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Puppy Vs.
Adult Dog Food
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Marketers can do a lot of hyping
such as putting the words "recommended by veterinarians" on the
dog food label. However due to the fact that there is no
guideline for that usage of the term, it becomes meaningless.
For example, even if one veterinarian out of a million
recommends it; it can still be labeled as "recommended by
veterinarians".
However any dog foods labeled as "complete and balanced" must
meet standards established by the Association of American Feed
Control Officials (AAFCO). Which means that before any marketer
can put the term “complete and balanced” on the label. They must
pass a test with a set guideline. Looking at the guideline
table, you can clearly see that there is a difference between
puppy "growth and reproduction" and adult "maintenance" dog
food.
So the next time you go shopping for dog food. Don't just grab
the cheapest one. If you have a puppy, get him the growth one
and vice versa for an adult. However keep in mind that giving an
adult puppy food is not often a good idea due to the increase in
protein. Please check with your vet before making any changes in
your dog's diet.
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