The Benefits Of Wet Food Versus Dry Food

Do you have a picky pooch on your hands? Are you trying to figure out whether Fido should have wet food or dry food? Below, we’ll dive into the benefits of each so that you can make an informed doggy diet decision for your furry family member. 

Benefits of Wet Food 

Wet food is usually the choice pick for pups when compared against kibble and comes with a whole host of other advantages:

• Perfect For Picky Eaters: Dogs tend to love wet food, so if your pooch is kibble averse or still developing kibble-crunching teeth, wet food can be a great alternative.
• Hydration Rich: Wet food has high moisture content making it a great hydration tool. If you live in a warm climate, wet food might be the choice option since it will give your pooch the extra hydration needed to thrive throughout the day.
• Higher Protein Content: Wet dog food typically contains more protein content than comparable kibbles and has fewer preservatives. While you’ll need to make space in your fridge for these foods, Fido will thank you for it.
• Great For Older Dogs: Wet food can have a strong scent which makes it palatable for older dogs or pups who may be losing their sense of smell.
• Active Dogs: Active or athletic dogs may benefit from the higher fat and protein content commonly found in wet food. 

Benefits of Dry Food

Dry dog food is designed to be packed with nutrients. While your pooch might prefer a wet food option, dry food still has a number of unique benefits. 

• Affordable: Dry dog food is usually less expensive than wet food making it great for pet owners who have many mutt mouths to feed.
• Convenient: If you and your pooch are constantly on the road, it may be difficult to travel with wet or fresh dog food. Kibble is easy to measure out and stick into portable containers while you’re on the road. Kibble is also super easy to store at home and can be kept in the pantry when not in use.
• Doubles As A Training Aid: Dry food can also be used as a portable treat or as an easy way to stuff a KONG or other puzzle toy. You won’t have to worry about your dry food rotting as long as it’s consumed within the day.
• Teeth Cleaning Aid: While dental benefits are debatable, some dry foods are formulated to help reduce plaque buildup. 

Why Not Both? 

Keep in mind that you can feed Fido both wet and dry food so that he can enjoy the benefits of both. Or, some owners opt to use wet food as an occasional treat with kibble as the main course. Just make sure that you’re taking into account your dog’s ideal calorie consumption when combining two food types. 

Also, make sure that whenever you transition your pooch to a new diet, you do so gradually over a period of two weeks. Gradually replace some of Fido’s old food with new food until it’s entirely the updated diet. This transition time makes it easier for your dog to adjust to a new diet and prevents stomach upset to keep your fur baby’s tail wagging. 

Formulating A Diet For Fido

Ultimately, it’s important to remember that choosing between wet food and dry food isn’t as vital as paying attention to the protein content and ingredients list. Make sure to work with your veterinarian while picking out the perfect diet for your pooch— your veterinarian will have insight on what your dog needs in terms of nutrition taking breed characteristics and lifestyle into account. Enjoy crafting the perfect mutt mealtime.