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Does grain free diets cause DCM in cats?

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Cooperation between veterinary cardiologists, nutritionists, and the USFDA has confirmed that the increase in canine and feline DCM is linked to grain-free diets. The dogs and cats affected are often being fed boutique diets that contain exotic meats and are grain-free.


Is DCM linked to grain free diets?

FDA has received reports of non-hereditary DCM associated with both grain-free and grain-containing diets. Most of the diets associated with reports of non-hereditary DCM have non-soy legumes and pulses (e.g., peas, lentils, etc.) high in their ingredient lists.

Does grain free food cause problems in cats?

Grain free foods typically contain carbs in the forms of potatoes, beans, peas, or lentils. Some of these carbohydrates can lead to gastrointestinal upset. Also when the carbohydrate contents are lower, the fat and calorie amounts are higher and this can lead to overweight cats if not fed properly.

What causes DCM in cats?

Dilated cardiomyopathy is rarely seen in cats today. Historically, it was linked to a dietary deficiency in taurine, which has been corrected by most cat food manufacturers. DCM is characterized by a poorly contracting dilated left ventricle and oftentimes enlarged atria.

Do cats need to be on a grain free diet?

Most cats don't require grain-free food and cats with diagnosed grain allergies are unusual. In a study published in Veterinary Dermatology, corn was found to be one of the least likely sources of food allergy in a cat.

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