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Archive for the ‘Protein’ Category
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Filed Under (Dog Allergies, Dog Diet, Dog Heart Health, Dog Kidney, Dog Liver, Dog Nutrition, Holistic Dog Nutrition, L-Glutamine, Protein, Puppies, Senior Dogs) by brenda on 01-05-2010
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There is a lot of misconceptions concerning protein and dogs. So let’s start with the basics and learn exactly what protein is and what foods contain the necessary proteins for a healthy dog’s diet.
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Filed Under (Berte's Daily Blend, Bertes EPA Fish Oil, Bertes Immune Blend, Carbohydrates, Cooked Diet for Dogs, Dog Kibble, Dog Nutrition, Essential Fatty Acids, Fats, Minerals, Probiotics, Protein, Raw Diet for Dogs, Vitamins) by brenda on 01-03-2010
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A common concern for dog owners who are feeding a home prepared diet is whether or not it is ‘complete’. People worry that it won’t be nutritionally balanced and that their dog will miss essential nutrients that can only be found in commercial dog food.
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Filed Under (Carbohydrates, Cooked Diet for Dogs, Dog Heart Health, Dog Kibble, Dog Nutrition, Enzymes, Fats, Fresh Food, Protein, Puppies, Raw Diet for Dogs, Recipes for Dog Food, Senior Dogs) by brenda on 01-03-2009
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Protein is found in most foods, including carbohydrates. But dogs are carnivores and the best source of protein for them is found in animal products. This would include meat (pork, beef, poultry, lamb, rabbit, fish, dairy and eggs, just to mention a few). Animal based proteins contain a complete amino acid profile needed by carnivores. Plant based proteins are missing important amino acids, including taurine and carnitine. Both of these are important for heart and organ health.
The anatomy and digestive process of dogs are designed to most easily digest animal fat and protein. Dogs perform best on animal based products. Studies have shown you cannot feed a dog too much protein.
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Filed Under (Bladder Stones, Calcium Oxalate Uroliths, Cooked Diet for Dogs, Disease, Dog Cancer, Dog Cardiovascular System, Dog Cystitis and UTI, Dog Diet, Dog Gastric Problems, Dog Health, Dog Heart Health, Dog Illness, Dog Kidney, Dog Liver, Dog Nutrition, Holistic Dog Nutrition, Low-Glycemic Diets for Dogs, Pancreatitis in Dogs, Protein) by brenda on 01-02-2009
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Some health conditions may call for changes in the diet for your dog. While there are many commercial prescription diets for some health conditions, you can prepare fresh food diets at home. A fresh food diet can provide a variety of foods that can be helpful in insuring the best nutrition and help keep the fussiest dog’s appetite up so he will continue eating.
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Filed Under (Protein) by brenda on 01-11-2005
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Protein in the Diet
| By Lew Olson • November 2005 Newsletter |
This month is covering the third session of the Nutrition Course. Protein is an important topic, as protein is needed for organ integrity, skin and coat, the immune system and energy. We will cover what foods contain protein, what protein consists of and what the protein needs are for dogs. |
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| By Lew Olson • January 2004 Newsletter |
The issue of protein in puppies and growing dogs has become very controversial and various sources often give conflicting advice. Protein is often blamed for many orthopedic problems in growing puppies, including hip and elbow dysplasia, OCD and Panosteitis. As a result of excessive protein being blamed for these joint issues, it is often recommended to feed less protein to puppies, especially large breeds. |
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Proteins, Kidneys and Senior Dogs
| By Lew Olson • April 2003 Newsletter |
There seems to be a lot of confusion on the topic of protein amounts for dogs and the effects it has on kidney function. Several years ago, the common rule of thumb was to reduce the amount of protein in senior dogs and dogs with any symptoms of kidney problems. |
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