The answer is yes — dogs can eat a vegetarian diet and thrive. While this topic is certainly interesting to vegetarians, owners who don't have issues feeding their dogs meat should also pay attention. Here's why: It is true that dogs belong to the order Carnivora, but they are actually omnivores. 3 янв. 2013 г.
Can a dog survive on a vegan diet?
The short answer is that yes, technically speaking, dogs can survive and even do well on a vegan or vegetarian regimen, says Cummings Veterinary Medical Center at Tufts University.
Is it cruel for dogs to be vegan?
Dogs on a vegan diet are very likely to suffer from malnourishment that will drastically affect their quality of life, while vegan-fed cats are guaranteed to be sick and risk death from malnutrition.
Do golden retrievers need meat?
Golden Retrievers are not carnivores but omnivores. While protein makes up most of a dog's diet, the domesticated dog can digest and use plant-based foods for essential nutrients. They also have blunt molars capable of grinding up fibrous plants and intestines that can digest non-meat foods.
What dog breeds can be vegan?
Doberman pinschers. Boxers. American cocker spaniels. Various giant breeds including Scottish deerhounds, Irish wolfhounds, Great Danes, Saint Bernards, and Afghan hounds.
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