What's the best food for my active dog: kibble, canned, or moist?

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Tobias is a rescue. He’s a hound mix (beagle), 37 pounds, athletic, fit. He’s agile and quick very alert. He’s calm but always ready to go. He’s an indoor dog but gets outdoor exercise. He’s estimated 6 years old. Not sure what food to feed him kibble, canned or moist? I thought kibble is always better for dental. It’s not his favorite. Was always told stay away from canned. And moist is loaded with fat. What’s better for him? Suggestions? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 6 years and 6 months old | 37 lbs

Stacey Anstaett, DVM · Accepted Answer

There are good options in each of those categories. Moist or canned does not necessarily mean high fat, nor does it necessarily mean their teeth will suffer (although you will need to be more conscious of brushing teeth or giving dental chews if they are on a canned diet). Dogs with any predisposition to urinary issues or kidney disease are actually better off on canned or high moisture food, as it increases their water intake (because of the water in the food). You can also feed a mixture of canned and dry. I recommend a high quality commercial pet food such as Science Diet or Nutro.

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