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Everyday living with dogs
Friday, April 27, 2007
Dr. Martin Goldstein (Dr. Marty) is considered by many experts, and thousands of satisfied clients, to be America’s foremost holistic veterinarian. He appeared on Oprah this week and educated the audience about the proper feeding of animals, especially dogs. The recent pet food recalls have brought to light many important issues about pet food manufacturers and the lack of quality ingredients used when creating pet food. Dr. Marty informed Oprah and viewers that the majority of dog kibble on the market is mostly carbohydrates and animals are not getting the proper nutrients.
Here is Dr. Marty's ideal feeding requirements for dogs classified in levels (#1 being the best, #7 being the worst):- Fresh raw meats combined with omega 3
- Fresh cooked meats & small amount of fresh vegetables combined with omega 3
- Ultra premium canned food which use only human quality ingredients and are grain free
- Super premium grain free dry food (kibble)
- Premium canned food which contain less meat
- Super Premium kibble which contain grains
- Grocery Store brands - canned or dry food -- if at all possible stay away from this!
Visit Dr. Marty's website and read more detailed information on why you should try to feed your dog Level 1-4 foods. Please read it, after all, his dog lived to be 19 years old! Try to at least feed your dog in Level 1-4 to ensure optimal health in your dog...anything less and you were probably affected by the recent pet food recalls. I was pretty disgusted by the descriptions of the levels on his website (note: Dr. Marty's website breaks down the 7 Levels he presented on Oprah's show into 11 levels for more detailed info).
I know I say it a lot, but I feed Cody & Havana Three Dog Bakery food which is considered level 3 & 4. Personally, unless you are Oprah, you will have a hard time affording level 1 & 2 because fresh food can be costly. I buy Three Dog Bakery's "Entrees for Dogs" at approximately $2.49 a pouch and put it on top of their Three Dog Bakery reduced calorie kibble every day. The vet tells us that they are in great health and aren't overweight -- pretty amazing for labradors!
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