German Shepherd Dog Food

These dogs are always alert and highly protective of 'their belongings', for instance, the family they live with, the herd they look after, and any of the property that comes under their territory.

As German Shepherds need a healthy and active life, it is obvious that they require healthy and nutritious dog food as well. Every individual dog has different nutritional requirements, and German Shepherds are no different.

It is important for their health that they are fed with food that is somewhat similar to the food that they were originally fed. Not all nutritional foods are good for these dogs, as an overuse of 'healthy dog food' may make them overweight, leading to several dog health problems.

Dog food for German Shepherds must be similar to the food that the dogs eat in their original native place. It must be very healthy for the dogs by all means. Hence, it is important for all owners to study their pets and then decide the best food for them. Healthy dog food is also important to stay away from food allergies, which are similar for all breeds.

Feeding them correctly also increases the life span of the dogs and makes them less prone to diseases. To be specific, German Shepherd dog food must be a correct combination of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, that are available in the correct ratio in any dog food that you feed your dog.

The dog food must consist of whole grains, natural vegetable fibers, chicken and/or meat, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), and antioxidants. There is also ready-made dog food available for German Shepherds that can be purchased from the market.

Home cooked dog food is the best for a German Shepherd. A dog owner can come up with many homemade dog food recipes for good health of their pet. Here is a recipe that can be considered as the right food for this breed.

• Ground beef
• Chicken
• Turkey
• Eggs
• Brown rice
• Carrots
• Potatoes
• Chicken stock
• Water

Cook the meats together in a separate pot. After the meats are thoroughly cooked, add the rice and chicken stock to it and cook over medium heat for half an hour.

Then add the slightly beaten eggs and cubes of potatoes and carrots to it. Cook for some more time and feed this to the dog when it cools down a little. Serve this dish when it is warm, not when it is either hot or cold.

Make sure you maintain a variety in the dog food you feed to your German Shepherd. These dogs love treats now and then as well. A healthy balance of all the important nutrients will keep your German Shepherd as healthy and cheerful as ever.