 would say their pet is a 'fussy eater' – with one in ten canines (11%) consistently refusing to eat their food, research has found. A survey of 2,000 adults, who have a pet pooch, revealed that 17% of dogs will turn their nose up at the food they are served if it's not up to scratch – and three in ten seem to be more interested in what is on their owner's plate, than what is in their own doggie dish. As a result, two in five of the dog owners polled say they find it more stressful trying to plan their dog's diet than their own. And this may be because almost half (44%) claim there is so much contradictory advice on what makes a healthy, nutritious diet for dogs. When asked what is in the food that they serve to their furry friends, 48% were only able to name three ingredients or less – and 23% admit they struggle to understand the ingredients listed on dog food labels. Consequently, 36% worry their pooch may not have a nutritious diet – with 41% calling for clearer labelling on dog food packaging. The research was commissioned by Butternut Box, which has unveiled an edible billboard in a South London park, to highlight the need for fresh and healthy nutrition for dogs. The fresh dog food brand's in-house vet, Dr Ciara Clarke, said: 'Food is such an important factor when it comes to our dogs living long, healthy, and happy lives. A healthy diet can help to prevent many issues and illnesses, but getting the portion sizes and ingredients right is crucial. 'It's clear from this research that dog parents are confused when it comes to what to feed their dog, and how much they should be feeding. 'We need greater transparency and information around dogs' diets, to help owners to make better, more informed choices. 'Many people don't know that dog foods are often packed with nasties, like rendered, hydr){kind=link}
One in ten dogs consistently refuse to eat the food served to them – leaving 36% of owners worried their pet is not getting a nutritious diet
Over a third of dog owners (37%) would say their pet is a “fussy eater” â with one in ten canines (11%) consistently refusing to eat their food, research has found.
A survey of 2,000 adults, who have a pet pooch, revealed that 17% of dogs will turn their nose up at the food they are served if it’s not up to scratch â and three in ten seem to be more interested in what is on their owner’s plate, than what is in their own doggie dish.
As a result, two in five of the dog owners polled say they find it more stressful trying to plan their dog’s diet than their own.
And this may be because almost half (44%) claim there is so much contradictory advice on what makes a healthy, nutritious diet for dogs.