There seems to be much confusion about the correct amount of protein to include in the diet of dogs and cats. Physiologically and biochemically dogs and cats are carnivores, thus, it wouild seem clear that inclusion of meat protein as the major component of the diet of dogs and cats would be obvious and most appropriate. Evidence of the protein content of prey animals is given in the article above and further evidence of the protein content of prey and feed animals is given in Table 1 below. Table 1 is given as support for the inclusion of high amounts of meat protein in a dogs and cats diet and not meant as a feeding guideline.
The information provided and the references cited in this discussion, and the many other articles by Green Dog, are meant to help the conscientious pet owner provide the best possible nutrition for their companion animals. Using the scientific literature as a guide we hope you will find this information of benefit when deciding how and what to feed your pets.
Table 1
Dressed Carcass = eviscerated whole body with head, feet, and skin removed.
Adapted from a table prepared by: Ellen S. Dierenfeld, PhD, Animal Health Center, Wildlife Conservation Society, Bronx, NY 10460; Heather L. Alcorn, BS, Dept. of Animal Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853; Krista L. Jacobsen, MS, Animal Health Center, Wildlife Conservation Society, Bronx, NY 10460 May 2002. http://www.nal.usda.gov/awic/zoo/WholePreyFinal02May29.pdf
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