The Sustainable Pet Blog

Evidence-based guides on dog nutrition, food allergies, and sustainable pet care.

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Dec 21, 2022 1 min read

What amino acids are essential for dogs?

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Proteins are important for many different functions in the body, including the growth and repair of tissues, the synthesis of hormones and enzymes, and the regulation of metabolism. There are many different…

Dec 21, 2022 2 min read

What are some of the potential benefits of vegan dog food?
Co-founders Garrett Wymore and Caroline Buck created Petaluma after struggling to find dog nutrition that equally prioritized their pets and the planet.…
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Apr 14, 2022 1 min read

New study reveals vegan diets for dogs may be linked with better health
New survey study by Dr. Andrew Knight of more than 2,500 dogs suggested that nutritionally sound vegan diets may be healthier and less hazardous…
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Mar 15, 2022 5 min read

How do veterinarians feel about meat-free diets?
Plant-based dog food is growing in popularity but remains controversial in the general public as many people believe that dogs’ nutritional requirements…
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Mar 11, 2022 7 min read

Can Dogs Eat Carbohydrates and Starches? What the Science Says
Ask the internet whether dogs can eat carbohydrates and you'll find passionate arguments on both sides — usually from pet food brands…
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Mar 11, 2022 2 min read

When did dogs become omnivores?
The evolutionary history and speciation of dogs away from their wolf ancestors were driven by adaptations to consume an omnivorous diet with…
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