{"id":298,"date":"2020-06-08T14:09:13","date_gmt":"2020-06-08T14:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/?p=298"},"modified":"2021-03-06T18:20:59","modified_gmt":"2021-03-06T18:20:59","slug":"what-should-i-feed-my-australian-shepherd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/what-should-i-feed-my-australian-shepherd\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should I Feed my Australian Shepherd in 2021?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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You are all happy with your Aussie puppy and trying to get everything ready and prepared. Then, you come across the question: what should I feed my Aussie?<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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There are so many different types of dog diets out there today. It can be very overwhelming and challenging to choose the right diet for your Aussie.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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This article has no hidden intention to tell you what brand or diet type to pick. Instead, if has information to help you make the best choice from an educated standpoint. A happy Aussie is a healthy Aussie!<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Commercials and ads have many ideas created by business executives and marketing teams. How do we know what to believe? What is <\/span>medically<\/span><\/span> and <\/span>scientifically<\/span><\/span> reliable? Our goal is to discuss factors you must keep in mind while choosing an appropriate food for your Aussie.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

What Should I Feed my Aussie?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The dog diet subject can be quite controversial. People can become fanatical when it comes to defending their diet of choice. For example: natural vs. commercial, raw vs. cooked, grain-free or with grains, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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There are some important facts we have to consider when choosing our dog\u2019s source of nutrition.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Different breeds, different ages, and different health conditions have different nutritional needs. So, there is not a specific, universal diet that will fit all dogs. We will describe the process of how diets form, so we can understand that a little better.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Create a Nutrient Profile<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Every diet has a specific nutrient profile. A nutrient profile is the precise nutrient balance to target your dog’s needs. Here are some examples of dietary needs:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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