Fresh Food for Cotons de Tulear
Sweet, clownish, and happy: this soft little cotton ball is 13 pounds of pure joy, according to Coton lovers. The only breed to originate in Madagascar, the Coton de Tulear’s ancestors are believed to have survived a shipwreck off the coast of the island nation, speaking to their surprising tenacity.
Cotons love to be with their people and should not be left alone for long periods of time. They’re cuddly, silly, and extremely adaptable, getting along well with people of all ages, other dogs, and small animals. And one of the most interesting traits: Cotons are known for walking on their hind legs, a trick they will perform over and over again if it means making their people smile.
A diet of fresh dog food for your Coton is the best way to support their health and happiness—along with daily exercise, regular vet care, and a loving family.
What’s the best dog food for Cotons de Tulear?
A diet of fresh dog food for your Coton de Tulear contributes to a healthy, active life, and could help stave off some of the ailments common to this breed.
Why fresh is best for your Cotons de Tulear
Highly processed kibble can contribute to many issues that can compromise your Cotons de Tulear’s health. Recipes from The Farmer’s Dog are made with fresh, human-grade ingredients, steamed to retain nutrients, and pre-portioned to help maintain weight.
Feed Fresh TodayMaintain a healthy weight
It’s critically important to avoid overfeeding any dog, big or small. Being even a little overweight can increase your Coton's odds of developing a host of diseases like arthritis, diabetes, and even cancer. A fresh-food plan, tailored to your dog’s needs, and delivered in pre-portioned packs, makes weight maintenance easy.
Dial up dental health (and fresh breath!)
For dogs like Cotons de Tulear, who may be prone to dental disease, don’t look to a dried pellet to clean teeth. Kibble is an ultra-processed food—it sticks to teeth, contributing to plaque, and it can contain substances that actually fuel inflammation in the tissues of the body, including the mouth. Eating for dental health means eating for overall health. A fresh, whole-food diet promotes a healthier immune system, which helps ward off dental infections—and it doesn’t stick to teeth.
Know what’s in the bowl
For Cotons de Tulear with dry and itchy skin, sensitive stomachs, or other signs of food allergies and sensitivities, it’s important to know exactly what you’re feeding—something that can be impossible with kibble, which often contains ingredients not listed on the bag. Allergies and intolerances to food are all too common and many dog owners notice symptoms clear up when they switch to fresh food.
Protect joints
Cotons are prone to joint issues. Maintaining a lean body condition can help. And fresh food from The Farmer’s Dog contains Omega-3 fatty acids, proven to reduce inflammation and improve arthritis. Even if kibble contains these healthy fats, they can go rancid sitting on the shelf for long periods. Rancid fats don’t deliver the intended health benefits, and in fact can contribute to inflammation. Fresh food delivers these powerful nutrients intact to your Coton de Tulear.
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