First let us begin by stating the obvious, you love your dog. I am sure he is loved just as much as any member of your family. Now would you ever feed your beloved family member something that you knew could cause his kidneys to fail?

Would you give him something that could cause him extreme pain, and eventual death? Of course not!

Chances are though, that you unknowingly feed your pet this poison everyday.

Commercial pet food is killing pets on a daily basis and the government is doing nothing to stop it. With a little research though, you can learn the secrets to prolonging your dog’s life and saving him from future pain and suffering.

To understand why commercial dog food is so bad we should begin with what exactly is in the “quality” food you are feeding your loved one.

We will start with the advertised ingredients; prime cuts of beef, chicken, whole grains. What they failed to mention is that those prime cuts of beef are actually the parts that no humans will eat or pieces that are so rotten and diseased that they aren’t allowed to feed them to humans.

Those prime cut are also hooves, rectum, intestine, bones, blood and horns. You will also find plastic from ear tags and the packaging used at stores. Why plastic store packaging? It’s really quite simple you don’t get any money if you throw out rotten meat. O.k., but why the plastic you may ask again? You lose some of the profit if you pay someone to remove the tray and wrap. Plus if you process it enough dogs will still eat it, especially if you cover it in grease.

Ok, the beef is questionable but there is still the chicken and all those whole grains. Right?

True, but the chicken is just as bad as the beef. The only difference is that instead of horns, there are beaks and instead of hooves there are feet. Now, on to the whole grains. The mouldy, contaminated, poor quality whole grains that the companies so lovingly put in the food meant to feed mans best friend. That’s the good grains, the whole grains, there are other grains too. Grains that have had everything man might want extracted from them and then we feed what is left to our pets.

Why do this, when we could feed them healthy homemade dog food? You can take charge of what is going into your dog’s body and keep the rotten filth out.

Now the title of this article is Kidney Failure in Dogs – Are You Poisoning Your Dog Without Knowing It? So let’s talk about your poor dogs kidneys. Kidneys are in the body to remove toxins. If your dog is ingesting rotten food, and who knows what else, imagine how hard his kidneys are working on a daily basis.

Now multiply that over years of being fed the lovely ingredients found in commercial dog food every day. It’s surprising that kidney failure in dogs isn’t the number one cause of death. It actually amazes me that all dogs fed this lovely “food” don’t die within the first year of life!

I could not imagine how bad a person would feel if they ate even a bite of what we make our beloved pets eat daily.

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Is healthy dog food a myth? You’ve probably wondered, since hearing about the recent dog food recalls. Pet lovers like you fear that their dogs will suffer like so many others that ate food containing dangerous ingredients – wheat gluten and a product used in the production of plastics.

If you’re like other dog owners, you’re taking a much closer look at those dog food labels. They claim to offer the top quality, balanced diet for your pet, but how can you know if it’s true? How do you guarantee that your dog eats only healthy food? Is it even possible to get healthy dog food from manufacturers now?

It has become tougher to find inexpensive healthy dog food. They use high levels of preservatives and take a lot of processing that destroys nutrients. Many use filler to make up the quantity but it does nothing for quality. The most common fillers are wheat and corn. Dogs don’t need corn. In fact, it can be slow to digest, giving your dog no nutrients whatsoever.

Corn and wheat can also trigger allergies in some dogs. Any grain product should include the entire grain so your dog gets all the benefits including fiber, vitamins and minerals. Look for rolled oats, barley, millet and brown rice as these will provide the best nutritional value.

When you read the dog food label, look for those with the best ingredient ratio, which is 40% meat, 50% vegetables and 10% grains. The items are listed in order of quantity. You’ll want to make sure meat is at the top of the list.

Watch out for meat by-products as this can include indigestible parts of the animals such as feet and beaks. Also, be aware of manufacturers who list meat as the main product, and then follow it with meat by-products. This alters the nutritional ratio significantly.

Did you know that Vitamins A and B make good preservatives? Look for labels and slipcovers that list these instead of the cancer-causing chemical preservatives BHA, BHT and Ethoxyquin.

Choose a good quality, reputable dog food rather than economy brands as the premium food will contain ingredients of higher nutritional value.

Keep in mind that your dog might benefit more from a specific type of dog food, rather than a one-for-all brand. While both types of food offer value, some dogs have additional needs. Factors include your breed’s inherited health risks, your dog’s activity levels and any other underlying conditions that require certain dog food nutrients.

If you want to ensure your dog receives only healthy dog food, you can make it yourself. There are many recipes available online and in dog recipe books. Run an Internet search and you’re sure to find a wealth of choices. Look for dog-related forums. People love to go online and chat about their favorite subject – their pets – and share recipes.

Knowing how to read dog food labels will help you to identify the best product for your pet, but you can’t beat homemade for your peace of mind and to provide the best nutritional and healthy dog food to your beloved best friend.

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Sylvia Dickens is an award-winning journalist who is also a lifelong dog owner. You can read more dog training tips at http://ebook-haven.com/dogtraining.htm . Don’t forget to pick up your free copy of her latest booklet, “Unveiling the Myths & Mysteries of Owning a Puppy” at http://ebook-haven.com/PuppyGuide1.php