Rather than just treat the symptoms, holistic methods are developed to promote overall good health. The healhier the dog, the better the dog's system is able to help in overcoming dis-ease. While the most common method for feeding dogs is dry kibble, it is becoming more evident that fresh food can improve a dog's health. Dry dog foods are cooked and processed for three to four days, and lose most of the nutrients through the cooking process. Additives and supplements are added, to meet government standards, but cannot match the nutrient value of fresh food.
Digestibility is also a factor.
Dry kibble takes 14 to 16 hours to digest in a dogs system, while fresh foods can digest in four to six hours. Fresh, healthy nutrients are important for recovery and good joint health. Good diet and fresh foods are the most important element in healthy joints, fighting arthritis and setting the stage for recovery. Vitamins The most important vitamin for pain relief and collagen repair is vitamin C with bioflavonoids . Belfield has done numerous studies and research on vitamin C in dogs.