What is the best food for your dog? Find out.

Whether you’re new to pet parenthood or you’re a seasoned pro, it’s important that you stay aware of the ingredients in the food you’re feeding your dog.

Since certain ingredients are better for your dog than others, here are some great ingredients to keep an eye out for.

What To Look For
Seeing ingredients such as blueberries, blackberries, pomegranate or raspberries indicate that the food is likely rich with antioxidants. These ingredients help to boost the immune system of your pet and accelerate healing processes.

What To Avoid
Recognizing what not to feed your pet is just as important as knowing what you should feed them. There are certain qualities in many popular dog foods that should send up red flags and it begins with puppy food. It is equally as important to select the right recipe for their breed size. A large breed adult dog’s nutritional requirements differ from a regular or small breed adult dog’s needs.

Unless you’re transitioning your pet to a new food, it’s important to avoid combining pet foods. Pet foods are created to have the optimum levels of nutrition that your pet needs. If you begin mixing pet foods then your dog may not be absorbing the right balance of nutrients that they require to support optimal health.

Remember to keep your dog's needs in mind when shopping for new pet food. Look for healthy ingredients and make sure you don't mix different brands!

For more information on choosing the best pet food, visit Modern Dog.