Labrador retrievers are large dogs. During the feeding process, good nutrition must be provided so that they can grow exceptionally healthy. In addition, this kind of dog is also relatively active. If the dog food does not meet its growth and development needs, various problems may occur. Let’s talk about what is good for Labrador to eat.

It is best for Labrador to eat professional dog food. Of course, in addition to dog food, homemade dog food is also very good. If it is homemade dog food, these nutrients are essential.

1. Meat and its by-products No matter what kind of animal they come from, they are generally similar in terms of nutritional content. They all contain more water and less protein than lean meat, and their fat content varies greatly. Meat contains no carbohydrates because most of the energy is stored in fat rather than sugar and starch. The protein in meat and meat by-products has high nutritional value. The calcium content in all meats is very low. The ratio of calcium to phosphorus has changed greatly. The ratio of calcium to phosphorus is 1:10 to 1:20. The lack of Vitamin A, Vitamin D and Iodine. Therefore, in Labrador’s daily dog ​​food, meat is the most important, and Labrador must eat a certain amount of animal muscle every day. Intermuscular fat, muscle sheath, tendons and blood vessels, etc.

2. Egg

It is a good source of protein, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, folic acid, vitamin A and vitamin D, but lacks niacin. Therefore, eggs should not be regarded as the staple food of Labrador, but can only be used as a useful supplement in Labrador dog food.

3. Dairy is also very important to Labrador.

Dairy products generally include cream, skim milk, whey, yogurt, cheese and butter. Milk contains most of the nutrients Labrador dogs need, but is deficient in iron and vitamin D. Milk is more palatable to Labrador dogs. Generally speaking, dogs of all types prefer to drink milk.

4. Fish

Generally divided into fatty fish and protein fish. Protein fish include: cod, sole, small sole and halibut. Protein fish contain the same protein and lean meat composition, but are rich in iodine; fatty fish are rich in fat-soluble vitamins. The palatability of fish is not as good as that of meat. Generally speaking, dogs are less fond of eating fish compared to meat. And when eating fish, you must be careful not to get pricked by the thorns in the meat.