ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF WHEAT IN FOOD FOR PETS
Wheat is often used as carbohydrate in pet foods.
For healthy dogs that are not allergic or gluten intolerant, the presence of wheat in extruded pet food is beneficial.
Wheat has a high digestibility and a high concentration of protein (80%). Wheat is also rich in methionine and cysteine (30.7 g / kg). She has no anti-nutritional factors, low fiber content (<1%), neutral color and taste. Also, wheat is very rich in glutamine (over 30%), which has a nutraceutical effect on intestinal health.
Wheat Benefits:
• Wheat - the most important and most cultivated cereal in Europe;
• For healthy dogs has good digestibility;
• Wheat is also rich in glutamine, an amino acid that is important for the health of the digestive system.
Glutamine is known to have a nutraceutical effect that improves the physiology of intestinal cells. Supports digestion and reduces the risk of digestive problems in healthy dogs. Reduces the risk of translocation of pathogens in the intestine and improves the immune response.
Wheat gluten has:
• High nutritional value
• Excellent digestibility
• Extra binding properties improve the quality and durability of the granules
• Supports dental health by mechanical cleaning
The disadvantages of wheat:
A negative property is that wheat contains gluten. Gluten can cause allergic reactions in sensitive dogs.
Therefore, dogs suffering from allergies, it is better not to give wheat.
This is why for dogs with sensitive digestion, Husse has developed a sensitive line, that is, free of wheat and wheat gluten.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF RICE IN FOOD FOR PETS?Rice benefits
Rice is known as the best cereal in pet foods.
This is the grain with the highest digestibility. He will always be the choice among cereals for dogs that suffer from gastrointestinal diseases.
Dogs that have problems with gastrointestinal upsets will benefit from a rice diet.
Another important advantage is that rice does not contain gluten, it is the most hypoallergenic cereal.
Rice shortcomings
The disadvantage is that the price of rice is at least twice as high as that of wheat or corn.
Because of this, rice is usually only found in high quality super premium pet foods.Another disadvantage of rice is its high glycemic index.This means that rice is absorbed very quickly, and sugar quickly enters the bloodstream. As a result, the body may need more insulin than other cereals, which are digested more slowly.
Dogs with diabetes are sometimes better off not feeding rice. But not only the type of grain affects the absorption of carbohydrates, the presence of fiber can slow down the rate of digestion, so with diabetes you can give rice-based food.
Husse’s product range includes Light, which is the lowest fat and highest in fiber and can be used for dogs with diabetes, but a grain-free line where potatoes and peas are used as a source of carbohydrates is an even better choice.
1. Standards tables only take into account life support requirements. For active dogs, the amount of feed required may be 20% higher, or more, depending on the duration and intensity of the loads.
2. For extreme physical exertion, like sled dogs during competitions, needs can be 3-4 times higher than standard ones. On the other hand, many dogs are overweight and not active. Pets that live in the house are especially inactive. Be careful not to overfeed your dog. For an overweight dog, the diet should be based on the optimal target weight, not the actual one. Ask your veterinarian if you are unsure about the ideal weight for your pet. Other factors, such as outdoor temperature. For dogs that live outside the home, additional energy is needed to maintain body temperature. For this reason, the norms in winter can be 3 times higher than in hot summer days. And last but not least, the “physiological status” of the dog affects the need for food. During growth, pregnancy and lactation, there are important additional needs for building new body tissues. During lactation, needs increase 3-4 times. In older dogs, activity and metabolism slow down, and therefore the need for food decreases
Food allergies are caused by defects in the immune system: the immune system reacts abnormally to food components.
In most cases, these components are proteins: animal proteins and vegetable gluten proteins often cause allergies. Since dogs often have an allergic reaction to animal proteins, Husse products contain only one type of meat to reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction.
Most Husse super premium products use only poultry and eggs, both types of protein belong to the same species. This means that dogs that are allergic to pork or beef can eat these foods without any problems.
Competitive companies often include several types of meat (pork, beef, chicken) in the feed, which increases the chance of allergic reactions.
For dogs allergic to chicken or wheat gluten, Husse has developed two types of feed with unique properties:
Husse Digest (Lamm & Ris) uses only lamb as animal protein and only rice as cereal.
Husse Ocean Care (Lax & Ris) contains only salmon and rice
.
Almost all the gases in the gastrointestinal tract appear either by ingesting excess air, or from the air produced as a result of bacterial fermentation and the action of digestible nutrients.
Any case leading to an increase in the amount of gas can cause flatulence. More than 99% of the gases are odorless, and only less than 1% has an odor associated with flatulence.
The most common causes of flatulence in dogs:
Feed consumption too fast.
Natural processes of gas formation during the digestion of food and its absorption in the digestive tract.
Food intake that causes flatulence (legumes, cauliflower, etc.).
Feeding poor quality feed.
Tips for reducing flatulence in a dog:
Instead of feeding 1 or 2 times a day, you should divide the daily diet of the dog into smaller portions, but more frequent meals.
Sometimes dogs eat too fast because they are afraid that they will be taken away food, so you should feed the dog in a calm and comfortable environment. Separate the dogs when feeding.
The dog should be trained to stimulate its intestines.
Feeding foods off the table should be avoided, especially if it is legumes or cauliflower.
You need to choose dog food super premium, which is easily digestible. Long-term feeding of the dog with super premium food with prebiotics helps to maintain a healthy digestive tract microflora and reduce flatulence.
Put the bowl of food on high racks, this reduces the amount of air swallowed. The dog does not “pick up” food, quickly swallowing it and not swallowing air.
