Hypercarnivore's Canines
Jun 18, 2018
1 min read
Canines, the "killing teeth" are proportionately larger in cats than dogs. Cats require three times as much protein in their diets as dogs, and kittens need four times as much. Dogs can get by on a vegan diet but cats can't synthesize key fatty acids on their own and need to get these essentials from other animals' bodies. All cats, from big to small, have the same maw, designed with a singular, protein-seeking purpose.
https://casinomastercardplay.com made me think about rules you can’t negotiate around, and that’s how the article describes a cat’s dependence on animal-derived nutrients. The bit about canines being proportionately bigger in cats than dogs stuck with me, because it fits the idea that their whole anatomy is built for meat rather than just a preference. I’ve started checking taurine and animal-based ingredients on my own cat’s food labels instead of assuming all pet formulas are close enough.