What To Know About Pet Food
Posted on: 5 September 2019
If you are working in pet day care or boarding, pet food is very important. Making sure that the pets you are caring for are well fed with the right food is key. The type of food needed can vary depending on the type of pet, it's age, and whether or not there are health issues are present. There are various things that you should be aware of when ordering pet food. Here are three things that you should keep in mind.
Ingredients Are Important
When ordering pet food, it's important to take a close look at the ingredient list in order to determine if it will work for the pets you care for. Before taking in a pet for day care or boarding, it's important to ask if they have any sensitivities or allergies to certain types of food or ingredients. Knowing what it is in the food you have at your facility will help ensure that the right food is being given out. Depending on the pet you may want to avoid food that has high amounts of by-products or meals listed in the ingredients. Other ingredients that may need to be avoided include corn syrup, MSG, and propylene glycol.
Costs Can Vary
When it comes to pet food, costs can vary widely. The type of food you are buying and how much is needed will all have an impact on the total cost. Whether you are buying in store or from pet food suppliers can also have an impact on price. Dog food as an example will typically range from $100 to $250 per year for a 30 pound bag that will last 2 months for the average dog. Premium kibble will range from $200 and $400 while canned food or frozen raw food ranges between $400 and $1,000 per year for a single dog.
Food Amounts Vary
Another thing that you will need to consider when it comes to feeding pets is that the amount of food needed can vary widely from animal to animal. A young and very active dog or cat will require much more food than an old or sedentary cat or dog. You will also want to discuss weight management and medical needs with the owners. Some pets may need to have their food intake limited due to weight gain or health issues.
When it comes to pet food, there are a few things that you should know if you are running a pet day care or boarding facility. First, looking into the ingredients of what you are buying is key. Some pets may have allergies or sensitivities to certain types of ingredients. Costs can also vary widely depending on the type of food used. The amounts required will also be individual depending on the pet.
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