Ingredients You Shouldn't Feed Your Pooch

Ingredients You Shouldn’t Feed Your Pooch

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If you have never wondered what’s in your dog’s food, now is the time to start. Different research studies that reveal many of the ingredients in your pet’s food and how they affect their body. Here are two reasons you should be aware of bad dog food ingredients and a list of these dangerous ingredients.

Ingredients To Avoid:

Health and safety are the primary reasons you should know what you’re feeding your dog. Many of the ingredients found in dog food are dangerous and can damage a dog’s heart, lungs, kidneys, and eyesight. You want to keep your pet as safe as possible, and one way to do this is

by knowing what’s in your dog’s food.

Ethoxyquin

Ethoxyquin is used as a preservative in dog food. Originally, ethoxyquin was developed for herbicide purposes. This preservative is known to cause kidney and liver damage, and cancer of the skin, liver, stomach, and spleen. Other dangers ethoxyquin are linked to include leukemia, immune deficiency syndrome, and blindness.

Propylene Glycol

Propylene Glycol is an ingredient found in anti-freeze and your pet’s food. Propylene Glycol is an ingredient used in dog food to prevent the growth of bacteria and reduce moisture in the food. Since this ingredient prevents the growth of bacteria, your dog may have issues with digestion because intestinal bacteria is required for the proper absorption and digestion of food. Without an ample amount of moisture for digestions, dogs are at risk for developing an intestinal blockage or cancerous lesions.

BHT/BHA

BHA (Butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (Butylated hydroxytoluene) are found in dog and human food. BHA is a preservative linked to kidney damage. BHT is more dangerous than BHA and is linked to cancer in dogs. BHT is an ingredient found in pet food that keeps food from spoiling.

Corn Syrup

Corn syrup is sugar that is used to sweeten your dog’s food. Corn is a concern because a dog’s body, like humans, cannot digest it. Too much sugar consumption can cause weight gain and lead to diabetes. Other changes that can occur due to corn syrup consumption include hyperactivity and change in rational behavior. Corn is a filler that is frequently used in dog food because it is inexpensive. Corn can develop mold or fungus.

By-Product

By-product is a dangerous ingredient and is the internal remains of different animals, including chicken, turkey, beef, fish and lamb. By-products often include tumors and diseased tissues.

Carrageenan

According to a research study conducted by Cornucopia, more than 70 percent of canned cat and dog food contain carrageenan. Carrageenan is a dangerous ingredient found in pet food that causes intestinal inflammation which could lead to cancer.

Food Dyes

People do not believe food dyes are as harmful as other ingredients found in dog food, but they are. Food dyes are used in dry dog food to imitate the appearance of fruits, meats, and vegetables. Food dyes are dangerous because they can cause hyperactivity, cancer, and organ damage.

The next time you go to the store or shop online for pet food, look for these ingredients. The ingredients listed are harmful to your pet and can cause different illnesses and death. Organic dog food is one of the best options for your pet. The ingredients used are all-natural and do not cause disease and illness. Organic dog food is great for your dog’s overall health and well-being because the ingredients are not refined.

About The Author: Mary Nielsen is a passionate dog lover, blogger and part-time music teacher. She founded MySweetPuppy.net to share her ups and downs of being a pet parent to a bunch of adorable mutts. When she is not playing with them or teaching, you can find her experimenting in the kitchen.