Urinary health is a very important consideration when it comes to plant-based diets for pets. Plants in general tend to make one’s body more alkaline, and this can lead to urinary problems in pets (especially male cats due to their anatomy). Modern vegan diets address this problem by adding acidifiers to the formulas to maintain pH balance. In this blog post, we are sharing 3 important tips for supporting urinary health. #1. Hydration The best solution to avoid urinary tract obstruction is to keep your pets well-hydrated. Water flushes out any debris and crystals that may be forming blockages. There a few ways to achieve better hydration: providing moist food in cans (which is 76% moisture) moistening dry kibble (adding water to kibble)...
In the video below, Prof Andrew Knight discusses a study conducted in 2006 on 34 plant-based cats compared to 52 meat-based cats. The study found out that there were no differences in their body conditioning/health status. The proper balance of nutrients is essential when feeding your pets. Animals (and humans) need a certain combination of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water every day to function normally. Balanced nutrition is no accident – pet food manufacturers work hard to determine the exact formula that goes into their products so that they provide everything your pets need daily. Study Re: Vegan Cat Food - Wakefield L et al (2006) The study found that there were no differences in their body conditioning/health...
Curious about our top 3 plant-based kibbles?Here they are! Ami Dog 🌿 Green Dog 🥜 Gourmet Fondue 💚 Each option is nutritionally complete and contains all the necessary nutrients that dogs require for a healthy, balanced diet. This includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals to support overall health, growth, and energy levels. So any one of these top 3 products is completely safe and your dog will be getting everything they need to thrive! But let's look at the details to see which one works the best for your situation. Scenarios Ami dog is a gluten free and Non-GMO dry kibble, which is great for dogs with sensitivities and for picky eaters. Green Dog is a great everyday formula with added taurine....
Soy is a staple ingredient in many plant-based formulas for cats and dogs. In fact, soy is considered to be the best protein source for domestic animals, due to two important factors: availability of essential amino-acids and their excellent digestibility. Excellent source of essential amino-acids Of all plant protein sources, soy is considered the best ingredient for dogs and cats from the amino-acid perspective. It has a high protein content as well as a well-balanced amino acid profile. 1 Table below depicts protein concentration (%) and essential amino acid composition (g/100g protein) in soy (soy protein concentrate) versus meat by-product (poultry). Nutritional requirements of dogs and cats (%) are also included. 2,3 Table 1. Amino-Acid Comparison in Soy and...
Last week, activists from Not Your Skin, DXE and Animal Save Movement organized a rally to stop the use kangaroo leather. Millions of kangaroos are slaughtered each year for their skin. Activists used a multi-facet campaign, spanning social media, phone lines, a formal protest at the Adidas’ head office, and direct action disruptions at Adidas stores in Downtown Toronto, with the goal to make customers aware of cruel practices, and urging Adidas to stop using Kangaroo leather or risk losing support from conscientious consumers. This initiative seeks to shed light on the cruelty behind the fashion industry and to prompt positive change in the treatment of animals. Leather isn't just reserved for fashion-forward footwear;Animal skin in general is also used...
