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Here's what you need to know about your dog’s health as he matures from 1 to 8 years.

Protein is best known for supplying amino acids to build hair, skin, nails, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. It also plays a main role in hormone production.

Wheat is a grain used as a high-quality carbohydrate source in dry dog foods and biscuits. It provides energy for daily activity, as well as processing characteristics for the food.

Ethoxyquin is a synthetic antioxidant (artificially manufactured from other elements) that is approved for different uses.

Obesity is a common problem in dogs, but you can help your pet lose weight.

IAMS research has shown that some dog-food products are best formulated using a combination of carbohydrate sources.

Even if a pet food is formulated to provide all of the essential nutrients required by a dog, it is of little value if the animal will not eat it. Quality pet foods are carefully formulated not only to be highly nutritious but also to be highly palatable.

Providing dogs with vitamins, minerals, and other nutritional components is important to their health and well-being. The best way to do so is by feeding a high-quality complete and balanced diet. Supplementing dog food often upsets the balance and may lead to a variety of health problems.