Hey, Happy Wednesday!
This time of year sees an upsurge in people welcoming dogs to their homes. Many of these are puppies, but a large number are rescues because there is still a catastrophic problem with abandonments and dogs kept it in cruel conditions. So my hat goes off to anyone who takes in a rescue dog, whether adopting or fostering.
Giving any dog a good and loving home is, quite simply, one of the best things any human can do. Like a child, no puppy chooses to be born and deserves nothing less than warmth, affection, food and stability — at whatever stage of life. Of
course, not every rescue dog is abandoned or neglected; some may become homeless due to the death of their pet parent or financial problems. But, whatever the circumstances, these rescue dogs need to find a new home. Bringing a rescue dog into your home can come with challenges — for you, the dog, your family and any other dogs you have. These challenges might involve feeding them. Which is why we’ve written this article:
The title doesn’t cover everything in the article. It’s got a load of tips, including what questions to ask, dealing with food aggression, helping the dog reach a healthy weight and transitioning them to a new food. Even if you don’t have a rescue dog or plans to get one, please share this with anyone who does or is considering it. I think it’s a really helpful
guide. And remember, rescue shelters always need our help, so anything you can spare by way of time, money, toys, or even food, really helps. Have a fabulous rest of your week.
Until next time, Andrew Editor
The Dog Food Advisor
Saving Good Dogs From Bad Dog Food
There's a lot of tempting phrases you'll see on dog food labels. Some of these are purely marketing terms designed to appeal to pet parents, while some are useful and
actually tell you something about the food. And some
are both appealing and useful. One of these is “human-grade”. But what does “human-grade” mean when it comes to dog food? We put questions to Brandon Stapleton, a DVM and head veterinarian for 5-star-rated The Farmer's Dog. They included:
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