Dry food is one of the main type of dog food that provides the best nutrition and extremely healthy for your dog. Dry food usually is available in small crumbs of hard food. The crumbs are normally made from one primary ingredient such as meat byproduct of beef, lamb or chicken that has been processed and dried. Dry food for dogs helps maintain good teeth and makes the dog feel fuller as the food expands in the stomach and also gives more solid stools. However, it is very important to make sure your dog has plenty of clean water available at all times. Wet dog food is another type of food that is very tasty to animals and contains about 72% water. Fish meal is another type of food eaten by dogs that is high in Omega-3 Fatty Acids. The fish meal is great for your dog's coat and skin. Raw dog food is also a different type of food available for the dogs. Raw food does retain to a maximum its natural nutrients thus has high nutrition value. Raw dog food does provide the required, amino acids; enzymes and necessary nutrients that your dog needs to stay healthy. Raw bones are normally a part of a raw dog food diet. Chewing of the bones by the dogs helps clean their teeth naturally.

 A lot of dog allergies are usually associated with improper feeding. Grain free food is good because it is easier on their digestive system and also appropriate for the dogs with allergies to grains. Dogs with certain medical condition require specially formulated diet to minimize the clinical signs or slow down the progression of the condition. Most of this special dog food is only available from a veterinarian and do require a prescription. Dog allergies caused by food are a serious issue. If you do notice any of these symptoms it is advisable to consult your veterinarian for evaluation and allergy tests. To prevent dog food allergies, try feeding the dog using good quality organic dog food that contains possible allergens for example grains. Feeding your dog a nutritious and wholesome serving of food at each feed will lead to a healthy food with brilliant eyes, a full, glossy coat and powerful skeletal components. Fats are also a good source of fatty acids and energy though can also cause allergies in dogs. Simply reduce fat in the food and combine it with adequate exercise.