Dog food and nutrition

The easiest way to give your dog a long, happy life is to feed him right. Other than regular exercise, there's nothing more important to his well-being than a proper diet. But, with entire pet store aisles dedicated to dog food and treats, it can be hard to know what's best for him.

The following articles cover the details of dog nutrition, including nutritional requirements for your dog's different life stages, choosing a commercial dog food, feeding schedules, and more. Remember that every dog is an individual. While this information can give you an overview of how to keep your pet strong and healthy, you should discuss his particular nutritional requirements with your veterinarian.

• Basics of dog nutrition
• Puppy nutrition and diet
• Adult dog nutrition
• Senior dog diet and health
• Vegetarian diet for dogs
• Feeding your dog on a schedule
• Is your dog overweight? The dog obesity test
• How to keep your dog at an ideal weight