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Originally Posted by Nancy1999  I'm just not satisfied with the web based information on what foods are bad, and why. I studied human nutrition, and know that many things are still up in the air, and things aren't as black and white as some of the "experts" suggest. I can see logic in giving breed specific formulas, for example some breeds might have more joint problems and Glucosamine would be added for this reason, as seen in both the Yorkshire terrier and Dachshund formulas. |
I couldn't agree with you more. I'm not satisfied enough to just take someone's word for it or pick at random some food that a few individuals decided in their opinion needed a '5-star' rating.
It only stands to reason that individual breeds, and individual dogs for that matter, have specific needs that may be filled nutritionally that are not the same for the next breed or dog even. Why would it not be possible to pinpoint those issues and create a breed specific formula that targets them? (With the realization that it still may not be the best option for all.)
I'm also not one to supplement just for the heck of it. I try my best, with help, to determine WHAT specific supplements my dogs need and administering it as required, changing it as needed.
The "I-feed-my-dog-this-so-you-should-too" mentality that I see alot is really bothersome, IMO. What works best for one dog may not be an option for the next. Would it not be more prudent to encourage those looking to improve their dog's diet to research, educate themselves and examine how to fulfil their dogs individual needs rather than giving them suggestions and having them choose blindly with no reason behind
why they are choosing that particular brand?