Think about it - if you were left to feed yourself based only on what you craved and had no knowledge of what your body needs to function, would you be eating 5 servings of fruit and veggies or would you head straight for the Ding Dong case at the market?

1. Cover all of the bases.

A dog's diet can be as complex as any human's (including yours!), and it's absolutely essential that you, as an owner, hit all of the vital nutritional bases.

A deficiency of certain vitamins and nutrients can lead to upset tummies, overly dry or oily skin, brittle bones, weight issues, and, in some of the worst cases, death.

A balanced and proper diet is the building block of your dog's overall health - if he doesn't get the right blend of nutrients, the most impeccable care otherwise won't mean a thing.

But with the right diet, his defenses against disease and disorders are infinitely stronger than a dog whose owner hasn't put much thought into an eating plan.

2. Mix it up!

For the most part, pre-packaged food will help you cover all of the major nutritional requirements a healthy, fairly young dog has.

This where many owners trip up simply because of the ease of the decision.

Most think that the major choice is between dry and moist food, when in reality the best diet you can provide your dog is one varied in:

• ingredients
• textures
• and nutritional value.

Dogs, of course, are carnivores, and that instinct remains in their blood to this day.

They continue to hunt prey, love sausage-flavored treats, and adore the great crunch they get when chowing down on a bone.

Those varied elements should give you a little bit of insight into how diverse your dog's diet can be.

3. Move beyond meat.

Building some portion of his diet from meat gives you many of the crucial nutrients he needs for energy and growth, but he also needs fiber and carbohydrates to aid in digestion and stability.

You could throw down a bowl of dry food every day and maybe give them a "treat" of moist food once a month, but how would you like it if the tables were turned and your dog insisted on feeding you pancakes every day for the rest of your life?

Not such a sunny outlook, is it?

4. Give him some green.

Your dog needs a well-balanced diet, and the best way to accomplish that is through a wide variety of ingredients.

Did you know that many dogs love veggies?

Vegetables offer a way to provide more much needed nutrients and vitamins to your dogs diet. Helping their overall health and creating a variety in their diet too.

Give it a shot and see what you - and your dog - think. After all, the worst that could happen is an improvement in your pooch's health!

In Summary

The only set rule in feeding your Pit Bull is to make sure their meals satisfy the unique nutritional requirements any dog has. You don't have to stick to the bag or the can, and you don't have to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen.

Making dishes for your dog can be a family event, and nothing expresses gratitude better than a big, sloppy, wet kiss.

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