Dog snacks can be nutritionally sound
Throughout history, food has been the tangible link between
domestic dogs and humans. In most cases, food's role in that relationship goes
beyond meals. Snacks, commonly offered as rewards or simple token treats,
can be beneficial or harmful to the health of your client's dogs, depending
on what snacks are offered and when.
Table snacks can cause digestive discomfort, obesity and promote gingivitis.
Unlike most table snacks Milk-Bone biscuits are nutritionally complete
for adult dogs. As you can see from the table, Milk-Bone dog biscuits
contain a healthful and balanced combination of nutrients. As a matter
of fact, Milk-Bone Biscuits meet or exceed both AAFCO and NAS-NRC nutritional
criteria. A medium biscuit contains only 35.9 calories and less than 7%
fat.
Milk-Bone Biscuits and better dental health
Pet owners are becoming more aware of the importance of oral and dental
health for the continuing well being of their dogs. While the most important
component in dental prophylaxis is regular veterinary examinations and
cleaning, studies have shown that Milk-Bone Biscuits help provide effective
daily plaque removal and calculus control above the gum line.1,2
Avoiding too much of a good thing
Canine obesity is a widespread problem, and snacks are often
targeted as a leading cause. Recent surveys among veterinarians suggest,
however, that canine obesity is more a result of owner's casual use of snacks (
snack abuse ) than the actual snacks themselves. By encouraging your clients
to maintain their dogs food intake at timely, recommended meal levels,
you will help them avoid snack abuse and its associated obesity, dental
problems and other negative effects.
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