"Dog owners like to offer a little excitement, especially when serving a dry meal," said Dr. David M. Kozuch, veterinarian, The Iams® Company, which is a recognized leader in enhancing the well-being of dogs and cats for more than 50 years. Studies reveal that more than 40 percent of American pet owners admit to adding table scraps or other wet food to their dogs' meals.
If you would like to know more about nutrition and leading-edge pet care, take a look online at www.iams.com, a Web site that answers innumerable questions for dog and cat owners on this subject, and a resource that also may help solve a variety of pet health and dietary problems.
Spoil Your Dog Healthy
"Indeed, there is a whole lot of room for kindness and excitement in nutritional foods," Dr. Kozuch said. The Iams Company gives pet owners lots of ways to simply spoil their dog healthy.
To add some excitement to the routine dry dog food, for example, look for Iams Savoury Sauce®. It is a nutritious, daily-use condiment enriched with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Hailed as a gastronomic delight for dogs of all ages, this delicious "dog gravy" comes in an easy-pour plastic bottle (20 servings per bottle) and helps promote lifelong health with low-fat, low-calorie beef, chicken and bacon flavours.
Citing the case of a researcher whose English bulldog, Lulu, took an instant liking to the product during trials, Dr. Kozuch said, "Lulu would wait for her owner to pour a few drops of the Savoury Sauce into the bowl. And, on occasions when the owner forgot, Lulu would cast wistful glances at the cabinet in which the sauces were stored."
The good news for pet owners, Dr. Kozuch emphasized, is that the addition of taste and flavour does not come along with an excess of calories or fat. Iams Savoury Sauce is formulated for all three life stages, including Puppy, Adult and Active Maturity.
Did You Know?
Regardless of the food you choose, your pet must have plenty of fresh water available at all times.
Dog nutrition fact book: How does your dog use nutrients? How does his breed size affect his nutritional needs? How can he stay active for a lifetime? For quick and informative answers, visit www.iams.com.
