As their dogs age, their nutritional needs become more specific. Senior dog food often includes supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint health as well as probiotics for digestive support.
The optimal senior dog food contains high-quality proteins like chicken or beef to support muscle mass and body weight management while omega-3 fatty acids provide essential support for skin and coat health.
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Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula is an ideal food choice for senior dogs. Packed full of high-grade proteins and antioxidants that support muscle maintenance, this dry kibble offers optimal support to maintain their wellbeing.
This food is packed with real meat, whole grains and garden fruits to give your pup all of the nutrition he needs for optimal weight maintenance. Plus it features our Super 7 package of antioxidant-rich ingredients designed to support his immune system!
Additionally, this diet features L-Carnitine and carbohydrates to provide energy for active lifestyles and glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint health and mobility.
This formula contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids to support skin and coat health, along with vitamins, chelated minerals, and antioxidants for overall wellbeing.
Canidae Grain-Free PURE
Canidae offers an expansive selection of dry dog foods made with high-grade animal proteins. Most formulas use turkey and chicken meal as primary proteins, although they also use fish meal, which contains lots of omega-3 fatty acids.
PURE grain-free line offers recipes with generous protein concentrations – well above the AAFCO minimum requirement of 18% crude protein [1]. Their recipes cover an assortment of proteins ranging from bison to duck.
Pet-care professionals also recommend giving dogs small amounts of flaxseed, an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and low-fat carbs that won’t set off food allergies.
Canidae has only ever issued one voluntary recall in the last 20 years; that happened in 2012 due to salmonella contamination at one of their food production plants. They prioritize quality and ensure their recipes are produced exclusively at their own manufacturing facilities.
Purina ONE Sensitive Skin & Stomach
Sensitive stomachs in dogs may have difficulty digesting certain foods and may experience loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, gas or bloating and even skin problems.
When purchasing senior dog food, search for formulas designed to address sensitive stomachs. Such foods utilize ingredients with reduced fat, carbohydrates and proteins so as to maintain optimal GI function in your pup.
Purina Smartblend formula for dogs uses salmon as its main protein source, making it suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs. It also features easy-to-digest grains like rice and pearled barley that promote digestive health.
This formula contains probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids to promote skin and coat health; glucosamine/EPA to support joint health; and high-quality protein for strong muscles. Plus, its formulation without corn/wheat/soy gives your pup an all-natural diet!
Nutro Natural Choice Senior Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe
Nutro Natural Choice Senior Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food is an all-inclusive meal designed to provide your senior pup with essential nutrition they require for healthy living and activity. Formulated from real lamb as its first ingredient and featuring nutritious grains and vegetables as secondary components. Plus, essential vitamins and minerals provide additional support to overall wellness of your senior pup!
This food was developed specifically for large breed dogs and makes an excellent option for older pets. Its high protein content promotes lean muscle development while helping your pet remain at their ideal weight throughout life.
This diet is free from chicken by-product meals or artificial flavors or preservatives, and its ingredients come from trusted farmers and suppliers sourced locally to keep your pup happy and healthy throughout his or her life.
