Finding food for your pets is not a hard thing most of the time. When you look at the process from an outsiders view, it seems quite simple. But this is not true. There is so much more to buying dry food for your pets than just comparing labels. One of the most important things is the presence of Heartguard plus ingredients.

Other than this, the owner has to be mindful of all the necessary and unnecessary ingredients in dry food. The brand may not seem important, but if your pet is used to one brand, then it is better to continue with the same. Here are five tips for buying the right dry food for your pets this month.

Knowing Your Pet’s Preference

Different pets have different preferences when it comes to dry food. Some have specifications for the taste while others have specifications for the colour or the shape. Some of the pets require food according to their daily activities. The basic food usually has all the required ingredients for your pet’s healthy growth. But this is only if your pet is already healthy and does not have any sickness or other issues. 

Avoiding Allergic Ingredients

If you already have a list of the items your pet is allergic to, then you can easily segregate the food you want to buy. But if not, then check for signs of allergies from your pets. There is either redness or itchiness over their body. Skin infection and excessive hair or fur loss are also signs of allergic reactions. Check for the ingredients immediately and take your pet to the nearest vet clinic.

Specific About Required Ingredients

Pets generally need a lot of energy and for this, we need to provide the correct ingredients. Check for the protein content on the boxes of the dry food. They should also contain high amounts of complex carbohydrates. Though fat is not something that is looked into, it is still a compound that is required for its function. Make sure the box has the right fats for your pets as well.

Find The Right Brand

Now that you know what to avoid and what to look for, go to the dry food aisle of any pet store. Compare the amount of the required ingredients in each of the brands and look for the amount of added ingredients as well. Here, added ingredients are usually used to enhance the quality of the food. But do cross-check with your veterinarian if these ingredients are good for your pets.

Heartguard Plus Ingredients

Heartguard Plus is usually for avoiding heartworm growth on a dog’s teeth. It may not be applicable for all animals, but it is important to avoid the growth of heartworms. They tend to destroy their canines and cause other infections in the mouth. To avoid this, you can check for the dry food boxes that mention Heartguard Plus ingredients. If not, then you can separately give the chewable tablets, one per month. This dosage can also differ depending on the veterinarian.