What to Feed a Pit Bull Terrier
Certain Dog Breeds Have Specific Dietary Needs
It is pretty well known that a person with high cholesterol should eat eggs in moderation, and that, if one has high blood sugar, he or she should stay away from foods containing simple carbohydrates. Likewise, certain dog breeds have certain nutritional needs. It is important to understand the genetic characteristics of a given breed, so that one can provide it with the right minerals and nutrients that work to maintain its well being.
Generally, the American Pit Bull Terrier and dogs that are mixed bully breeds, have irritable skin and stomachs. Luckily there are supplements that help prevent these inherent ailments from developing into severe health issues.
Raw Marrow Bones
Human or animal aside, to avoid stomach upsets, the general rule is to ingest simple foods. Pit Bulls function best on mild diets. Steer clear of nitrate and preservative ridden concoctions and think more about what a dog's body really needs to sustain itself.
Regardless of the breed, raw bones are always a great dietary supplement for dogs. Canines are scavengers at heart. In their natural element, they feed on other animals and certain vegetables. In essence, this is one of the simplest, most effective foods for them in that it answers their basic genetic requirements.
Raw marrow bones are filled with vital, high quality nutrients. They can be found in the frozen food section of specialty pet stores. Butcher shops also sell scrap bones very cheap, but, like any other meat product, they should be frozen immediately. Taste-wise, dogs consider raw marrow bones edible bliss, so it's a real rarity that they are left half-eaten. Discard any uneaten portions after a few hours to avoid bacterial ingestion.
Fish Oils
Pit Bull Terriers have a light, sleek coat of hair, which oftentimes only covers the top side of their bodies. Their chest, stomachs, and sometimes even their snouts and eyebrows are almost completely bald. This makes their skin vulnerable to extreme weather conditions, not to mention allergies and other irritations.
There are a few ways to add skin replenishing supplements into a dog's diet. Omega three fish oil capsules can be easily broken and distributed into their kibble. To change up a canine's meal and keep its taste buds tantalized, consider buying a can of sardines and mixing it into their everyday dog food. Salmon is another fish very high in essential, skin strengthening fatty acids.
Any of these recommendations can be added once a week to combat susceptibility to skin viruses and other epidermal discomforts.
Kibble
When deciding what kibble to feed an American Pit Bull Terrier on an everyday basis, the aforementioned rule applies: look for food with simple, easy-to-read ingredients and stay away from commercial brands that are far too often recalled for detrimental additives. The best food lists only natural, human grade ingredients. They may be a bit more costly, but consider the alternative: expensive veterinary bills and an unhappy dog.
It never hurts to inquire with pet store employees, as they can oftentimes provide a wealth of knowledge as to what breeds should be eating what foods. Many establishments also offer kibble samples, so one can experiment and observe how his or her canine reacts to a given brand and make changes accordingly.
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