Chicken or veal: which food to choose for your dog
Both DELICATE formulas have the same balance — 32% protein, 16% fat and the same vitamin and mineral complex. The difference is the meat source, and that is exactly what decides which one suits which dog.
- Easily digestible protein, suits most dogs
- The most common choice for an everyday diet
- Moderate fat — for dogs prone to weight gain
- Downside: chicken is one of the common allergens
- A rare allergen — the choice for sensitive dogs
- Rich in iron, zinc and B vitamins
- Rich taste — for picky eaters
- Downside: not suitable if your dog is allergic to beef
How to choose
A healthy dog with no history of allergies — Chicken. If there was itching, red ears or digestive upset on a previous poultry-based food — Veal. Not sure? Order both and see which one your dog eats more eagerly.
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Can you alternate
Yes, if there is no allergy — but not daily. One bag of chicken, the next of veal, with a gradual switch over 3–4 days. Varying protein sources lowers the risk of developing an intolerance in the future.