How to Put Your Dog on a Vegetarian Diet

Unlike a cat, dogs are actually omnivores, not true carnivores. This means that they can be healthy without eating meat, but you must make sure your dog is getting enough protein and all the other nutrients he needs.

Instructions

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Buy a natural health book for dogs or, better yet, one that specializes in vegetarian diets. Follow the diet given.




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Make sure your dog is getting enough of all the amino acids he needs and vitamin B-12. For this reason it’s important to follow a prescribed diet.




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Speak to your vet about testing your dog’s urine periodically. You can do it at home very simply, and there are products on the market for this purpose. A vegetarian diet can make a dog’s urine more alkaline; this may predispose them to urinary tract infections.




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Give your dog cranberry capsules if the urine is too alkaline. This will make it more acidic and help prevent urinary tract infections.




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Buy a prepared, high-quality vegetarian dog food. This is a good alternative if you’re unsure what to feed your dog or don’t have time to properly prepare a homemade meal.




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Supplement with veggie dog treats and biscuits. These are available at most health food or pet stores.




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Find a veterinarian who supports your decision and who is knowledgeable about vegetarian diets.

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