“Two cups of kibble” is a simple, traditional answer to what a dog needs. But the more people love their animals, the more they have to say on the subject of feeding. There are a dozen kinds of dry dog food from each major brand, but some experts suggest never using dry dog food at all. Is a whole food diet worth the effort? Does the type of food even matter as much as the amount and the feeding schedule? Are random treats really part of a diet? Read a little about canine nutrition before you pick up a sack of kibble at the grocery store.

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