Is your dog doing a terrible job in obedience class? Does he hand the trainer his paw when he is told to sit? Does he sit when his trainer says "down?" Awwwe, think your furry kiddo has doggie ADHD? Not likely, but you might want to take a closer look at what you are feeding him.

Many commercial dog foods contain ingredients that are harmful to your pet's system like BHA, and Sodium Selenite. These and other bad ingredients can cause your pup to have trouble focusing, as well as behavior issues. (Source)

If you are worried that your pet's food is lacking nutrients, or causing health problems, there are alternative diets you can try.

According to Dr. Karen Becker, DVM, NMD, of Animal Planet and Dr. Becker's Bites, the healthiest food you can feed your furry kiddo is a nutritionally balanced raw homemade diet. Are you interested in making this for your pup? Click here for the recipe.

If you would like to see the list of pet foods Dr. Becker ranked best to worst, visit 13 Dog Foods- From Best to Worst.

Sources: Dr. Becker's Bites & Reviews.com

We visited http://www.reviews.com/dog-food/ and discovered that they conducted extensive research on dog food ingredients, in order to help pet parents choose the healthiest commercial foods for their furry kiddos. We think that's awesome!

According to the experts at Review.com, here is a list of beneficial ingredients/elements that should be present in your pet's food.

But remember that each pet's dietary needs will vary based on their age, health and other factors. So a visit to your veterinarian with help your make a well informed decision.

1. Whole Proteins: Fish, chicken, beef, duck, liver and eggs

2. Whole Grains: Oats and Quinoa

3. Bonus Healthy Nutrients: Omega-3 fatty acids, Glucosamine, and Chondroitin

4. Meaningful Labels: Certified Organic

5. Natural Preservatives: Vitamins C and E

6. Good Fruits And Vegetables: Sweet potatoes, peas and carrots

http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/allergies-food-energetics/

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