The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has opened an investigation into the development of dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs that are fed grain-free diets. Dilated cardiomyopathy is a heart condition resulting in an enlarged heart and thinning of the heart muscle. 30 июл. 2020 г.
Do dogs need to have grain in their diet?
Should dogs eat grains? Whole grains such as corn provide dogs with important digestible nutrients including energy, protein, vitamin E and linoleic acid. It is those nutrients that are crucial to a dog's overall health.
Is no grain better for dogs?
Despite the benefits for some dogs, there are downsides to feeding a grain-free dog food. Many people assume grain free means low carb, but that's not the case. In fact, some dog foods without grains are higher in alternative carbohydrate sources like potatoes and peas. This could result in unintentional weight gain.
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