A clear difference between cheaper brands of dog food and the more premium ranges is the ingredients. Lower priced dog food will often contain grain fillers – a concern for dogs as these will usually cause an inflammation of the skin, stemming from gluten allergies, leading to a thin and unhealthy coat. The meat used in such foods will also be of a lower grade, containing animal by-products that will have little nutritional benefit for your dog.

James Wellbeloved Dog Food is made up of selective, high quality, hypo-allergenic ingredients. Meats such as duck, lamb and turkey are less likely to cause an allergic reaction over chicken, beef and pork. That is why James Wellbeloved uses only these meats as the source of protein in their dog food. As for carbohydrates, rice is chosen over grain fillers but they also supply a cereal free range, using potatoes and peas that reduce the itchiness on the skin and coat.

A brand that prides itself on its top quality ingredients, sourced from local UK farms, is Arden Grange. Arden Grange Dog Food uses the finest human grade meat and is free from added sugar and salt. They take pride in making sure all stages of manufacturing the food allows optimum health benefits – for example, they add extra volumes of certain ingredients whose nutrient levels are reduced during cooking.

If you are looking to provide your dog with food that they were biologically designed to eat then Orijen dog food is an excellent choice. Orijen’s select balance of ingredients naturally suits a dog’s digestive system – meaning higher levels of protein and lower levels of carbohydrate. They use a calculated ratio of 70/30/0 – 75% meat for protein, 25% fruit and vegetables for essential vitamins and minerals, and 0% grain – a food stuff introduced to domesticated dogs’ diets by artificial food processes.

Choosing a premium dog food is not just a tastier treat for your dog but will also provide plenty of benefits for your dog’s health and well-being. So if you have any concerns about “supermarket” brands not providing your dog with the best ingredients available, you can be confident in putting your trust in the abundance of premium foods on the market.