Like most other dog food meats, you will commonly find duck in its whole form, or as a dry duck meal. ‘Whole’ duck won’t technically mean the entire duck is included — this term generally refers to boneless or freeze-dried duck meat. Usually, it will feature as the top ingredient in any quality Pug food which claims to be duck-flavored, and it because it is fresh it will contain a considerable amount of water.
Duck meal is another popular ingredient that is more protein-rich per unit weight than fresh duck meat. Some feel that because it’s dehydrated, it’s not as natural as boneless or bone-free duck, but the higher protein can also be an advantage. On the whole, and in either form, duck is a lean protein which also contains minerals and essential vitamins. It’s easily broken down and absorbed by their digestive systems, and can be a nice change from chicken!