The role of carbohydrates in a dog’s diet

Carbohydrates should be treated as a food group that provides your dog with the necessary vitamins, minerals and, above all, fiber. Without the right amount of a specific type of fiber, a dog or cat may have problems with the proper functioning of the digestive system.   Sources of metabolisable energy A lack of carbohydrates in the diet also means that the total amount of energy provided will come from protein and fat, which is not always beneficial for the individual dog. It is also worth mentioning that protein, carbohydrates and fats are sources of energy, which means that 100% of energy comes from these three sources and depending on which meal we choose, we will provide all our energy demand from one...