Choosing the appropriate dog food and dog treats is critical in to the health and well being of your dog. Are you buying food for a puppy? An overweight dog? A dog with skin allergies? Knowing your dog's nutritional needs will ensure your best buddy enjoys the "dogs" life they deserve!

A dog food manufacturer, Rotations realized that dogs get bored eating the same dry dog food morning and night. When you purchase a box of ROTATIONS Pet Food there are three separate bags, each containing a different lean meat meal. Lamb and cranberries one night; and chicken and blueberries the next. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins and no cookbooks necessary!

Age and lack of exercise can cause a dog to gain too much weight. A healthy dog's weight should reflect the build and size of the animal. Too much extra weight puts strains on organs and joints. Solid Gold Holistique Blendz is an example of a dog food appropriate for older and overweight dogs. Senior Dogs with pancreatic or kidney issues that require low levels of protein and fat and overweight dogs needing a low calorie diet will enjoy a delicious blend of ingredients including sesame and salmon oil, oatmeal, apples and cranberries.

Diabetes also affects dogs and requires special care to keep glucose levels in an appropriate range. High fiber diets are recommended for diabetic dogs. The added fiber slows the digestion of carbohydrates and regulates breaking down the carbs.

The Old Dog Cookie Company also makes Arthritic Relief Dog Cookies. Ingredients like alfalfa and cod liver oil reduce the discomforts of arthritis. Many aging dogs and large breed dogs like the Great Dane, Golden Retriever, Irish Wolfhound and Akita can suffer from arthritis. Arthritis symptoms may increase with age or the joint pain, inflammation and stiffness may develop during old age.

Food allergies are common among many breeds of dogs. Wheat, corn and soy can cause itchy skin, skin and ear infections, excessive scratching, hot spots, hair loss, and frequent bowel movements in a dog with an allergy to these products.

Pinnacle Holistic Trout & Sweet Potato Dry Formula with Essential Vitamins & Minerals with added Probiotics and all natural ingredients including Trout, Oatmeal, Herring Meal, Oat Flour, Canola, Sweet Potato, Calcium Carbonate and Flax Seed is meal full of protein and complex carbohydrates. A good choice for dogs with food allergies.

Diet, exercise and sleep are the essential components of living well. Healthy dog food and nutritional dog treats formulated for your pet's needs will keep their mind and bodies in fit condition.