Looking for the best food for your Pug puppy? You’re not sure where to start? Well, here are some tips that can help you in your search.
1.A quality protein source is a must. Chicken meal is by far the best. It has less water than chicken meat and is more concentrated.
2. Don’t buy foods that contain corn, wheat, gluten, dairy, or soy. These are cheap fillers and many dogs are allergic to grains like corn and wheat.
3. Chemical preservatives are a definite no-no when it comes to quality dog food. Make sure the food you choose does not contain BHA, BHT, or ethoxoquine.
4. Choose a food that is very high quality and completely natural. If the dog food is of high quality, it is not necessary to feed a puppy. Look for one approved by AAFCO (American Association of Food Control Officials) for ALL life stages, both puppy and adult.
5. By-products should never be given to a puppy. They will appear as “by product” in the ingredient list. This could include chicken feet, intestines, feathers, etc. These inferior ingredients are added to many commercial puppy foods. Read your labels carefully and say no to by-products.
6. You want a food rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Good nutrition is essential for a Pug puppy in his peak growing years. Dogs, by design, were destined to live 20 years or more. Unfortunately, due to poor nutrition, their lives are cut short.
Remember that your puppy depends on you to make good decisions when it comes to his health.
