Holistic may sound appealing, but in reality is simply a marketing term that has no regulatory oversight from FDA, AAFCO or USDA.
Search out ingredients that encourage healthy coat, digestion and immunity – this will ensure that your pup lives a longer, healthier life.
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1. Know Your Pet’s Needs
Holistic food provides your pet with high-quality proteins, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals in proportions that promote overall wellness. Incorporating ingredients that support digestive health as well as joint health (glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are often included) free from artificial flavors, additives or preservatives – this holistic option offers your pup the nutrition she needs for maximum performance!
Earthborn Holistic provides multiple formulas tailored specifically to the nutritional needs of your dog or cat. Each holistic formula features fruits, vegetables, meats and Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids for overall wellness, plus a digestive botanical to maintain balance digestion while improving gut and immune system health.
This holistic dog food features chicken, chicken fat, millet and oats/barley as sources of protein and carbs for energy. Additionally, this formula does not contain grains/potatoes which could lead to food intolerance issues.
2. Look for Natural Ingredients
Puppies have specific nutritional needs, and holistic puppy foods designed for them. Look for ingredients such as salmon, anchovies, and sardines as these provide protein and essential fats while veggie, fruit and superfood ingredients will keep your pup energized throughout their growth.
Consider feeding your puppy food that contains whole grains instead of grain fragments or bran, which can be hard on his digestive system. Also choose holistic pet food without fillers or artificial additives which could potentially lead to obesity, allergies and other health concerns.
Earthborn Holistic Puppy Vantage is an example of a nutritious, natural puppy food designed with your pup in mind. This blend features high levels of fish oil to promote a healthy coat and skin, low filler levels and more easily digestible proteins; and meets all AAFCO nutritional profiles for growth, reproduction and all life stages.
3. Ask for Advice
If you’re confused about which food would best suit your pup, seeking advice from an experienced pet parent may help determine which option would be the most beneficial based on his/her individual nutritional requirements and health concerns.
If your dog suffers from allergies, a holistic diet could provide valuable relief. It will contain ingredients to soothe itching, flaking skin and other symptoms associated with an allergy attack; additionally, its high concentration of fish oil and vitamin E content will keep their coat healthy.
A holistic diet includes high doses of probiotics to promote good bacteria in your dog’s stomach and digestive tract. This may help reduce gas, bloat, improve digestion and decrease bowel movements; some owners have noted their dog’s allergies have improved significantly after switching to such a diet.
4. Check the Label
When choosing holistic food for your pup, there are a few considerations you must keep in mind. The Association of American Feed Control Officials sets quality standards for pet foods but lacks an official definition for “holistic.” That means the food may still contain fillers or chemical additives.
Verify the ingredients on the label to determine their quality. If there are too many corn, wheat or soy grains containing low quality grains such as those used to produce fast food (corn, wheat and soy are often poor quality grains), avoid purchasing that product altogether. Furthermore, ensure it contains no preservatives, synthetic chemicals or additives which could compromise its integrity.
Earthborn Holistic Coastal Catch is a holistic dog food designed to foster optimal growth and development in puppies and adult dogs alike. Packed with high-quality proteins and fats for energy production and superfoods and species-specific probiotics for digestive support, as well as being cooked using an optimally nutritious uptake process, this food makes an excellent choice for puppies as well as adult dogs of all sizes.
