Pet food recalls and incidents of dog-food related problems have caused many pet owners to switch their pet’s commercial dog food to a homemade one. If you are thinking along the same lines as these pet owners, here are some things to chew on before switching your pet’s food to a homemade ration.

• Learn as much as you can about pet nutrition. What your dog takes in has a very significant impact on his health and wellbeing.
• It is recommended that you consult a pet nutritionist to ensure that your dog is able to receive his daily nutritional needs.
• Your homemade ration should contain all the essential nutrients and calories that your dog needs every day. It should also be appropriate for the lifestage your pet is in.
• You should ask yourself if you have time to commit to making a homemade ration for your dog, including shopping for ingredients, mixing, measuring, cooking, etc.

Consult with your veterinarian Oshawa, ON or pet nutritionist before switching your dog on a new homemade diet.