Understanding Protein: Part 5 of Canine Nutrition Essentials Understanding Protein: Part 5 of Canine Nutrition Essentials Welcome to Part 5 of our ongoing series on the 7 Essential Nutrients in Canine Nutrition . Today, we dive deep into protein — one of the most critical building blocks for your dog’s health, growth, and wellbeing. Protein supports muscle development, enzyme and hormone production, immune function, and much more. What Is Protein? Proteins are large, complex molecules made up of amino acids, which are the “building blocks” of life. Dogs require protein from their diet because they cannot produce all the amino acids they need internally. Amino acids are categorized as: Essential amino acids: Must be supplied through diet. Non-essential amino acids: Can be synthesized by the dog’s body. Why Is Protein Important for Dogs? Protein plays many key roles, including: Muscle maintenance and growth: Critical for puppies, active dogs, and ...
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