How is high fiber dog food different from other types of dog food?
High fiber food is different from other dog foods in that it contains high amounts of carbohydrates. Where a normal healthy mix of dog food might be 50% protein, 40% vegetables and 10% carbohydrates, high fiber food may have carbohydrates that exceed 50% or more. High sources of fiber in this type of dog food might be soybean hulls, rice bran, potato skins, or pulp from tomatoes, beets, and apples. What kind of diet considerations and other specific health needs might make a high fiber diet the best choice for your dog? For dogs that have allergies, intolerance, constipation, stomach and digestive tract issues or allergies, high fiber dog food is a good choice. It contains high amounts of starch, yet still contains vitamins and minerals, so the digestibility is high and less prone to cause allergic reactions. It can be used for weight gain in puppies and weight loss in more mature animals.
