Review: Is Animo Dog Food Worth the Hype?

Dog food is a delightful treat for our furry friends, packed with a rich array of nutrients essential for their wellbeing.

I. Texture Matters

Contrary to popular belief, there's no strict rule dictating that large dogs should eat largegrained dog food, while small dogs should stick to smallgrained varieties. The choice of grain size should primarily be guided by the dog's ability to thoroughly chew. If the kibble is too large, it can lead to inadequate chewing and digestive issues. Conversely, if the kibble is too small, your dog might not chew at all, indicating a poor chewing ability which can be harmful to their health. The size of the dog food granules should ideally challenge the dog's chewing skills regularly.

Generally, larger kibble is not ideal for dogs with shorter snouts and is better suited for those with lessthanoptimal digestive systems. As dogs grow older, it's advisable to gradually increase the size of the kibble. Older dogs often experience a decline in digestive function, and larger granules can prevent them from eating too quickly, reducing the strain on their digestive system.

II. Nutritional Richness

1. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for a dog's body. To maintain their health, support growth, ensure heart function, circulation, gastrointestinal motility, muscle contraction, and other activities, dogs require a substantial amount of energy, with about 80% of it coming from carbohydrates.

2. Proteins are crucial components of a pet's body tissues and cells, serving multiple functions such as transmission, support, protection, and movement. Proteins also play a vital role in regulating and catalyzing the pet's life activities and physiological metabolism.

3. Fats and Fatty Acids are significant components of a pet's body tissues, involved in the composition and repair of nearly all cells. They are present in the skin, bones, muscles, nerves, blood, and organs, accounting for 10% to 20% of a dog's body weight.

4. Fiber is a plant polysaccharide that is abundant on Earth, making up about 15% to 30% of the dry matter in plant cell walls. Found in vegetables, beets, and various bran, fiber is essential for the digestion, utilization, and absorption of nutrients by animals.

5. Mineral Elements include macrominerals (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride), trace minerals (iron, copper, zinc, manganese, selenium, iodine), and other minerals (arsenic, boron, silicon, vanadium). These elements play a crucial role in regulating a pet's bodily functions.

6. Vitamins are essential for a pet's metabolism and are typically lowmolecularweight organic compounds that the body cannot synthesize on its own. Most vitamins, except for a few, are provided through pet food, including vitamins A, D, E, K, B1, B2, B6, niacin, pantothenic acid, B12, folic acid, biotin, choline, vitamin C, and vitaminlike substances.

7. Water is an essential nutrient that is often overlooked in dietary discussions. Pet owners should ensure their dogs receive adequate water daily.

Tip: For more insights into selecting the right dog food, check out our article "How to Choose the Best Dog Food."

Remember, a wellbalanced diet is the cornerstone of your dog's health and happiness.