Healthy dry food for dogs: The 5 Most Important Ingredients 

A balanced and healthy diet is the starting point for a great dog life. Feeding must also be suitable for everyday use: For many dog owners, dry food is therefore the best option. When choosing the right food, however, some questions arise: What makes a high-quality dry food? Which ingredients are particularly important? Does dry food provide my dog with everything he needs? In this article, you will learn what five top ingredients a healthy dry food should have and how to find the perfect food for your pet.

1. High-quality meat as a source of protein: The most important ingredient!

One of the most important criteria for good dog food is the meat content. Dogs are carnivores by nature to a large extent and need a protein-rich diet with a balanced amino acid distribution. The right dry food for dogs should therefore contain a high proportion of high-quality meat and thus animal proteins. Make sure that meat is at the top of the ingredient list and that it is declared meat, such as chicken, beef, or lamb.

Proteins are essential for your dog's muscle building, cell regeneration, and overall wellbeing. You should avoid low-quality slaughterhouse waste that can hide behind the term "animal by-products".

2. Vegetables & Herbs: Nutrients from nature

In addition to meat, vegetables also play an important role in dry food for dogs. Vegetables provide valuable fiber, which is important for healthy digestion, and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. Carrots, peas or sweet potatoes are particularly suitable. These vegetables are easy to digest and provide important nutrients that keep your dog healthy and active. Local "superfoods" such as spinach or red beets are also ideal additions to dry food. In general, many vegetables are excellent sources of natural antioxidants that can boost your dog's immune system and protect them from disease. So make sure that the dry food also contains vegetables – the more natural, the better. In addition, selected herbs support the metabolism and many body functions.

4. Dry feed without cereals: Better tolerated

With dog food, it is not only important what is in it – but also that nothing wrong is contained. More and more dogs suffer from feed allergies or intolerances, which are often due to cereals. Cereals such as wheat, corn or barley can lead to skin problems, digestive disorders or allergies in sensitive dogs. Because the digestive system of dogs is not designed to process large amounts of grains. Cereal-free dog food instead uses alternative carbohydrate sources such as sweet potatoes or peas, which are easier to digest and rarely cause allergies. For this reason, WOW DOG only offers grain-free recipes. Our dry food is therefore also suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs or allergies to cereals and its components.

Note: If your dog shows signs of food intolerance, switching to grain-free dry food can significantly improve his well-being. If in doubt, it is best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

5. Essential fatty acids: For healthy skin and a shiny coat

Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that the dog's body cannot produce itself and that must therefore be supplied through food. These fatty acids play a crucial role in your dog's skin health. They ensure smooth skin and a shiny coat. They also have an anti-inflammatory effect. Fish oil, linseed oil or certain seeds, such as chia seeds, are particularly rich in omega fatty acids. These fatty acids not only support skin health, but also promote the cardiovascular system and contribute to brain function. A high-quality dry dog food should therefore contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in order to provide your dog with a comprehensive and healthy nutrient supply.

Dry food in everyday life: Feeding tips:

• In addition to qualitative ingredients, the shape of the croquettes also plays a role in the acceptance of the food. Choose the right croquette size – small dogs usually have their own variations available.
• If your dog is particularly sensitive, he may prefer his dry food if you soak it in water. This also supports fluid absorption, which is particularly important during dry feeding.
• Ensure that the daily recommended amount of feed is adhered to! Dry food can be easily and accurately portioned with a measuring cup.
• Dry food can be stored well. But pay attention to a dry and cool environment and consume opened packs within 2-3 months.

Practical and healthy: Why high quality dry food is so important

Healthy dry food for dogs is no magic trick. With the right ingredients, you ensure that your dog gets everything he needs for an active and healthy life. High-quality meat, vegetables, vitamins, essential fatty acids and the absence of grains – that is the recipe for a good and balanced dry food. Our WOW DOG dry food varieties contain all the important ingredients in an optimal ratio. Our recipes have been developed together with experts and are designed to optimally meet your dog's needs. With our dry food varieties, you combine practical feeding with the highest demands on the healthy nutrition of your furry friend.