Raw Diet Solution: How to Combat Diabetes in Pets

A limited-ingredient raw meat diet provides incredible health benefits that have helped many dogs and cats regulate or resolve their health conditions. Before you make any major changes to your pet’s diet, we recommend you first consult your trusted veterinarian about your pet’s specific situation and needs. 

What is the Best Food for Dogs and Cats With Diabetes? 

Both dogs and cats can develop diabetes. While some factors, such as obesity or old age, can increase the likelihood of diabetes developing, it can also be triggered by genetics. Dogs typically develop a form of diabetes similar to Type I in humans, where their bodies stop producing insulin. Cats are more likely to develop a form of diabetes similar to Type II, meaning their bodies still produce insulin but no longer respond to it.

Both types of diabetes are serious but manageable conditions, and feeding your pet the proper diet is a major part of keeping your dog or cat with diabetes as healthy and happy as possible. The best food for your dog or cat with diabetes is high in protein and fiber but low in carbs. A carb-heavy diet, like a diet based on commercially produced kibble, is linked to extreme fluctuations in blood sugar (the “sugar rush” and then the “crash”), which can make conditions like diabetes difficult to manage.

That’s why a low-carb, high-protein diet is a good option for diabetic pets. A raw meat diet helps regulate blood sugar and maintain a consistent level throughout the day, which makes managing this tricky disease much easier, and ultimately means you get as many years to enjoy with your pet as possible.

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