A VET has issued an urgent warning to dog owners over cheap food brands making their pets seriously ill.
Dr Michael Lazaris of Channel 5's The Dog Rescuers has warned opting for cheap pet food could have serious consequences.
Dr Lazaris said: "With so many pet food options on the market, it’s no surprise that so many pet owners are confused about what they should be feeding their furry friends."
The vet said many of the cheaper brands in shops skimp out on good ingredients, which can come at the cost of your dog's health.
Dr Lazaris continued: "Given today’s economy, it can be tempting to go for the cheapest option available in supermarkets, but many of these brands skip out on quality ingredients or produce the pet food in a way which can affect the nutritional value of the food.
“Feeding your pet a poor quality diet can have direct effects on your pet’s health, which can sometimes translate into expensive vet bills.
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"Learning how to read the ingredient list on the packaging can be easy to interpret, and can help pet owners pick the best food for their pet’s health and happiness.”
One in five pet owners said they never check the ingredients in their pet's food, and decide what to buy based off what their pooch prefers.
Aneisha Soobroyen, co-founder of Scrumbles said: "British pet owners love their furry friends, but are seriously unaware when it comes to their food.
"Without this knowledge, they could be exacerbating previously unknown symptoms such as sensitive stomachs, or even causing illnesses."
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Dr Lazaris added: "Choose a tasty, nutritious food appropriate for your pet’s life-stage and activity levels.
"This way you can ensure they will get all the nutrients they need to thrive, and not just survive, and have all the energy they need to enjoy every day to the fullest."
Earlier this week, a vet warned of a harmless vegetable which could potentially kill your pup.
The expert behind TikTok account @lykapetfood told just how "toxic" feeding garlic to your pup could be.
Commercial pet food companies also sometimes choose to include garlic as a supplement due to its debated health benefits.
Garlic aside, broccoli is a strong yes as it is "rich in vitamins and minerals and is a great source of dietary fibre".
And pumpkin is a "great source of dietary fibre and can help settle a sensitive tummy".
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