Dog Food

Dog Food If it is not finished at once, how to store it is a question pet owners need to carefully consider, especially in summer. To prevent food spoilage, some owners put dog food in the refrigerator for storage. However, sometimes this causes dogs to have diarrhea after eating it again. Why is this? 

Because the low temperature inside the refrigerator can inhibit bacteria but cannot kill them, especially during the summer when bacteria grow actively, improper storage of food in the refrigerator can increase the chance of food spoilage and cross-contamination. For example, the well-known Listeria is a very strong cold-loving bacterium. If dogs eat food infected with it, they will have diarrhea.    

If unfinished jerky is stored in the refrigerator, it is best to keep it in the refrigerator compartment, but do not seal the bag tightly, and try to finish it as soon as possible. When feeding next time, do not feed dogs immediately after taking it out of the refrigerator. Let it air out for a while until it is not so cold, or heat it in the oven before feeding. 

It is best to seal cooked food for dogs with a freshness bag or plastic wrap before placing it in the refrigerator. This can prevent food from becoming damp, losing moisture, or absorbing odors. Before feeding, be sure to thoroughly heat the food. Generally, heating for more than 5 minutes can basically kill the pathogenic bacteria in the food.      

Of course, storing dog food is one aspect; the initial choice is also extremely important. Some dog foods that are relatively easy to store are simpler and safer to use, such as SmartBones Sweet Potato Chicken Breast Jerky, which cleverly hides natural high-quality chicken inside a tough vegetable-based outer layer. The dog eagerly tries to get the chicken but has to break through the outer defense first. The tough vegetable outer layer effectively cleans residuals and tartar on dogs' teeth and freshens their breath, making it the top choice for dogs' entertainment and leisure!!