Today, there are a lot of options for best dog food in India. During the 1980’s or 1990’s I do not think there were enough options for best dog food in India like today. Times have changed so much and today we have enough good brands offering the best dog food in India. In case you are not able to prepare dog food at home then you have to definitely hunt for the best dog food online.
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Which is best food for dogs?
Before buying the best food for dog, did you ever analyze the ingredients of the dog food? Most dog food brands in India claim to be the the best dog food. But before buying them did you find out more what is the nutrition your dog is receiving based on its size?
Before buying any dog food; do note these points to identify what is the best dog food and then decide to proceed with the food or not irrespective of the brand.
- The two main ingredient should always be first in the list.
- Should not have any artificial colors, chemical preservatives added.
- No harmful ingredients.
- Complete and balanced 100% nutritious diet.
- Should not have less nutritious filler foods like Sugar or Corn syrup that replaces healthy food.
- Should have natural or organic ingredients.
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Which dog food is the best – Dry food or Wet food?
During World War II pet food were only in metal cans. But due the war there was a serious shortage in metals and there stopped the production of metal cans. As the pet food business was hit they decided to ‘bake & process’ the canned food into dry food and pack them in bags. This was a temporary solution. The war got over but the dry food made its name as fast food for dogs.
If you feel pet companies made the dog food dry thinking it is healthier, then you are wrong. We all would have studied in school that humans are made of 55%-75% water and so is the case with dogs and most other animals too. Dry food is in dense with calories and dogs fed excessively with dry food are usually overweight. Sadly, in India there are not much options for high nutritious dog foods in India. Always keep in mind to keep a bowl of water next to the dry food bowl.
Technology has advanced so much and research is being done everyday on dog foods and some of the well known dog food brands have variety of options in both dry foods and canned foods.
I have shortlisted some famous and common dog food brands in India below. These are definitely not the top compared to what you get in western countries, but still are alternative dog food.
Top 5 Best Dog Food In India
Royal Canin Dog Food
Royal Canin originate in France in 1967 and since then has spread its products across the globe. It has become a household dog food name in India. They have a wide variety of options of dog food based on size, age, breed and lifestyle for cats or dogs. The main ingredients of their products are Chicken meal, brown rice, corn, chicken fat and wheat gluten.
- Helps support optimal digestibility thanks to an exclusive formula including very high quality protein and a balanced supply of dietary fibre.
- Helps support large breed dogs’ healthy bones and joints, which can be placed under stress by body weight.
- Enriched with Omega 3 fatty acids (EPA-DHA) to help maintain healthy skin.
Pedigree dog food
Pedigree again another household name for dog food in India. Dog food pedigree is one of the most searched dog food online. Pedigree dog food have a wide options in dry food, canned food and treats for dogs. They have lot of filler foods like Corn, Gluten meal. Before buying those big packets of Pedigree always buy a small 1kg pack and give it to your dog. Some dogs are allergic to Corn or Gluten meal.
- Complete and balanced dog food for adult dogs
- Contains 20% crude Protein, 10% crude Fat, and 5% crude Fibre
- Provides strong muscles, bones & teeth and healthier & shinier coat
- Also promotes Digestive Health and supports Natural Defences
- Provides dogs the 5 Signs of Good Health – a PEDIGREE assurance!
- Dogs need 2x Calcium, 2.5x Iron & 9x Vitamin B12 than humans
You can read in more detail about Review of pedigree dog food here – https://petcaretips.in/review-of-pedigree-dog-food/
Drools dog food
Drools is another well known brand and they are known for manufacturing the dog food under direct supervision from veterinarians and nutritionists. Their food is categorized based on age & size. It has got meat as main ingredient and it reduces to 1/4th when cooked and rest left would be rice and by products.
- Real chicken, our #1 ingredient, helps in maintaining lean muscles of your dog for a top body condition
- A great combination of ingredients with the goodness of Vitamins and Minerals that maintain strong bones and a healthy digestive system.
- Protein enriched food with proper ratio of nutritional elements that provide optimum health benefits to your pet.
- These kibbles to control tartar build-up
- Suitable for all breeds of dogs
Purina dog food
Another well known dog food in India. It is suitable for shiny coat as it has Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids. It is good for dogs which have a gastric problem. Some of the features are below.
- PURINA SUPERCOAT Adult dog food from Nestlé
- Australia’s #1 dry dog food brand now in India
- Tailored nutrition for your dog’s overall health to bring out his active best
- Builds his strong muscle with protein-rich diet
- Develops his shiny coat & healthy skin with Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids
- Enhances his immune protection with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Keeps his digestive system healthy with natural fibre
- Suited for all adult dog breeds like Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Beagle, Pug, and others
- Natural – Contains no artificial colors and flavors
- Contains Min. 23% Protein and Min. 10% Fat
Meat up dog food
This is a new brand in the market and I see mixed reviews. However, it is cheaper than Pedigree and offering the same nutrients. Some of the features are
- Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat
- Antioxidants for strong immune system
- Probiotics in dry formula help maintain digestive health
- Glucosamine for healthy joints and strong bones
- Vitamins and minerals for complete and balanced nutrition
Unfortunately some of the best dog foods like Nutra Gold, Taste of the wild, Arden Grange are still to be sold in India. In case you come across more nutritional dog foods being sold do let me know. I will update the post with your details.
However, I would always recommend freshly prepared home made food with freshly cooked chicken, beef, eggs. Giving dry food once a day would be fine. Replacing the regular food with these dry foods are not recommended by veterinarians either.
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