Today we want to focus on a crucial aspect of canine nutrition: the importance of proteins in our dogs' daily diet.
1. Why Are Proteins Essential? Proteins are vital for the growth, development, and repair of tissues in dogs. These fundamental nutrients contribute to the formation of muscles, bones, skin, fur, and internal organs, being essential for the overall health of our pets.
2. Three Main Benefits of Proteins:
- Growth and Repair: Proteins are vital for tissue growth and repair, keeping our dogs in an optimal state of health.
- Body Maintenance: They play a crucial role in cell renewal and maintaining the integrity of organs and systems.
- Energy and Vitality: Although fats are the main source of energy, proteins also provide energy, especially when the intake of other nutrients is low.
3. Types and Qualities of Proteins: Common sources of animal proteins for your convenience include beef, chicken, turkey, and fish, offering a complete range of essential amino acids.
Let's avoid meat derivatives such as flours or plant-based proteins as the basis of their diet, as their assimilation will be much lower, which will not be good for their health.
4. Recommended Daily Amount: For healthy adult dogs, it is recommended that the diet contain between 18% and 25% protein. However, the exact amount may vary depending on the dog's weight, age, activity, and individual health.
If your pet has a special condition, we recommend consulting an expert nutritionist.
5. Kastian's Delilonjas and Cubipremios: At Kastian, our Delilonjas include lean pork protein and healthy fats, while Cubipremios are made with baked lean liver.
These products are designed to offer a balanced and nutritious diet, meeting the protein needs and other essential nutrients for your dog.
