If your dog suffers from food allergies, sensitivities, or digestive issues, you’ve likely explored a variety of diet options.
One solution that has long been a recommendation from veterinarians around the world is single protein dog food.
In a nutshell, this type of diet focuses on a single source of protein, making it an excellent option for dogs with sensitive stomachs or food intolerances.
More generally, however, a single protein diet offers a well-balanced diet for your dog. It provides all the necessary nutrition they need to live a healthy, happy life. Given that the gut is otherwise known as the second brain, it’s important to get your dog’s diet right. After all, a healthy gut equals a happy pup!
What is single protein dog food?
Single protein dog food contains only one type of animal protein, be it chicken, lamb, kangaroo, or another type of meat source.
Many traditional dog foods mix various proteins, which can increase the risk of allergic reactions or digestive upset. A single protein diet simplifies your dog’s nutrition by removing potential allergens and offering a more digestible, balanced meal.
Need helping distinguishing between a food allergy and an intolerance/sensitivity?
When a dog develops a food allergy, their immune system has identified something in their food as harmful, triggering a response. An intolerance occurs when their digestive system has trouble processing certain ingredients.
Why Veterinarians recommend a single protein diet
Many vets, pet nutritionists and pet dermatologists recommend single protein diets, particularly during elimination trials or for long-term allergy management.
Multi-protein diets (or those with many added ingredients) can complicate the diagnosis or management of allergies. When exploring the origin of an allergy or intolerance in pets, an elimination trial is used to help narrow down the cause of the reaction.
In the same vein as a single protein diet, a novel protein diet is a method whereby the pet is exposed to a protein source they haven’t tried before – for example, crocodile or kangaroo meat.
This is because, although canines are carnivores by nature, they can still develop sensitivities to common proteins. Surprisingly, chicken and beef are known to trigger allergic reactions or intolerances in dogs. With single protein dog food, you can systematically introduce new proteins without the confusion of multiple allergens.
Watch this short clip where veterinarian experts Dr Mina Cassamatis, Dr Jacqui Ley and Dr Alex Moore explain the benefits of a single protein dog food diet.
Benefits of a single protein diet
- Easier identification of food allergies and sensitivities: If your dog shows signs of allergies – itching, skin problems, or gastrointestinal issues – single protein dog food makes it easier to identify the specific ingredient causing the problem.
- Gentle on sensitive stomachs: Dogs with sensitive stomachs often struggle to digest certain proteins. A single protein diet limits the number of ingredients, making it easier for their digestive systems to process the food. Prime100’s single protein dog food uses high-quality, fresh ingredients to ensure optimal digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Tailored to your dog’s needs: Whether your dog is allergic to certain proteins or requires a specific diet due to a medical condition, a single protein diet allows you to tailor their nutrition to suit their needs.
- Backed by vets and science: Prime100’s single protein dog food is developed in collaboration with veterinarians and backed by scientific research. It’s recommended by vets across Australia, including those at Bondi Vet. which makes it a trustworthy option for your pet’s health.
When considering which brand to feed your furry bestie, be sure to look for one that sources its ingredients locally. Prime100 use only Australian meat and veggies, and every meal is produced in a human-consumption facility. If it’s good enough for us humans, it’s good enough for our beloved pets!
Wondering if a single protein diet may quickly become unappealing to your furry friend?
Never fear! A single protein diet is far from dull or monotonous – you can still offer your pet lots of variety by rotating through different recipes within the Prime100 range.
Once you’ve established what your pet isn’t allergic or sensitive to, you can interchange between various options. There are ten different flavours in their slow cooked range alone! With Prime100’s extensive single protein diet dog food, you can also vary between the cooking process – from slow cooked to air dried to fresh rolls.
Variety is the spice of life, and your dog can still enjoy an abundance of different flavours with a single protein diet while keeping their gastrointestinal system happy.
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