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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 19, 2022 9:25:09 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/2024-01-22-vegetarian-or-vegan-dog-dietsStory at-a-glance Both big pet food and vegetarian/vegan pet parents continue their campaign to push misguided, potentially dangerous dietary choices onto dogs in the form of plant-based diets They’re currently championing a recent study that suggests a small group of dogs remained healthy for a year while eating a plant-based kibble As a vegetarian veterinarian, I’m firmly opposed to forcing one’s personal dietary beliefs on other species; while I applaud human omnivores who choose to be vegetarians/vegans, I draw the line at insisting canine carnivores should adopt the same diet Because a dog is able to survive for a year eating a plant-based diet doesn’t mean he’s thriving; for better or worse, dogs are a species able to endure considerable “nutritional abuse” before their bodies begin to show the effects Bottom line: If your personal eating habits or philosophy require that even your pet abide by them, I encourage you to pick a species to care for whose dietary needs are aligned with yours My notes: It doesn't help that these pet parents are feeding dry kibble which is not filled with nutrition. But, do remember to opt for organic meat for you & your pets. No sense in being pet friendly if you feed your pets CAFO from animal abuse! Edit: Link is no longer available so replacing it with valid one.
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Post by Bob on Oct 19, 2022 17:42:21 GMT -5
Avoid kibble. Not good for them.
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