What criterion is essential for the primary ingredient in high-quality food intended for a Bichon Frise?
Answer
The first ingredient listed should be a specific, named meat source such as chicken, lamb, or fish.
Ingredient quality is the primary indicator of nutritional value, especially for sensitive breeds. High-quality commercial foods must clearly identify their protein source. Listing a specific, whole meat—like chicken, lamb, or fish—as the first ingredient signifies that the diet begins with a recognizable and generally high-quality source of animal protein necessary for muscle maintenance, tissue repair, and overall vitality. Foods that start with unnamed meals or large proportions of grains suggest a lower nutritional density and a higher likelihood of containing fillers that offer less usable nutrition for the dog.
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