In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we break down why feeding a cat like a small dog (or vice versa) just doesn’t work—and what every pet guardian should know about their pet’s diet.
We kick things off with a fun chat about pet names (Maple Pancake, anyone?) before diving into the science of essential amino acids, the role of taurine, and how dogs and cats process nutrients differently. Can dogs fast like humans? Should every cat be on wet food? Is kibble really the villain some influencers make it out to be? We unpack the myths, facts, and latest research around pet nutrition, hydration, and feeding habits.
🔹 Key Topics in This Episode:
✔️ Dogs vs. cats: Why they have different nutritional needs ✔️ Taurine, amino acids, and why cats require more than dogs ✔️ The truth about intermittent fasting for dogs ✔️ Fat, protein, and carbohydrates—how dogs and cats use them differently ✔️ Feeding trials: What they are and why they matter ✔️ Do cats really need to be on wet food? ✔️ Rotating diets: Is variety good or bad for pets? ✔️ The science behind pet food marketing claims
🐶🐱 Whether you have a dog, a cat, or both—this episode will give you the knowledge to make informed feeding decisions based on science, not social media trends.
00:00 - Intro 04:55 - Essential Amino Acids Examples: Taurine 09:00 - Dog Nutrition & Human Nutrition 11:40 - Dogs & Fat 15:40 - Intermittent Fasting 26:20 - Cat Nutrition 31:18 - Feeding Trials/Testing 38:10 - How to Feed Cats 43:33 - Rotating Foods 48:34 - Nutrition Requirements - Especially for Cats 57:35 - Cats & Hydration 01:05:54 - Wrap Up
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