Question

I have an adult dog and a puppy. Is there any food that's good for both of them?

Answer 1

Canidae makes a newer lins of foods called Pure that are grain-free and can be fed to puppies all the way up through seniors. It uses high quality ingredients, and because it's grain-free, it doesn't contain many common allergens.

Comments

I've been using this food on my dogs for a couple months now, and they love it. They both look great, and the food smells better than a lot of other foods too. I think it's because the ingredients are better quality than most.

Answer 2

I got this off of natura.com

 

For example, puppy foods are truly focused on the growth and development of puppies. However, most puppy foods are also appropriate for all life stages because they have been formulated to meet the higher requirements for growth. The nutrient requirements of puppies can be up to five times adult levels, so puppy foods typically contain higher amounts of protein, fat, fatty acids and vitamins to aid in the growth and development of the animal. In addition, special attention is given to the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA, for eye and brain development.



Senior foods are formulated to address the more subtle changes that occur as an animal ages. Typically, senior foods contain higher levels of antioxidants, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to act as chondroprotectives (when allowed – unfortunately, by regulation, cat foods cannot include these chondroprotectives), slightly less fat to help control body weight and body condition, and slightly more protein to maintain lean muscles. Senior foods are intended to help older animals continue to live long happy and active lives.

Answer 3

I've read a lot about this beause I have 4 dogs, all different ages, and it would be so much easier to feed them all the same food. I came across this on the Iams website.

A pet food with an "All Life Stages" claim can be used from weaning through adulthood. This claim is considered an unqualified (absolute) representation of nutritional adequacy. If substantiated through feeding trials, the protocol for gestation/lactation and growth must be performed sequentially, using the same group of animals.

Answer 4

well, a lot of companies make up facts to support what they sell. azmira is a really great company that uses foods and supplements formulated by a vet. they only carry all life sages foods. i feed my dogs lifestyle lamb. i have a 9 month old and a 7 year old, and they are both doing really well.