Should my puppy eat grain-free food? Is it linked to heart disease?

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Should I give my dog grain free? I’ve heard it can be linked to heart disease later in life... please consult. Which natural food would you recommend for a puppy? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 8 days old | 12 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Copper. I do not recommend feeding a grain free diet. You are correct that some of these diets have been linked to heart disease. Furthermore, most of these diets are higher in carbohydrates and calories. This can lead to unnecessary weight gain. I recommend a well balanced puppy food from a reputable company. Depending on his projected adult size, you may consider a large breed formula. I personally recommend Purina Purina ProPlan or Royal Canin as they put an extensive amount of research into their diets. They have veterinarians on staff and perform feeding trials on dogs as opposed to laboratory analysis. These are benefits small boutique pet food company just cannot provide. I hope this information helps!

Should my puppy eat grain-free food? Is it linked to heart disease?

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