A normally carnivorous companion animal or "pet" can be converted to a vegetarian or vegan diet. This type of diet can extend the lives of both cats and dogs and save millions of other animals each year who are slaughtered to feed our companion animals.
We know that the topic of vegan diets for dogs can be polarizing, even in the veterinary world! Here are some tips and tricks for broaching the subject at your pup's next vet checkup.
We know that the topic of vegan diets for dogs can be polarizing, even in
the veterinary world! Here are some tips and tricks for broaching the
subject at your pup's next vet checkup.
1) Bring our handy info sheet
This printout is a great place to start. It
covers all the basics about v-dog kibble in one easy-to-read page. Vets are
often concerned about the nutritional content of the food and whether it
will meet all your dog's needs.
Download PDF handout HERE
2) Do your research
There have been lots of studies on vegan diets in dogs, and the body of
research is continuing to grow!
We know that the topic of vegan diets for dogs can be polarizing, even in the veterinary world! Here are some tips and tricks for broaching the subject at your pup's next vet checkup.
3) Ask the Vegan Vet
Our veterinary consultant, Dr. Lorelei Wakefield, answers common questions
about vegan diets for dogs in our
BLOG here.
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