods, Are They The Same?

As you know, commercial dog food is available in a wide variety of colours, sizes, flavors, and shapes. The actual difference is naturally the ingredients contained in the products. You will be amazed to learn that the compound list on dog food labels reads very much like human junk food. Some ingredients are even hard to pronounce and are borrowed from medical encyclopedias. Then of course you can find dog foods that are teeming with artificial ingredients, additives and preservatives that can be harmful to pets. So just what is "Spot" to do with regards to healthy eating?

Numerous pet owners are using organic dog foods to nourish their pets. Just as we humans are mindful of what we eat, these pet owners take that same awareness and use it to make smarter decisions about excluding chemicals in their dogs' diets. Organic dog treats are the next best thing to all organic dog food, as they are free of the pesticides and insecticides that are found in many foods.

Be aware of food labels nonetheless, as they can be very misleading. Natural dog food is not the same as "organic" dog food and this can be very misleading for many. The truth is, "natural" foods are not held to the same higher standard as "organic" foods. The USDA must certify a food as organic, in order for the food to be labeled as such. Natural dog food are considerably less costly than their organic counterparts, and therefore are not regarded as dependable. Natural foods do however assure the absence of food colouring and additives such as sodium metabisulfite or ethoxyquin, that are allergens associated with allergies, cancer and even brain damage.

Even though organic food servings are pricier and contain about half the amount of food in volume compared to non-organic food, dogs are reportedly more delighted by the lesser amount due to the purity of the healthier ingredients contained. This makes the organic and non-organic dog foods very comparable in price.

The bottom line is that deciding to feed your dog organic food instead of the preservative and chemically rich non-organic food can certainly go a long way in helping your dog live a more healthy and troublefree life free of allergies, skin ailments, diabetes and cancer. An added advantage may be the lower vet bills brought on by your dog.

Keep your dog in good health by observing what you put in that doggy tummy. Enjoy your dog in good health!