The excess of carbohydrates in the diet of domestic dogs

Authors

  • TARCISIO BARRETO Uninassau
  • Dhebora Crys Cunha dos Santos Universidade Potiguar (UnP)
  • Andressa Welison Locatel Moreira Universidade Potiguar (UnP)
  • Beatriz de Amorim Viana Universidade Potiguar (UnP)
  • Gabriela de oliveira Rocha Universidade Potiguar (UnP)
  • Isadora Callipo Fujji Garcia de Medeiros Universidade Potiguar (UnP)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n12a997.1-6

Keywords:

Carbohydrate, dog, nutritional requirements, kibble

Abstract

The excess of carbohydrates in diets aimed at feeding dogs can cause the emergence of several pathologies, in addition to decreasing the quality of life of these animals. Although, by the industry, canids are considered omnivorous, many scientific studies classify them as opportunistic carnivores, since the carbohydrates digestive capacity these animals have does not necessarily make this organic compound a bio-appropriate option for the species. When comparing the dog and its ancestor, the gray wolf, we can find several similarities about their food preferences, however, data on their nutritional needs have not been widely studied and debated. Thus, it can be said that the nutrition of domestic dogs needs greater attention.

Published

2021-12-03

Issue

Section

Nutrição e alimentação animal

How to Cite

The excess of carbohydrates in the diet of domestic dogs. (2021). Pubvet, 15(12). https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v15n12a997.1-6

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