We know that eating a healthy, balanced diet is key to keeping ourselves and our dogs healthy. But what if the very foods that we thought were healthy for our dogs were, in fact, increasing their risk of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and heart disease?
Recent updates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made many question if feeding our dogs kibble marked “grain-free” is really in their best interest. Grain-free dog food typically contains high amounts of peas, legumes, potatoes, and lentils for protein instead of high-quality meat. The FDA’s investigation has discovered that many dog breeds not previously thought to be at high risk for heart disease are suffering from DCM and on a grain-free dog food diet. While the investigation is still underway, today we are going to point out the potential risks of a grain-free diet and the FDA’s findings.
Rest easy in knowing that Pet Plate meals have not been connected to DCM in any way.
DCM and Heart Disease
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) in canines is a disease that causes a dog’s heart to dilate, resulting in an enlarged heart. This makes it more difficult for the heart to pump, which can lead to heart valves leaking and a buildup of fluids in the abdomen and chest. A buildup of fluids can ultimately lead to congestive heart failure and death.
The FDA is still investigating the connection between DCM and grain-free pet food,…
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