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Wet or canned dog food is more palatable because it’s primarily made up of protein and fat, and little to no carbohydrates. While it can be more expensive when feeding large dogs, canned pet food for smaller breeds can prove to be a cost-effective option.
Choosing top quality wet food should consist of specified meat source as the first ingredient and limited or no by-products.
Canned or wet food can be superior to kibble in various aspects, such as:
The main downside of wet dog foods is that they tend to be more expensive compared to dry pet food. This aspect makes feeding larger dogs more expensive and less budget-friendly. Also, wet food is perishable. Once you open the can, whatever is left of the contents should be refrigerated. Any wet food that’s left on your pet’s food bowl should be discarded 1-2 hours after.
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Canned Food or Wet Food |
Kibbles or Dry Food |
Convenience |
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More convenient |
Cost |
More Costly |
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Palatability |
More Palatable |
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Shelf Life |
Longer Shelf Life |
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Ease of chew |
Easy to chew |
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Aids hydration |
Contains more moisture |
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A transition period that stretches for several days is especially important when switching your pet’s diet to wet dog food. This will ensure that your pet’s system has enough time to get used to the new diet to avoid adverse reactions, such as digestive upsets. Wet pet food is introduced gradually in increasing amounts while decreasing the kibble every day.
For some dogs, a wet food diet can increase their predisposition to accumulating plaque and tartar that could pave the way for the development of dental issues. The best way to prevent any dental issue is to brush your pet’s teeth regularly and offer a dental chew every now and then to help reduce the buildup of plaque and tartar.
Yes, as long as your pet’s nutritional needs are met appropriately. The best wet dog food to mix with dry pet food is one that is suitable for your pet’s life stage. Wet food is usually used as a topper to dry food, making kibbles more palatable and tastier. Do ensure that both the kibble and wet food that you are using are formulated for the same life stage.
Yes, of course! Many pet owners have been mixed feeding their pets. You can mix both wet and dry food in the same bowl or give kibble in the morning and wet food in the evening (or vice versa). Or you could offer wet food as a treat. Just be sure to observe the limits to avoid excessive calorie consumption and possibly, obesity and its health-related issues. Precautions should be observed especially when your pet dog is on a weight management regimen.