The Perks Of Dry Food

For starters, kibble is easy to measure out — which can help you keep your dog’s portions (and weight) under control. Dry food is also easy to store and will stay good for much longer than wet food once the package is opened. And because dry food keeps so well, you’ll likely waste less than you might with wet food. Plus, the crunchy texture of dry food helps clean your dog’s teeth and helps control plaque buildup.

The Advantages Of Wet Food

On the other hand, wet food is flavorful, contains more protein and more closely resembles the texture of meat. And (if the name didn’t give it away) wet food has significantly higher moisture content than dry food. This can help keep your dog hydrated if they struggle to drink enough water each day. This extra moisture also helps your dog’s belly feel full, which is perfect if you don’t want your dog to know they’re on a diet.

1. Your dog will love the meaty texture of wet food combined with the satisfying crunch of kibble.
2. Adding wet food to your dog’s diet can help keep them well-hydrated.
3. Mixed feeding is affordable. Your dog can enjoy the benefits of wet food without breaking your budget.

How To Get Started With Mixed Feeding Your Dog

Before you begin mixed feeding, it’s a good idea to run your new plan by your vet. They can help ensure that you’re following proper feeding guidelines and giving your dog the correct number of calories each day. And as with any change in food or diet, be sure to make the transition slowly to help avoid digestive issues your dog may have as they adjust.

The fun part about mixed feeding is finding a combination your dog likes best. Maybe you try NUTRO™ NATURAL CHOICE™ Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe dry food topped with NUTRO™ Adult Lamb & Potato Recipe wet food. Or maybe you get creative and serve your dog NUTRO™ NATURAL CHOICE™ Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe mixed with NUTRO™ Adult Meaty Lamb, Green Bean & Carrot Stew. Whatever you decide, we hope your dog loves it!

So Many Brands, So Many Labels

Whether you’re shopping online or standing at the store shelf, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the pet food options. Suppose you narrow it down to a brand — now you have to figure out a variety. And let’s say you finally settle on a product — what ingredients appear on the label? Can you identify them? Do you have time to read them all before your battery dies or the store closes?

NUTRO™ Is The Natural Choice

NUTRO™ is made with real and recognizable ingredients — each one carefully chosen for the purpose it serves. To help you spend less time shopping for pet food and more time with your pet, here’s a quick-reference guide to the eight ingredient categories we use for NUTRO™ dog foods and cat foods.

2. Carbohydrates And Fiber

Your pet’s body uses the naturally occurring sugars, starches and fibers in carbohydrates to provide energy for cell function and to support healthy digestion. Sources of these nutrients include brown rice, sweet potatoes, oats, lentils, chickpeas and tapioca.

4. Fats And Oils

A major power source for the body, fats and oils provide your dog or cat with the energy to perform daily functions. Fatty acids support skin and coat health.

6. Minerals

Your pet needs these inorganic nutrients to perform essential body functions.

8. Texture, Binder And Other Functional Ingredients

We use these to produce an enjoyable experience that encourages your pet to eat and sustains a healthy appetite. This group also includes water for hydration and trace nutrients for whole-body health.

The ingredients in NUTRO™ pet foods provide all the nutrition your dog or cat needs to live their best life. We’ve been crafting our recipes this way for nearly a century, and we plan to stay true to this vision moving forward.