Thursday at 5:30: Is homemade really healthy? KIRO 7 puts pet diets to the test

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Pet owners want our animals to be as healthy as possible for as long as possible, and since you are what you eat, we’re putting their diets to the test.

According to a survey published in the American Veterinary Medical Association, the number of dog owners who make their dog’s meals has increased 400 percent over a period of 15 years.

So, is the expensive mail order food or home-cooked really giving your animals the nutrients they need?

KIRO 7 News is going to the experts so you can get the most good years with your pet without spending more than you need to on food!

Watch our story Thursday at 5:30 p.m. on KIRO 7 News.