NORMAL FEEDING FOR DOGS
The most common question about dog nutrition is the question of feeding norms. All manufacturers place on the packaging tables with the recommended amount of feed. These nutritional guidelines are a legal obligation for manufacturing companies. However, there is no complete consistency in the principles of compilation of norms between many brands. Some companies intentionally indicate very low quantities in order to convince consumers of the economic benefits of acquiring their feed. In any case, the recommendations on the food packaging are just an indication, not an absolute rule. There is a wide range of recommendations for feeding dogs depending on age, activity, breed, living conditions, ambient temperature, etc. That is why the quantities shown in the table are most often not optimal for your particular dog. You should consider the following points and adjust the amount of feed accordingly:1. Standards tables only take into account life support requirements. For active dogs, the amount of feed required may be 20% higher, or more, depending on the duration and intensity of the loads.
2. For extreme physical exertion, like sled dogs during competitions, needs can be 3-4 times higher than standard ones. On the other hand, many dogs are overweight and not active. Pets that live in the house are especially inactive. Be careful not to overfeed your dog. For an overweight dog, the diet should be based on the optimal target weight, not the actual one. Ask your veterinarian if you are unsure about the ideal weight for your pet. Other factors, such as outdoor temperature. For dogs that live outside the home, additional energy is needed to maintain body temperature. For this reason, the norms in winter can be 3 times higher than in hot summer days. And last but not least, the “physiological status” of the dog affects the need for food. During growth, pregnancy and lactation, there are important additional needs for building new body tissues. During lactation, needs increase 3-4 times. In older dogs, activity and metabolism slow down, and therefore the need for food decreases
HYPOALLERGENIC FOOD FOR DOGS
The composition of Husse super premium dog food has “hypoallergenic” properties.Food allergies are caused by defects in the immune system: the immune system reacts abnormally to food components.
In most cases, these components are proteins: animal proteins and vegetable gluten proteins often cause allergies. Since dogs often have an allergic reaction to animal proteins, Husse products contain only one type of meat to reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction.
Most Husse super premium products use only poultry and eggs, both types of protein belong to the same species. This means that dogs that are allergic to pork or beef can eat these foods without any problems.
Competitive companies often include several types of meat (pork, beef, chicken) in the feed, which increases the chance of allergic reactions.
For dogs allergic to chicken or wheat gluten, Husse has developed two types of feed with unique properties:
Husse Digest (Lamm & Ris) uses only lamb as animal protein and only rice as cereal.
Husse Ocean Care (Lax & Ris) contains only salmon and rice
.
REASONS FOR METEORISM IN DOGS
The term flatulence is also used to determine the exit of intestinal gas through the anus. The formation or accumulation of gas in the gastrointestinal tract is normal. Excessive gas formation does not necessarily indicate a disease or disorder. However, with some gastrointestinal diseases in dogs, normal gas production may increase, resulting in excessive flatulence.Almost all the gases in the gastrointestinal tract appear either by ingesting excess air, or from the air produced as a result of bacterial fermentation and the action of digestible nutrients.
Any case leading to an increase in the amount of gas can cause flatulence. More than 99% of the gases are odorless, and only less than 1% has an odor associated with flatulence.
The most common causes of flatulence in dogs:
Feed consumption too fast.
Natural processes of gas formation during the digestion of food and its absorption in the digestive tract.
Food intake that causes flatulence (legumes, cauliflower, etc.).
Feeding poor quality feed.
Tips for reducing flatulence in a dog:
Instead of feeding 1 or 2 times a day, you should divide the daily diet of the dog into smaller portions, but more frequent meals.
Sometimes dogs eat too fast because they are afraid that they will be taken away food, so you should feed the dog in a calm and comfortable environment. Separate the dogs when feeding.
The dog should be trained to stimulate its intestines.
Feeding foods off the table should be avoided, especially if it is legumes or cauliflower.
You need to choose dog food super premium, which is easily digestible. Long-term feeding of the dog with super premium food with prebiotics helps to maintain a healthy digestive tract microflora and reduce flatulence.
Put the bowl of food on high racks, this reduces the amount of air swallowed. The dog does not “pick up” food, quickly swallowing it and not swallowing air.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
European legislation regarding food and feed is very strict: in order to protect human and animal health, additives are only allowed by the European Commission after sufficient scientific information guarantees the complete safety of the additive and no side effects are detected in the target species.
To track many additives, a digital E code system was developed that became a legal requirement to indicate product packaging in the 1980s. The letter E in the phrase "E-code" means European, which means that these numbers have been tested for safety and approved for use in the European Union (EU). Each E-code is assigned a unique number. This makes it easier for manufacturers to list on the packaging which additives are included in the products.
Often the names of food additives are too long and complex to fit on the labels, so the E-code allows consumers to determine which additives are on the list of ingredients. All pet food additives have recently been re-examined by the European Commission to confirm their safety. Most supplements are of great importance for food quality.
Nutritional supplements, for example, call all the vitamins and minerals that are needed to meet the needs of all nutrients. Nutritional supplements also include preservatives that are designed to protect food quality, slow down or prevent decomposition (spoilage). Pet foods require the use of preservatives to prevent the breakdown (oxidation) of nutrients. Oxidation is the reaction of oxygen with other components, especially fats, and has been described as a kind of biological corrosion.
Preservatives, also called antioxidants, help keep food fresh, protect fats from rancidity, and contain essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins in optimal nutritional value.
Thus, most of the additives used in animal feed serve to improve quality and nutritional value: there is no reason to avoid feed with additives. All feeds with a decent recipe contain some additives on the label!
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