Australian Shepherds are active dogs that require a high-protein diet for optimal health and reduced risks such as hip dysplasia, allergies and autoimmune disease. With proper food choices comes reduced risks.
A healthy dog needs a balanced mix of proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals in his food – especially to support muscle growth and maintenance. Look for products containing animal proteins as the first ingredient.
Purina Pro Plan High Calorie
Purina Pro Plan offers an assortment of dog foods for every stage in a dog’s life, from puppy formulas that encourage healthy development to adult and senior foods designed to maintain optimal health in older pups. There are even special formulas designed for sensitive skin or stomachs, weight management issues or allergies – providing your canine friend with proper nourishment throughout its entire lifetime!
Their high-protein, low-carbohydrate dog food is designed for active pets. Containing 30% protein and 20% fat to boost oxygen metabolism to increase endurance while helping build lean muscle mass, this formula also includes glucosamine/EPA/omega-3 fatty acid supplements as well as antioxidants to support joint health.
Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach recipe was specifically created with sensitive dogs in mind, featuring salmon as a high-quality protein source, rice and oatmeal for easily digestible carbohydrates, probiotics and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, probiotics and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, probiotics as well as probiotics for intestinal health benefits and probiotics and omega-3 and 6 fatty acids to support overall digestive wellness. Gluten is avoided here in order to minimize digestive tract irritation; however it contains poultry by-product meal (which many opt against), soybean meal (also considered an ingredient that many choose not to consume) along with beef tallow which contributes extra calories that may contributes weight gain as well as carrageenan which acts as thickener or texturizer in canned food which may cause digestive distress when eaten alone or when fed together.
Wag Grain Free Chicken & Beef Recipe Dog Food
Wag is an emerging brand exclusive to Amazon (though subscription service may help save time and money). Produced at their family-owned California facility with globally-sourced ingredients, Wag dog food provides more protein per calorie for less money.
This grain-free diet with lamb and brown rice makes an excellent option for dogs with chicken allergies, with large kibble sizes designed to support healthy teeth and bones as well as providing muscle development through protein. In addition, antioxidants help boost immunity function while salmon oil benefits heart health.
This dog food features a stew-like consistency with beef, chicken and vegetable chunks suspended in a beef broth. Although no wheat was used during production, this adult-level food still includes protein to meet energy requirements; additional health benefits include added glucosamine and DHA for joint support, omega fatty acids to aid skin and coat health and herring meal as a low-fat source of high-protein nutrition. Furthermore, the food is free from corn, wheat and soy as well as artificial flavors or dairy.
Merrick Healthy Grains Real Beef
Merrick Pet Food is one of the premier dog food brands on the market with an expansive lineup of recipes tailored specifically for each pet’s health needs. All their offerings feature high levels of protein sourced from named meat meals that deliver essential amino acids essential for muscular development and vitality, while their products also avoid ingredients like corn, wheat, soy and gluten, making them suitable for pets with allergies or sensitivities.
Garth Merrick founded his company in 1988 when he began home-cooking for his own Australian Shepherd to ensure she received optimal nutrition. Over time, they expanded into offering dog food products tailored specifically for puppies, adults, and seniors – each recipe carefully created to match your Australian Shepherd’s individual dietary requirements, which becomes especially vital as dogs age and need different nutritional needs.
Merrick products are manufactured and cooked in kitchens that adhere to FDA regulations. Their Classic Healthy Grains Real Beef + Brown Rice Recipe with Ancient Grains contains high levels of quality protein from beef. Other key ingredients include pearled barley, oat meal and ground rice – rich sources of nutrients including fiber and B-vitamin rich whole grains as well as natural energy boosters.
