“October Health Food starts here…”
Healthy food isn’t a diet,
it’s the foundation for good life quality!
Hi Pet Parents!
Food is not just about Calories – Food is about Quality & Ingredient Combinations
Sure, kibble fills the belly. Canned food satisfies cravings and delivers moisture.
But are processed foods building a strong, healthy body?
You know the answer…
NO chemical additives = fewer tummy troubles and better long-term health
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3 most important “food ingredients” that the body can’t build and that’s why these groups are “essential”
1 . Fresh, animal based, high-quality proteins build strong muscles, boost the immune system, keep hormones balanced and deliver “clean” energy
2 . Healthy animal-based fats (yes, unsalted butter & ghee included!)
support brain and nerve health and repairs, help use fat-soluble vitamins (A, D & E) and improve taste and satiety (feeling full without stuffing yourself)
3 . Vitamins, fiber & minerals preferably from fresh vegetables boost
digestion and the immune system and help organs function properly
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Food for Thought …
Doesn’t fat make my pets fat?
Nope. Carbohydrates (starches) and their ‘empty calories’
with no nutritional value make our pets fat.
Good fats are not only an essential (non-negotiable) part of your pet’s healthy meals, they help your pet reach or keep a healthy weight because they make your pet feel full faster.
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Here are some frequently asked Q&A
about fats for our pets
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What are “good fats”?
The best fats for our carnivore furries are “clean” animal-based fats
like grass-fed (unsalted) butter and ghee. Although all animal-based fats (chicken skin, pork lard, beef tallow) are good fats for pets, farmed animals such as chicken, pork and also cows are exposed to numerous chemicals that get stuck in their fat cells. This can lead to a high toxin load if we stick to only feeding these fats.
How about Fish oil or Salmon oil?
Fish fats are possibly the most contaminated fats of all. That’s one reason why I caution against feeding supplements like ‘salmon oil’ and ‘fish oil’. Aside from being ‘supplements’ that are added for their Omega3-fatty acid content, these oils are unstable when exposed to oxygen. This makes fish-based oils unsuitable to add to our pets’ meals which are refrigerated or frozen.
Isn’t Flaxseed and Olive oil a good thing for pets?
Nope! These oils contain good components like DHA & EPA but in a form that can’t be converted and used in carnivores (dogs and cats).
Is there any plant-based fat that’s good for my cat and dog?
Yes – virgin coconut oil (“VCO”) with its unique ‘medium chain fatty acids’ that can reduce inflammation in the body. VCO is especially suitable to fight ‘brain fog’ like CCD (canine cognitive dysfunction) – the doggie version of ‘Alzheimers disease’. And, VCO can be a good option for fat-sensitive pets lacking lipase (fat digesting enzyme) like many pancreatitis prone pets.
How much fat do I add to my pet’s meals?
A little (of high-quality fat) goes a long way! For small pets below 5 kg, add ½ teaspoon to their daily meal portion. For medium sized pets weighing up to 15 kg, 1 teaspoon of fat or VCO is likely sufficient. Larger dogs can have up to a tablespoon of high-quality fat a day.
While unsalted butter (and ghee) are my main go-to options for healthy fats in my pet meals, I want you to remember that “VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE”.
Remember, use different fats. Don’t get stuck with only one type of fat!
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Until next time, stay paw-sitive & feed smart!
