The-Truth-About-Pet-Foods

leading to obesity, sodium leading to hypertension) have emerged as
important considerations in cardiology. These dietary factors may
become particularly exaggerated in altered physiological and/or
pathological states (e.g., pregnancy, old age, primary cardiovascular
disease). Unfortunately, we do not have complete information on
requirements for essential nutrients, nor do we know the precise
role nutrition may play in the production of so-called old-age diseases
or on the interactions among other organ systems (e.g., kidney, liver)
and the heart.”
Diets used: “Complete and balanced” premium processed pet foods.*
Dr. Wysong’s comments: Since these astute (and honest) scientists
admit that nutrient requirements are not known, what business does
the industry have tagging “100% complete” ballyhoo on pet food
labels
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Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association,
Volume 198, pages 647-50
Myocardial L-carnitine deficiency in a family of
dogs with dilated cardiomyopathy
Bruce W. Keene, DVM, MS; David P. Panciera DVM, MS;
Clarke E. Atkins, DVM; Vera Regitz, MD; Mary J. Schmidt, BS;
Austin L. Shug, PhD
Summary: Dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure were observed
in a family of boxers. Supplementation of L-carnitine resulted in clinical
improvement.
Diet used: “Complete and balanced” premium processed pet food.*
Dr. Wysong’s comments: More proof that “100% complete and balanced”
premium processed pet foods can create disease.
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