We are often asked the question: "Which is better - dog food with or without grains?" As you will know, Pro Pac Ultimates has a range of formulas for both, and both are high quality foods that tens of thousands of dogs worldwide eat daily and thrive on. So the answer to the question, "Grains or no grains?" is really "It depends." Many people would assume that grain free is more natural, but this is not necessarily the case. It also does not necessarily mean your dog will do better than a grain-inclusive food. Here are some important things to remember when you consider which food to feed your dog, especially if it contains grains.
- Look at the complete ingredient list. A quality food must have a quality meat as the first ingredient. This means chicken, lamb or fish (not beef). Preferably it should be as "meal", which is the concentrated form of meat. Meat should be the basis of any dog's diet so don't choose any food that does not list meat as the first ingredient on the label. All Pro Pac Ultimates formulas have chicken, lamb or fish meal as the first and main ingredient.
- Beware of "red flag" ingredients. These are the ingredients that may cause allergies and other health problems in dogs. They are not suitable to feed your dog, but unfortunately are in many foods. They are often used to create a lower cost food, so price can be a good indicator of the quality of the final product. "Red flag" ingredients to avoid include beef, soy, wheat and gluten, sorghum, anything labelled a "by-product", dairy products and artificial preservatives, flavorings and colourings. No Pro Pac Ultimates formula contains any of these "red flag" ingredients.
- Choose soft, whole grains. The best grain in dog food is rice. This is easy on digestion, helps to regulate blood sugars and has other health benefits. A food with rice is perfectly fine just avoid wheat and other grains.
All Pro Pac Ultimates formulas that are not grain free contain rice as the only grain. If you follow the above guidelines, then whether you use a formula with or without grains is largely a matter of personal choice. You may find your dog does better on one type or another. All Pro Pac Ultimates formulas have been created to combine the finest ingredients to create the best health possible for your dog. All natural, holistic foods - whichever you choose, your dog will do well! To purchase Pro Pac Ultimates for your dog, visit www.petfooddirect.co.nz. As the sole importer and distributor of Pro Pac Ultimates in New Zealand, we bring you these exceptional foods at a price lower than you might expect.