{"id":35296,"date":"2022-12-05T12:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-05T12:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/?guid=513477c25216e405fcea3a3269c0901b"},"modified":"2022-12-05T12:01:00","modified_gmt":"2022-12-05T12:01:00","slug":"top-health-benefits-of-incorporating-fresh-pet-food-in-your-dogs-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/top-health-benefits-of-incorporating-fresh-pet-food-in-your-dogs-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Top health benefits of incorporating fresh pet food in your dog\u2019s diet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><meta name=\"Googlebot-News\" content=\"noindex, nofollow\"\/><\/p>\n<p>(BPT) &#8211; If you&#8217;re worried whether you&#8217;re giving your dog the best food for their health, you&#8217;re not alone. The newest generation of pet parents consider their pet&#8217;s food choices to be just as important as their own. Compared to previous generations, the next generation of pet parents are five times more likely to add a topper to their dog&#8217;s kibble to elevate the dog&#8217;s mealtime experience, according to a fresh pet food study conducted by Wellness Pet Company with The Valen Group. That adds up to nearly 4 out of 10 next gen pet parents (38%) who are topping their dog&#8217;s food each day. The study also shows that millennial and Gen Z pet parents are willing to pay up to 15% more for a premium nutritional choice, driven by their desire to seek higher quality ingredients and nutrition for the health and wellness of their pet &#8211; so they can enjoy a lifetime of wellbeing together. This growing interest in providing four-legged family members with better fresh nutrition options led Wellness Pet Food to expand their Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> line with the launch of Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters Freshly&amp;trade; in June 2022. These fresh toppers are supercharging dogs&#8217; existing kibble with complete and balanced nutrition that dogs and pet parents love.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Danielle Bernal, global veterinarian with Wellness Pet Company, knows how high-quality fresh foods make a difference in dogs&#8217; overall health and elevate mealtime excitement to a whole new level.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Fresh, whole-food ingredients help give our dogs what they need, such as all-day energy, strong bones and immunity as we navigate life&#8217;s adventures together,&#8221; said Bernal. &#8216;With premium protein, rice and a variety of vegetables, our newest recipes are energizing the pet and pet parent relationship at mealtime, supporting all that they love to do together.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure how to tell if your dog&#8217;s food provides sufficient nutrition to optimize their health, Dr. Bernal offers some important things to consider.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. How do you know your dog&#8217;s food is supporting their physical well-being? Look for signs like:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Healthy skin and shiny coat<\/li>\n<li>All-day energy that keeps them running and playing<\/li>\n<li>Healthy digestion so you know your pet is absorbing essential nutrients<\/li>\n<li>Strong teeth and bones that help them eat well and stay active<\/li>\n<li>Healthy immune system that keeps dogs feeling their best<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. What ingredients in fresh products like <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/dogs-get-a-boost-of-fresh-nutrition-wellness-pet-company-enters-the-fresh-pet-food-segment-to-supercharge-dogs-kibble-301576445.html\"  rel=\"nofollow\"><strong>Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters Freshly&amp;trade;<\/strong><\/a><strong> benefit your dog&#8217;s health and how? <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>Guaranteed antioxidants<\/strong> like Vitamins A and E for immune system support<\/li>\n<li><strong>Omega-3 fatty acids<\/strong> from flaxseed or salmon oil for a lustrous skin and coat<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calcium and phosphorus<\/strong> for strong teeth and bones<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wholesome veggies<\/strong> <strong>and grains<\/strong> like carrots and rice for natural dietary fibers to support digestive health and provide the energy your pet needs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increased nutrient absorption from highly digestible proteins, fats and carbohydrates to help fuel total wellbeing<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh food toppers like Wellness<\/strong><sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup><strong> Bowl Boosters Freshly<\/strong>&amp;trade;<strong> provide increased total hydration<\/strong> to support daily activity and put less strain on major organs, and help aid overall kidney and urinary health<\/li>\n<li>With a homecooked texture and high-quality fresh ingredients, a fresh topper is the ultimate way to make mealtimes exciting and more bowl-licking delicious for your pup<\/li>\n<li>&#8216;Veterinarians and food scientists at Wellness Pet Company ensure that each recipe delivers more than just the finest quality ingredients,&#8217; Bernal noted. &#8216;Our recipes provide a complete and balanced meal that meets the nutrient, vitamin and mineral needs of a dog at any life stage to promote a lifetime of shared wellbeing.&#8217;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Suggestions for how pet parents can use fresh foods in their daily mealtime routine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pet parents have options on how to feed their dog fresh food, whether they are choosing to top their existing kibble with fresh food or serving as a complete meal. Remember:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Once thawed, fresh food needs to be refrigerated and enjoyed within five days.<\/li>\n<li>Choose flavors your dog will love &#8211; Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters Freshly&amp;trade; recipes, for example, offer a variety of ingredients: 1) Chicken and Butternut Squash, 2) Beef and Carrots, 3) Turkey and Sweet Potatoes &#8211; and 4) a recipe made specifically for puppies, with Puppy Turkey and Rice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&#8216;With high-quality meats, healthy grains and wholesome veggies, this fresh food delivers a tasty boost that elevates every dog&#8217;s mealtime unlike any other, for a delicious meal that even the fussiest dog will love,&#8217; added Bernal.<\/p>\n<p>Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters Freshly&amp;trade; not only supercharges your dog&#8217;s bowl but all that you do together: more backyard frolicking, longer walks, more road trips, cozier cuddles, more energetic play dates and of course more meaningful mealtimes.<\/p>\n<p>Wellness<sup>&amp;reg;<\/sup> Bowl Boosters Freshly&amp;trade; recipes are now available in freezers at PetSmart and Petco, with delivery options via DoorDash, and for purchase online at Chewy.com. Learn more about Wellness Pet Food at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellnesspet.com\/\"  rel=\"nofollow\">WellnessPetFood.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(BPT) &#8211; If you&#8217;re worried whether you&#8217;re giving your dog the best food for their health, you&#8217;re not alone. The newest generation of pet parents consider their pet&#8217;s food choices to be just as important as their own. 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