Associated with domestication of the canine and feline species, they have developed certain sensitivities that have developed over time resulting in an allergic response or intolerance to particular protein sources, the most common in Australia being to beef and chicken. This is due, in large part, to the prolonged consumption of these proteins associated with stimulated immunity or the poor development and diversity of the microbiome.
An effective option in addressing these sensitivities is the use of novel proteins in feed formulation. Novel means there would be minimal chance of prolonged, previous exposure, consequently reducing the likelihood of any potential allergic response or intolerance. Lean, hormone -free Australian Pork qualifies as a novel protein for dogs and cats and is one of the reasons we have selected this ingredient for Cherish Pet Food.
The quality of lean Australian pork meal has high biological value mainly due to the high levels of L-lysine and L-methionine which are critical, rate-limiting essential amino acids for growth. Moreover, these two essential amino acids also assist adult cats and dogs to sustain muscle mass. The novel nature and high quality of lean Australian pork should decrease the likelihood of an allergic reaction due to food.
The main reactions that are caused by a food allergy in pets are inflamed, red and itchy skin as well as inflamed and red peripheries, such as paws. Main intolerances due to food in pets presents as gastrointestinal upset which leads to vomiting and diarrhea. Lean Australian pork meal due to its novel nature is less likely to cause these reactions.
Lean Australian Pork meal is a great source of natural glucosamine and chondroitin. These two substances have been scientifically proven to assist with mobility. Glucosamine is an amino sugar that is essential in the synthesis of glycoproteins, which aid in the lubrication and movement of joints. Chondroitin, is an example of another joint lubricating glycoprotein which is essential for joint mobility. In adult and mature cats and dogs, mobility issues can start to arise, so having an adequate dietary supply of glucosamine and chondroitin will assist with potential mobility issues by the efficient de novo synthesis and reassembly of glycoproteins aiding joint lubrication.
Cherish Pet Food has selected lean Australian pork meal and has incorporated it to provide a single meat protein to provide a very digestible and novel hypoallergenic option to nourish mind, body & spirit.
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