Food Suggestions?

pugpillow wrote:

Not Afraid wrote:
Also, contrary to popular belief, it is MUCH better to change your dogs food on a regular basis. Whether it is every week or so, or different foods at different meals, your dog will be less likely to develop allergies, ear infections, skin problems, etc if the protein source is changed on a regular basis. Whatever food you choose, make sure the brand offers several protein sources that you can alternate between. Eating the same thing every day is not nutritionally good for a dog - nor would it be good for us.

So true!!

I third that...I feed a mainly raw diet, but I deliberately include a small amount of kibble with multiple grain sources 'cos I believe in exposing them to commonly irritating grains (corn, wheat etc.) in small amounts so that they can build up tolerance. I don't try to make them tolerant to ridiculous artificial colours and flavours, though, so I don't pick just any kibble. (Don't try this if your dog has already developed allergies, though, and don't give too much grain.)
I also make sure they regularly get protein from different sources (including some vegetable protein) so their gut has access to the widest range of suitable amino acids. The immune system needs exercising just as much as the muscle system, in my view.
The most important thing to bear in mind is that the canine digestive system is designed to be semi-omnivorous. I do not and would not feed a cat the same diet, they wouldn't get sufficient nutrition.