The benefits of marine protein in your dog’s food

The connection that we feel with our dogs is one of the most special things in life. These amazing four-legged beings, our faithful companions for thousands of years, have won the right to be considered as another member of the family. They are sociable and affectionate, loyal and protective and they are always there to make us feel loved and to go with us wherever we are going.

So everything we do for them is the least we can do. To keep them strong, active and healthy, it is essential that they have the right food. For this reason, we want to talk to you about the benefits of marine protein for your dog. Who would not want to ensure their quality of life and enjoy their company for as long as possible?

Dogs can eat fish?

If you are still wondering, the answer is that Yes, dogs do eat fish. You will have been told the opposite hundreds of times, but —surprise— actually that’s not true. Have you ever heard of sea wolves? They are a marine subspecies of wolves living on the coast of the North Pacific, and are living proof that it is not true that dogs only eat meat. Sea wolves base their diet, principally, on fish and cephalopods.

In fact fish is very good for the health of our canine companions. Foods based on marine protein, present in fish, shellfish and algae, can improve their general state of health and vitality. And they love it! At Ocean we have spent years committed to quality foods for dogs and we have established the advantages. In this article, we tell you what we have learned.

The benefits of marine protein for your dog

Marine protein is an excellent choice when preparing a diet for dogs and can contribute to improving their health and welfare. Among the many benefits for our canine friends are the following:

• The content of omega-3 fatty acids, very important for a healthy heart and immune system in dogs, also helping to strengthen the skin and coat.
• Analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects which help in the care of joints, therefore reducing wear and contributing to preventing pathologies such as arthritis, very frequent in older dogs.
• Easy to digest, making it ideal for dogs with gastrointestinal problems and reducing the risks of allergies.
• The low content in fats and calories makes it a very suitable food in cases of overweight or a risk of suffering obesity.
• It contains essential nutrients such as iron and zinc.
• It strengthens neuronal development, so that it is good for all ages. In puppies, it increases their learning capacity, while in older dogs it helps to slow down their cognitive degeneration.

How do I give my dog fish?

You can include marine protein in your dog’s diet in several ways. One is to add fish to his daily meals. To do that, you need to cook it, remove the skin and make sure of taking out all the bones. Also you must make sure that it is well cooked and serve it cold, to avoid any contamination by bacteria. It is a very good option but, let’s be honest, life is already too complicated.

A more practical alternative is to buy food and food supplements that already contain marine protein as an ingredient. Now, if you choose this way, it is essential to ensure that the food is fresh and of good quality. Foods based on fish or shellfish can contain high levels of mercury and other contaminants, so you need to make sure it comes from a reliable source.

Let us save you from having to search for hours among the quantity of options that exist on the market; we can tell you about our Ocean products. Trust us and you will only need to worry about following the instructions on the packet to give your dog the right amount for his age, size, weight and level of activity.

Foods recently taken from the sea: 3 reasons for choosing Ocean

At Ocean we have a very complete line of foods specially formulated for our four-legged friends. The 5 varieties of dog foods, Ocean Mediterranean, Ocean Atlantic, Ocean Cantabrian, Ocean Pacific and Ocean Arctic are named for the oceans where we obtain the raw material. These are the 3 most outstanding features of these products:

1. Natural ingredients

At Ocean, nature is the only source from which to obtain the raw material, rich in proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Therefore we select different products from the sea which bring numerous benefits in nutrition for dogs. You can choose between salmon, squid, anchovies and other white or blue fish.

2. Free of colorants and additives

The Ocean recipes combine quality marine protein, coming from fish and shellfish obtained sustainably, with marine algae. The preparation process does not include colorants or artificial flavour enhancers and the products are free of transgenic ingredients and gluten.

3. Sustainable food

At Ocean we are committed to the planet. We firmly believe in the need to care for our natural environment in order to guarantee a healthy future for our dogs and for us too. To do this we collaborate with bodies that are working for the conservation of the oceans and their species and we support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.