

· By Voedingsdeskundige Fia Luijerink
The 6 benefits of Vegan Dog Food
Anyone who owns a dog strives to provide the best possible care for their four-legged friend. One option gaining increasing attention is vegan dog food. But what makes this food so healthy for your furry friend? Below, we unravel six benefits of vegan dog food. Considering a PAWR Vegan Trial Pack? Click here .
1. Complete & balanced:
PAWR's vegan dog food offers not only a nutritious but also a balanced diet for your four-legged friend. With carefully selected plant-based ingredients, it provides all the essential nutrients needed for a healthy and active life.
2. Made with Superfoods:
PAWR embraces superfoods, which not only nourish but also boost your dog's overall health. Think antioxidants, minerals, and plant-based compounds. View our Superfoods here. Vegan dog food contains all the nutrients a dog needs to live a long and healthy life. FEDIAF, the European industry association that prescribes which nutrients dog food must contain, lists nutrients, not ingredients. Therefore, the source of the nutrients doesn't matter. This means these nutrients don't have to come from meat-based dog food. All the nutrients a dog needs can also come from plant-based foods. The complete foods PAWR sells comply with FEDIAF guidelines. This means PAWR contains all the nutrients your dog needs to live a long and healthy life. Read more here.
3. No toxic substances:
Animals in the meat industry are given hormones and antibiotics to grow faster and protect them from all kinds of diseases. Residues of these hormones can end up in meat products. The use of antibiotics in the meat industry is common. Residues of these medications can remain in the meat. The use of antibiotics can become a problem because it causes bacteria to become resistant. This means that if your dog becomes ill from bacteria, antibiotics will no longer help. Raw meat can contain pathogens such as Toxoplasma, Neospora, E. coli, Salmonella, and resistant bacteria. A female dog can transmit the Neospora parasite to several litters, with the puppies developing serious neurological problems. In addition, meat used for pet food is mixed with other products considered unsuitable for human consumption. Examples include hooves, hides, horns, feathers, hair, as well as food scraps and kitchen waste. Animals that eat too much bone can become constipated. In rare cases, this can lead to permanent damage to the large intestine.
4. Hypoallergenic:
PAWR's vegan dog food is hypoallergenic, making it perfect for dogs with food allergies and gastrointestinal issues. The properties and digestibility of hypoallergenic food contribute to the well-being of sensitive pets.
5. Weight management:
Plant-based dog food reduces the tendency for dogs to become overweight. Plant-based dog food can reduce the tendency to become overweight for several reasons. It is typically lower in calories, has a high fiber content for longer-lasting feelings of fullness, contains less saturated fat, and supports healthy weight distribution. Furthermore, it provides energy for an active lifestyle and may be suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs.
6. Vegan dogs live longer:
Scientific research shows that a completely vegan dog food is beneficial for health and can extend the lifespan of dogs. The longest-lived dogs often appear to be vegan. Read more here .
A Future of Health and Compassion for Your Dog
In the quest for the best for our furry companions, vegan dog food seems to be a promising and sensible choice. With PAWR as an example, we see not only a commitment to wholesome nutrition but also a range of benefits that go beyond nutrition.
By choosing complete and balanced vegan dog food, you not only give your four-legged friend the necessary nutrients but also support his health and vitality.
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