Have you ever checked the serving size on your dog’s kibble bag and wondered, “Is this really right?” The truth is, those recommendations are often designed to keep you buying more, not necessarily to meet your dog’s actual nutritional needs.
Kibble is calorie-dense and often packed with fillers like corn or soy. These ingredients bulk up portions but lack the quality nutrition your dog needs. Over time, overfeeding these large portions can lead to obesity, digestive issues, and even a shorter lifespan.
Why Serving Size Matters
Serving sizes on kibble bags don’t account for your dog’s unique characteristics, like breed, age, and activity level. They tend to overestimate your dog’s needs to compensate for the lower nutrient density of kibble, leading to excess weight gain.
A Healthier, More Accurate Approach
At Barkivore, we do things differently. Our nutrient-rich, fresh dog food recipes are specifically tailored to your dog’s weight, breed, and lifestyle. Unlike kibble, which relies on fillers, Barkivore meals are packed with whole ingredients that your dog can digest and absorb more efficiently. This means smaller portions, healthier pups, and no guesswork for you.
Why Fresh Food Wins
Dogs on fresh diets often need 20–30% less food than they would with kibble. This is because fresh food is easier for their bodies to process and provides balanced nutrition without empty calories. A fresh food diet is like upgrading from fast food to a balanced, farm-fresh meal—it’s a change your dog will feel and you’ll see. Barkivore is locally made in Kansas City. To keep our food fresh, we provide dog food delivery in Kansas City or you can stop by and pick up your pet’s meals at our Riverside location.
Your Dog Deserves Better
Most dogs in the U.S. are overfed, leading to an obesity epidemic that affects nearly 60% of the pet population. By switching to a fresh diet like Barkivore, you can take a simple but powerful step toward improving your dog’s health and longevity.
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