Keep Your Pet Healthy With Organic Pet Food by:Anthony Higgins

Pet food can be expensive, and if the news of the past several years is any indication

, dangerous as well. Tainted dog and cat foods have sickened and killed a large number of our beloved furry friends.

What was, in the past, thought to have been intestinal and skin allergies, is now being revealed as illness due to the additives in commercial dog foods. It has gotten to such a point that a responsible pet owner does not know exactly where to turn. We have to continue to feed our four legged family members, but we do not want to put them at any kind of risk.

One of the easiest and best ways to find safe and healthy food for your pet is by using the organic pet food brands that are becoming more and more widely available, or by simply making your own. Before making the switch to organic foods, there are a few things that you should consider.

First, do not make a sudden diet switch. Ease your dog or cat into a new food routine gradually so that he does not develop any kind of stomach issues. Buy the new organic food, or your homemade mix, and start blending it with the old brand. Mix it fifty-fifty first, then, gradually increase the amount of the new food until the change over is complete.

Many pet stores carry organic food brands, but another reliable source can be online. Check out organic pet food websites; buying directly from the source may actually be cheaper in the long run. Again, do not buy a huge amount of the new food until you are sure that the pet can tolerate it and likes it. It does not matter how much a food costs, it is not a bargain if nobody will eat it. Some sites have sample sizes, but if they do not, buy the smallest amount possible before committing to a large amount. (The smaller size will be more expensive in the long run, but again, it is not a bargain if you have a fifty pounds of dog food that Fido snubs.)

Making your own dog food, of course would be the ultimate goal. There are no huge dollars to be lost if your Rover decides he doesn't like what you "cook". You can experiement to your hearts desire until you come up with the prefect meal that is nutritionally balanced and your dog loves - then freeze it in larger quantities!

Gain a better understanding of commercial dog foods and learn how to avoid skin and gastro-intestinal allergies in your furry friends!

About the author

For these and other "secrets" to making the perfect dog food for your dog read Dog Food Secrets . Also included is a great collection of well-balanced dog food recipes

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