Dogs are carnivores and have very little nutritional requirement for dietary carbohydrates (starch) to thrive. They get everything they require from protein and fat. Unfortunately, carbohydrates are one of the the main ingredients in commercial pet food, not displayed on the packaging. 31 авг. 2020 г.
Why do dogs need starch?
Sources of carbohydrates for dogs include starch, sugar, and fiber. Starches and sugars: Digestible carbohydrates that provide your dog's body with the energy they need to run. Fiber: Can be soluble or insoluble.
Are carbs necessary for dogs?
A dog's body uses dietary carbohydrates to help maintain and replenish glycogen stores. Although dogs don't have a dietary requirement for carbohydrates, they do have a metabolic requirement for glucose.
What kind of starch is good for dogs?
“Whole” grains, which contain the entire grain kernel (the bran, germ, and endosperm), are good quality carb sources. Examples include whole wheat, bulgur, oatmeal, corn/cornmeal, brown rice, buckwheat, barley, rye, amaranth, millet, quinoa, and triticale.
Does dog food have starch?
Starch, or carbohydrate, is an important part of the extrusion process. Most dry dog foods contain at least 30% starch. The average starch content is 40% and some dry foods can contain up to 60% starch.
