Does Your Dog Have ADHD?

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Is your dog doing a terrible job in obedience class? Does he hand the trainer his paw when he is told to sit? Does he sit when his trainer says "down?" Awwwe, think your furry kiddo has doggie ADHD? Not likely, but you might want to take a closer look at what you are feeding him.

Many commercial dog foods contain ingredients that are harmful to your pet's system like BHA, and Sodium Selenite. These and other bad ingredients can cause your pup to have trouble focusing, as well as behavior issues. (Source)

If you are worried that your pet's food is lacking nutrients, or causing health problems, there are alternative diets you can try.

According to Dr. Karen Becker, DVM, NMD, of Animal Planet and Dr. Becker's Bites, the healthiest food you can feed your furry kiddo is a nutritionally balanced raw homemade diet. Are you interested in making this for your pup? Click here for the recipe. 

If you would like to see the list of pet foods Dr. Becker ranked best to worst, visit 13 Dog Foods- From Best to Worst.

Sources: Dr. Becker's Bites & Reviews.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean if my dog acts like he has ADHD?
According to this post, a dog that struggles in obedience class or seems unable to focus may not have doggie ADHD at all — the article suggests taking a closer look at what you are feeding him.
Which ingredients in commercial dog food can affect a dog's focus and behavior?
The post names BHA and Sodium Selenite as examples of ingredients that can be harmful to a pet's system and may cause trouble focusing as well as behavior issues.
What does Dr. Karen Becker recommend as the healthiest food for dogs?
As cited in the article, Dr. Karen Becker, DVM, NMD, of Animal Planet and Dr. Becker's Bites, says the healthiest food you can feed your dog is a nutritionally balanced raw homemade diet.
Where can I find a recipe for a homemade raw diet?
The post links to a recipe for a nutritionally balanced raw homemade diet, and also points readers to Dr. Becker's ranked list of pet foods from best to worst.
Where can I see Dr. Becker's ranking of dog food types?
The article links to "13 Dog Foods — From Best to Worst" for readers who want to see the list of pet foods Dr. Becker ranked best to worst.