| Vegan dog food is gaining popularity because | | | | 4. sweet potatoes helps support lungs function |
| some dogs have special diet needs and their | | | | and are high in vitamin "A" |
| owners have found away of feeding them that | | | | Dogs like humans should eat their food close to its |
| eliminates those problems or at least minimize | | | | natural state. Some raw vegetable may need to |
| them. | | | | be put in the blender to break down the cellulose |
| What is vegan dog food? Just like in humans | | | | for easier digestion. Some of the benefits seen by |
| vegan food for dogs consist of nutrients that | | | | owners that use vegan dog food are: |
| have been certified organic by the USDA. You can | | | | 1. less exposure to preservatives |
| elect to make your own food or buy it. If your | | | | 2. cleaner teeth |
| dog has a special diet you can now find specialty | | | | 3. less chronic diseases |
| brands on the internet. Sometimes it is much | | | | 4. ease of preparation |
| easier to make your own food if your dog has | | | | 5. less arthritis pain |
| severe health problems with digestion or food | | | | 6. antioxidants in their natural form |
| allergies. | | | | 7. low rate of diabetes |
| The benefits of making your own dog food are | | | | 8. decrease of parasites (fleas, ticks and mites) |
| many. You have complete control over what | | | | As you can see there are a variety of reasons to |
| goes into it. If you decide to use fruits of | | | | give your dog vegan based food. Take the time |
| vegetables: | | | | to learn what your dog likes. Always check with |
| 1. bananas are a good source of potassium and | | | | your vet, to learn the newest information on |
| magnesium | | | | vegan dog food. Always introduce new food |
| 2. apples are a good source of vitamin "c" and will | | | | slowly so that your dog has a chance to adapt to |
| help your dog detoxify | | | | it. We want your dog to be happy and healthy for |
| 3. apple pectin also helps with digestion | | | | many years to come. |