{"id":36309,"date":"2021-06-15T09:06:55","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T09:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=36309"},"modified":"2021-07-08T08:21:30","modified_gmt":"2021-07-08T08:21:30","slug":"why-salmon-is-one-of-the-best-foods-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/why-salmon-is-one-of-the-best-foods-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Salmon is one of the Best Foods for Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/shop\/dog-formulas\/salmon-bleu-dog-fp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Salmon <\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is one of the best\u00a0things\u00a0to feed\u00a0your dogs.\u00a0Rich\u00a0in Omega-3 fatty acids,\u00a0Salmon\u00a0is effective in reducing triglycerides, a type of fat that\u00a0at high levels,\u00a0can increase the risk of heart disease.\u00a0But did you know that Salmon also has other\u00a0dense nutrients that are beneficial to your dog\u2019s health?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nutritional breakdown of salmon<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The USDA National Nutrient Database\u2019s data\u00a0said that\u00a03 oz. (85 grams)\u00a0of cooked Atlantic Salmon contains:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">175\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/245588.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">calories<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">10.5 g of fat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">0 g of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/161547.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">carbohydrate<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">18.79 g of protein<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It also provides:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">82 percent of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/219822.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vitamin B12<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">46 percent of selenium<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">28 percent of niacin<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">23 percent of phosphorus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">12 percent of thiamin<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4 percent of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/195878.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vitamin<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0A<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wild salmon is even more nutrient-dense. It has less fat and calories but has a higher level of protein.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">118 calories<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3.65 g of fat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">0 g of carbohydrate<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">19.93 g of protein<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It also gives:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">177 percent of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin B12<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">64 percent of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/161618.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vitamin D<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">59 percent of selenium<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">48 percent of niacin<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">39 percent of phosphorus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5 percent of thiamin<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4.8 percent of vitamin A<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:390}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because of its rich nutrient content, salmon has a wealth of benefits, both for adult dogs and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/2019\/07\/15\/5-benefits-of-salmon-protein-for-puppies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">puppies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> alike. While these therapeutic claims have not been approved by any governing body, veterinarians and pet owners still use Salmon as a supplement for the nutritional needs of pets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What the nutritional breakdown of salmon means to pet&#8217;s health\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36313 aligncenter\" title=\"Feeding Your Dog\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/pexels-photo-4422098.jpeg\" alt=\"Feeding Your Dog\" width=\"2250\" height=\"1500\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aids brain development\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Omega-3\u00a0from fish\u00a0also helps\u00a0as an additional\u00a0supplement\u00a0for\u00a0brain development, especially for puppies. This is thanks to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/boosting-puppy-brains-for-trainability-with-omega-3-fatty-acids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">DHA omega-3<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which\u00a0makes up 90% of the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids found in the brain. It\u00a0also aids in\u00a0retinal\u00a0and\u00a0cognitive development.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anti-inflammation\u00a0and\u00a0skin\u00a0allergy\u00a0easing\u00a0properties<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aside from DHA, the other type of omega-3 is EPA. This is responsible for\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.animalmedicalcenterofchicago.com\/fish-oil-for-dogs-and-cats-six-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">easing skin allergies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0by decreasing their body\u2019s production or release of cytokines, stimulators of inflammation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Helps Absorb Fat-Soluble Nutrients<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thebark.com\/content\/omega-3-fatty-acid-essential-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fat-soluble\u00a0vitamins<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including vitamins A, D, E, and K need to be transported from the body into the intestine, which is something that omega-3 fatty acids can help with by acting as a medium. These vitamins in turn, are responsible for promoting eye, skin, and coat health as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High Protein Content<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Protein is crucial for muscle development. Salmon has a lot of this, making it an essential part of the diet for healthy dogs. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Serving salmon for dogs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-36314\" title=\"pexels photo 1409050\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/pexels-photo-1409050.jpeg\" alt=\"pexels photo 1409050\" width=\"2250\" height=\"1500\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Salmon, like any other fish, needs to be thoroughly cooked before feeding to pets, as it may contain parasites and bacteria that can harm your dogs. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some of the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/trupanion.com\/pet-care\/can-dogs-eat-salmon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">recommended guidelines<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for serving salmon include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cooking fish with a temperature of at least\u00a0145\u00b0 F\u00a0or 62\u00b0\u00a0C.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Debone and remove the fish skin when feeding your dog.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pre-cooked canned salmon is a safe choice but stick with salmon packed in water instead of brine or oil.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoid smoked salmon as it contains high levels of salt.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another way to serve salmon<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aside from cooking Salmon for your dogs, you can also take a more convenient option and give them read-made dog food that uses this type of fish as its main ingredient. One of these formulas is\u00a0Salmon Bleu.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Made with sustainably sourced New Zealand King Salmon, it\u2019s rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that help promote your dog\u2019s skin and coat health. Aside from being nutritious, it also offers<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> a delectable and delicate flavor that dogs will love. Salmon Bleu has no added antibiotics, steroids, and artificial growth hormones.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It also has taurine that dogs need for a healthy heart, and\u00a0also\u00a0supplemented with juicy cranberries, blueberries, and raspberries\u2014an abundance of antioxidants, phytochemicals, and flavonoids\u2013beneficial to your dog\u2019s continued health.\u00a0These ingredients all come together to make a complete and balanced diet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Buy <a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/shop\/dog-formulas\/salmon-bleu-dog-fp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Addiction Salmon Bleu<\/a> in a store near you!<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like us on\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/addictionpetfoodsapac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and follow us on\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/addictionpetfoods\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for more pet health and nutrition updates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b>\u2013 Addictionpet.com<\/b><\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"da-reactions-outer TpostID36309\">\r\n            \r\n            <div class=\"da-reactions-data da-reactions-container-async center\"\r\n                data-type=\"post\"\r\n                data-id=\"36309\"\r\n                data-nonce=\"2a962884d4\"\r\n                id=\"da-reactions-slot-post-36309\">\r\n                <div class=\"da-reactions-exposed\">\r\n                    <img src=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/wp-content\/plugins\/da-reactions\/assets\/dist\/loading.svg\" alt=\"Loading spinner\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" style=\"width:64px; 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