Cats and dogs both have small guts that can quickly and effectively break down meat products, while plant-based options can be a lot harder for them to digest.
Cats get an amino acid called taurine from eating meat which is essential to their diet. They also get arginine, arachidonic acid and A and B vitamins.
Removing these components from a cats system can cause severe problems including heart failure, birth defects and liver problems.
Cats and dogs both have small guts that can quickly and effectively break down meat products, while plant-based options can be a lot harder for them to digest.
Cats get an amino acid called taurine from eating meat which is essential to their diet. They also get arginine, arachidonic acid and A and B vitamins.
Removing these components from a cats system can cause severe problems including heart failure, birth defects and liver problems.
Dogs are better equipped to handle a plant-based diet, but still require foods rich in protein and can suffer from heart diseases and vitamin D and B deficiencies from avoiding their natural food source.
Pets require a balanced diet to gain their natural nutrients and benefits from their food, regardless of personal choice.
Supplements are available for pets with vegan diets, and can be taken in a number of different formulas for different animals.