Plus: Are you following the “10% rule” for dog treats?
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| | Are You Following the “10% Rule” for Dog Treats?
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| | Why is it important to keep treats and other extras to no more than 10% of a dog’s daily calories?
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| Dogs need complete and balanced
food to meet their nutritional needs.
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| | Dogs who eat too many treats risk obesity.
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| | Most treats are designed to be supplemental, which means they should not be used to replace everyday food.
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| DO YOU KNOW DOGS?
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| | Your dog is a good boy or girl, and deserves to know it. But too many treats can put them at risk of obesity or nutritional imbalances. Fortunately, if you follow certain guidelines, it’s easy to treat your dog while keeping them in great shape. For details,
read our full article on the “10% rule” for treats.
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