![]() ![]() Plant protein tends to be cheaper than meat, and lower-cost brands like Kibbles and Bits rely more heavily on it. However, dogs are more properly classified as omnivores because they have adapted to eating more plant foods since they were domesticated. Dogs are commonly thought of as carnivores, like their wolf ancestors, that should only be eating meat. Kibbles and Bits doesn’t contain a large number of legumes.Īrtificial Colors: Kibbles and Bits contains several artificial colors, which serve no nutritional purpose but are considered safe by AAFCO (pet food safety regulators) as long as only FDA-certified colors are used.Ĭan Dogs Process Protein From Plant Sources?Īs you probably noticed, Kibbles and Bits contains many plant protein sources instead of “real meat” like many more expensive brands advertise as their main ingredient. Peas, along with other legumes, are under investigation by the FDA regarding whether they play a role in the development of a certain heart condition. Peas, Carrots, Green Beans: These vegetables are a source of many nutrients, including protein and vitamins. It is a flavor source in Kibbles and Bits, but like all animal products, it also contains protein and amino acids. It serves no nutritional purpose but might be part of the reason dogs seem to love eating Kibbles and Bits.Īnimal Digest: This product is the result of degrading animal tissue (in this case, chicken) chemically or enzymatically. In this case, the animal fat used by Kibbles and Bits contains an artificial preservative, BHA.Ĭorn Syrup: Corn syrup is a sweetener often found in human food. ![]() Wheat is another possible allergen in dog food, however.Īnimal Fat: Generalized animal fat is used to make food taste better and as a concentrated source of energy and calories. It also serves as an inexpensive protein source. Whole Wheat: Wheat is a grain often used in dry pet food because it helps hold the form. Because meat meal is concentrated, it contains more protein in smaller quantities than whole meat. It cannot be made of hooves, horns, skin, manure, or stomach contents. Soy is sometimes a trigger for food allergies in dogs.īeef and Bone Meal: Meat meals, in this case beef, are products made from ground bone and flesh, usually from parts discarded after the animal is processed for human food. Soybean Meal: This ingredient serves as a protein source and also contains amino acids, fiber, fatty acids, B vitamins, and minerals. Corn provides an easy-to-digest energy source for dogs, as well as protein, amino acids, fatty acids, and antioxidants. While some dismiss corn as simply a “filler” ingredient, it actually contains several nutrients beneficial to dogs. Image Credit: Tienuskin, Shutterstock Discussion of the Primary Ingredients (Good and Bad)Ĭorn: The first ingredient in most Kibble and Bits recipes is corn. Purina Puppy Chow is a similar reasonably-priced, widely available option to consider. Kibbles and Bits does not manufacture puppy food, and dogs under a year old should be fed a different brand. ![]() Which type of dog might do better with a different brand? ![]()
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