Here's an interesting article by licensed veterinarian Dr. Becker. In this article Dr. Becker voices concern over the idea that dogs are plant eating omnivores like humans are and as such can exist on a vegetarian diet. Ellen DeGeneres is a co-owner of the "Halo" brand and there are reports that she will develop a "vegan" line of dog food.
The Doctor reminds dog owners that a dog's teeth are built for meat eating, they don't have the digestive enzymes in their saliva for processing carbs and starches and their digestive system is designed to hold and break down meat-based proteins.
Read more interesting facts at
Mercola.com.
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