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Best dog food for Pit Bulls to build muscle and get a shiny coat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old

what dog food should i feed my two american pit bull terrier to make them muscular and for there coat to be shine

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Answered By Catherine Stecyk

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. The top dog food brands that we recommend include Purina, Royal Canin and Hills Science Diet. There are a variety of types, some specifically designed for healthy skin and coats, that you can feed. Some people find that fish oil supplements can help with the quality of fur too, but these should be used in moderation as they are high in fat and may cause diarrhea. The best way to help your dogs build muscle is to feed them a high quality diet formulated for adult maintenance, and ensure they get lots of exercise. I hope this is helpful!

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