According to a blood test I took, I'm allergic to some vegetables - not acutely, it's a delayed type. I always enjoy eating lots of vegetables. Ironically, some of these foods seem to cause me trouble, no matter how healthy they are to other people in general.

I'm certain this applies to pets' diets, too.

Before I started feeding my dog and cat the present pet foods, I had been feeding them other brand's "quality premium pet foods". From a pet's owner's point of view, I really liked the foods, especially the dog food I chose for my dog - good ingredients that are highly digestible. I didn't even mind driving all the way to the store to just get the dog food and my dog seemed to enjoy eating it, too.

But physically, the dog didn't do well with the food -- even though it was a holistic brand. I monitored my dog's condition for a while because I knew that sometimes animals need time to get adjusted to new foods. But it didn't get any better. So, I decided to let go of the dog food, although I really liked it myself. I concluded that it doesn't matter whether I liked the pet food or not. It had to suit my dog's physical needs.

Just because a pet food is good for a majority of pets out there, it doesn't necessarily mean it will also be suitable for your cat and dog. Some ingredients may not be so compatible with the body of your pets, even if they are supposed to promote animals' health in general. Every animal is different, and their ability to digest and absorb nutrients is different. Your cat and dog are unique individuals, just like we all are.

It is important to find a food that is best for your pets.

Through trial and error, I was eventually led to the present pet foods for both my dog and cat. Luckily, my pets like the foods and thrive on them. I hope you will find the right pet food or diet for your furry family members, too!