Why Should You Consider Purchasing Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine?

 

A significant percentage of your pup’s long-term physical development will be directly impacted by his nutritional intake, in the first few months of life and especially so after he reaches adulthood. Your puppy’s nutrition has a stronger impact on his lifelong physicality and cognitive development than pretty much any other element in his life.

Yes, it's easy to look at the promotions available in your local pet store and consider purchasing lower-quality kibble that’s half the price of options like vegan dog food or Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine. But can you really put a price on your pup’s health? High-quality kibble can:

•                      Support your pup’s predictable growth
•                      Strengthen his bones and musculature
•                      Positively impact his immune system
•                      Provide him with the energy required for play time
•                      Improve digestion for pups with food allergies
•                      Help your pup maintain a healthy weight

Dogs are the most popular type of pet in Australia, being present in no less than 49.3% of our country’s households. But their ownership can be finicky, as the number of pups who develop food allergies early in life is, for some reason, on the rise. Food allergies, as things stand, account for only 10-20% of all allergy cases in cats or dogs, but when food truly is the culprit, fixing the issues and dealing with the symptoms associated with nutritional intolerances can be a nightmare, to say the least.

Something I Have Experience With

There is something to be said about the impact of selective breeding when it comes to autoimmune disorders or long-term allergies. Some breeds, as things stand, seem to be more prone to allergies than others, and that’s kind of a problem, as most of these breeds are also sought after by Aussie households.

Who never considered going for a French Bulldog, a Golden Retriever, or a German Shepherd? They are fantastic, intelligent breeds that can adapt wonderfully to the quirks of any family. But alas, they can also face potential food reactivity that will require quite some finicking to fix. I’m going through something like this myself, with Luna, my five-month-old Labradoodle, who I got from a reputable breeder that only sold dogs with Pedigree.

She has a wonderful character; she is fantastic with other pets and people, she is energetic, and she is also, unfortunately, one of the most food-sensitive pups I have ever seen. One small piece of chicken fed under the table and she breaks out in rashes and itching that, lately, have also contributed to her developing Malassezia. It’s not fun, and the only thing that worked so far was vegan dog food or kibble with novel protein sources, like the well-rated Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine.

Why Are Some Dogs More Predisposed to Allergies?

Around 70% of a dog’s immune cells are directly impacted by the health of the gastrointestinal tract and the variety of the microbiome. Some pups, either due to genetics or exposure to early environmental factors, are predisposed to develop dysbiosis in the first few months of life, and because of this, their immune system overreacts and launches an allergic response even to the protein agents found in common kibble.

Not all dogs react negatively to food allergens, but there is no question that some breeds are more predisposed to developing these kinds of allergies than others. For pups with nutritional sensitivities, the immune system incorrectly identifies dietary proteins as being harmful, and launches a full-scale shock response in order to deal with them. Mostly, this means intensive itching, redness of the skin, and soft stools. However, for some pups, the symptoms can be even more substantial.

Why are dogs mainly allergic to beef or chicken? It’s simple, actually. There isn’t inherently anything wrong with proteins from these animals. However, chicken and veal represent the main two ingredients in most commercially available kibble one can purchase in Australia. Allergies develop through repeated exposure, and if the body consumes the same protein for months in a row, there is a greater chance of developing a nutritional sensitivity to it.

How Can Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine Help?

Well, for one thing, fish is a much less common allergen than beef or chicken, as most dogs are not introduced to it in the formative days of their gastrointestinal microbiome. Fish is considered a novel protein source, and it’s less likely to trigger a strong immune response, even in dogs with known nutritional allergies.

Plus, Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine is naturally rich in EPA and DHA, two-long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids, which are scientifically known to reduce inflammation, especially when the culprit is a specific allergen. Not least, Meals for Mutts formulas include specially prepared probiotics, which can really make a difference when it comes to food sensitivity, as much of a dog’s immune system is associated with gastrointestinal health.

 

What About Vegan Dog Food?

Vegan dog food is a contested topic right now, but in reality, the science behind these vegan-friendly formulas is solid. Unlike with cats, who are obligate carnivores, dogs are omnivores, and they have developed the capacity to digest carbohydrates. In fact, this is where they differentiate the most from wolves.

A carefully formulated, vegan dog food diet can be perfectly safe for your pup, as long as the kibble also includes essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and proteins from plant-based sources. In fact, for some dogs, vegan kibble represents the best way to reduce the itching and gastrointestinal issues associated with allergies caused by animal-based proteins.

It’s rare, but in some unique cases, dogs can be allergic even to proteins from novel sources. Just like Meals for Mutts Salmon and Sardine, vegan dog food can be a safe option for adult dogs that suffer from nutritional sensitivities, and as long as the kibble you go for is approved by FEDIAF or AAFCO, you should have no worries in feeding it to your pup.