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Originally Posted by BonBon  I thought this paragraph, from your first link, was VERY interesting.
"Most senior and light diets are relatively low in fat, but look for those that are not also low in protein. Low-protein diets should be avoided, as they can increase the risk of both hyperlipidemia and pancreatitis. Diets that are low in both protein and fat are mostly carbohydrates. Dogs get more nutritional value from protein than from carbohydrates, so it’s better to feed a diet that is higher in protein and therefore lower in carbohydrates. You can increase the amount of protein in the diet by adding high-protein, low-fat fresh foods, if needed. Moderate amounts of protein (up to 30 percent on a dry matter basis, or 23 percent of calories) are recommended for dogs recovering from acute pancreatitis."
And your second link says "Low-protein diets have also been shown to predispose dogs to pancreatitis, especially when combined with high fat intake." |
I, too, found this very interesting. I thought both articles were pretty informative, straight to the point, and seemed to make a lot of sense to me. They did not ever give a complete straight answer but moreso gave a lot of information, etc on pancreatitis and basically left it that each dog is different, etc.
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Originally Posted by Ellie May Anybody know who the author of WDJ is?
I wouldn't say feed Jackson a very low protein diet (i.e. 15%). But I also wouldn't say feed a high protein diet (i.e. 31+%). The % that he needs is best decided on by his vet or veterinary nutritionist. A level of 20-25% is considered pretty standard and I don't see that causing an issue.
I'm not sure where their reference is for very restricted protein foods causing pancreatitis, but 20-25%ish is fairly moderate. Ellie has been on 24 and 28% when eating homecooked.
Also, the amino acid profile and the % phosphorus could come into play as well as the digestibility of the ingredients and how those ingredients work together.
I wouldn't feed a dog prone to pancreatitis any dairy unless okay'ed by a vet. I also wouldn't do most fruit, etc. |
I see the author to both articles was Mary Straus. But have not yet looked to see her credentials or who runs the site. I've just always read about it being such a respectable site and such.
I feel like you, though. I will certainly not be going over 25% protein for me to be comfortable with it. And fat levels I am looking at will most likely stay under 10%. I'd just prefer to stay on the precautious side.