Food

The term "food" in the context of dog food is quite basic and simply refers to any food intended for consumption by dogs. It encompasses a wide range of products specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of dogs. This can include dry food (kibble), wet food, specially prepared diets, complementary foods or even home-cooked meals, as long as they are suitable for dogs.

The term "food" in the context of dog food implies the following:

Specific nutritional needs: Dog food is formulated to meet the specific nutritional requirements of dogs. Dogs have different nutritional needs than humans, which is why their food contains specific ingredients and nutrient ratios.
Safety and compatibility: Dog food should avoid ingredients that are harmful or toxic to dogs (such as chocolate, onions, grapes, etc.). It should be safe and easily digestible for the dog.
Completeness and balance: The ideal is a food that contains all the essential nutrients in the right amounts and proportions to ensure a balanced diet. Some foods are labeled as "complete food", which means that they alone are sufficient to meet a dog's daily nutritional needs.
Adapted to different needs: Dog food can be tailored to different life stages (puppies, adult dogs, senior dogs), activity levels and specific health conditions (e.g. food allergies, weight management).

Overall, "food" is a general term that covers the wide range of foods designed for dogs. It is important to choose the right food based on the dog's individual needs, health status and preferences.

Overview

May have antibacterial properties Low glycemic index Biotechnology Microorganism Food Can support the immune system Can help regulate blood sugar levels Can have a positive effect on cholesterol levels Can have a detoxifying effect May have anti-inflammatory properties Can contribute to the promotion of intestinal health Natural probiotic Supports digestion Food supplements Rich in essential substances Rich in fiber Safe feeding

Beta-glucans

Food Meat Feeding not recommended Tolerated in small quantities

Bierwurst

Common ingredient in dog food Food Medicine Beneficial for nerve functions Can support wound healing Can support skin and coat health Can contribute to the promotion of intestinal health Naturopathy Important for cell health Important for metabolic processes Food supplements Rich in B vitamins Rich in nutrients Suitable for vegetarian diets

Biotin

Food Meat Animal product Safe feeding Tolerated in small quantities

Bison meat

Food Plant Compatibility Safe feeding

Black cumin

Intended for human consumption Rich in salt Food Animal product Meat Processed food Can have a negative effect on cholesterol levels Rich in iron Rich in nutrients Rich in proteins

Blood sausage

Intended for human consumption Rich in salt Food Animal product Meat Product from livestock Processed food Can help with weight gain Can have a negative effect on cholesterol levels Rich in proteins Feeding not recommended Can trigger hyperactivity in sensitive dogs Can cause digestive problems

Bockwurst sausages

Intended for human consumption Food Animal product Meat Processed food Can have a negative effect on cholesterol levels Rich in fat Rich in proteins Can trigger hyperactivity in sensitive dogs Can cause digestive problems

Bœuf Stroganoff

Low glycemic index Food Can support skin and coat health Rich in antioxidants Rich in fiber Rich in vitamins Rich in water / moisture Can be eaten fresh Safe feeding Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs Suitable for vegan diets Suitable for vegetarian diets

Bollweiler pear

Food Meat Can support skin and coat health Rich in essential substances Source of saturated fats Rich in fatty acids Rich in proteins conditionally compatible

Bolognese

Oil Food Can support the immune system May have anti-inflammatory properties Can support skin and coat health Food supplements Rich in essential substances Source of healthy unsaturated fats Rich in fatty acids Safe feeding Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs Suitable for raw food

Borage oil

Food Meat Processed food Tolerated in small quantities Feeding not recommended Feeding toxic

Bratwurst

Food Processed food Tolerated in small quantities

Bread

Intended for human consumption Food Fish & Seafood Can support heart health Rich in amino acids Rich in nutrients Rich in proteins Rich in vitamin D

Bream

Low carbohydrate content Long lasting Food Meat Product from livestock Rich in essential substances Rich in iron Rich in proteins Can be eaten fresh

Bresaola

By-product Food Good for the teeth Supports digestion Safe feeding Potential source of danger

Brewer's grains

Flavor enhancer Liquid Food Can help with weight control Can support the immune system Supports digestion Can support skin and coat health Rich in minerals Rich in water / moisture Safe feeding Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs Suitable for raw food

Broth

Can contribute to employment Food Animal product Meat Game meat Product from wild animals Good for the teeth Rich in amino acids Rich in nutrients Rich in proteins Highly digestible

Buffalo Achilles tendon

Supports muscle building Supports muscle regeneration Food Animal product Meat Game meat Product from wild animals Supports digestion Can contribute to the promotion of intestinal health Can help to support vascular health Rich in essential substances Rich in amino acids Rich in iron Rich in minerals Rich in nutrients Rich in proteins Rich in vitamin B6 Suitable for raw food Highly digestible

Buffalo bake

Can contribute to employment Long lasting Food Animal product Product from livestock Product from wild animals Good for the teeth Rich in proteins Safe feeding Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs Potential source of danger

Buffalo hide

Food Animal product Giblet Product from livestock Can support muscle health Can support kidney function Natural source of zinc Rich in essential substances Rich in B vitamins Rich in iron Rich in minerals Rich in proteins Rich in vitamins Rich in zinc Safe feeding Suitable for raw food

Buffalo kidney

Food Animal product Giblet Product from livestock Supports digestion Can contribute to the promotion of intestinal health Natural probiotic Source of magnesium Source of phosphate Rich in essential substances Rich in proteins Safe feeding Suitable for raw food

Buffalo stomach

Food Animal product Meat Game meat Giblet Rich in amino acids Rich in iron Rich in proteins Suitable for raw food Highly digestible

Buffalo tongue

Common ingredient in dog food Can improve the absorption of nutrients Food Supports digestion Rich in amino acids Rich in B vitamins Rich in iron Rich in nutrients Rich in proteins Can be eaten fresh Suitable for raw food Highly digestible

Buffalo worms

Food Meat Tolerated in small quantities

Bull penis

Rich in fatty acids Rich in vitamins Food Animal product Processed food Compatibility conditionally compatible Tolerated in small quantities

Butter

Food Vegetable

Butternut squash

Chemistry Food Source of calcium Source of magnesium Source of phosphate Supports bone and tooth structure Important for cell health Important for metabolic processes Food supplements Source of healthy unsaturated fats Rich in minerals

Calcium sodium magnesium phosphate

Food Plant Compatibility Tolerated in small quantities

Cardamom

Low calorie content Low protein content Common ingredient in dog food Food Vegetable Beneficial for visual function Good for the teeth Can help regulate blood sugar levels Supports digestion Plant Low fat content Rich in antioxidants Rich in fiber Rich in vitamins Can be eaten fresh Safe feeding Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs Suitable for raw food Suitable for vegan diets Suitable for vegetarian diets

Carrots