SUPER FOODS & TREATS FOR PETS
Do you ever wonder if the ingredients in your furry family member's food is actually good for them? According to Dr. Marty Becker, for calorie control, he recommends broccoli, pumpkin, spinach and blueberries as super food ingredients. If you find your pet putting on some extra pounds, you do not have to stop with treats completely. Instead, give blueberries or apple slices as a healthy alternative snack or treat that pack a lot less in calories.
These 'Superfoods' have many beneficial facts to dogs. Apples are very rich in Vitamin A,C and fiber. Red apples also help to clean the residue and keep your dog's teeth strong. Carrots are a very good alternative as a snack or a chew for your dog. They are good for the skin, eyesight and cleaning of the teeth and gums. Green beans are one of the best things you can give your dog. They make for a wonderful low calorie snack. They are a fantastic source of natural plant fiber and high in vitamin A, C, and K.
With the fall season near, what better superfood to give your dog than their very own pumpkin! It is nutritious to give your dog real pumpkin as it is a low calorie food, rich in vitamin A, C, betacarotene, fiber, potassium, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Give your pet about one cup of cooked pumpkin, and they will have a very filling snack that contains 3 grams of fiber.
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