Nutritional management of pancreatitis and concurrent disease in dogs and cats
The use of a low-fat diet in the long term may be prioritized in dogs with recurrent episodes of pancreatitis
Nutrition is considered a key part of the management of pancreatitis in dogs and cats. While limited prospective research exists, experimental studies, retrospective studies, and anecdotes allow for the formulation of nutritional guidelines.
Historically, fat has been considered the key nutrient of interest in pancreatitis; however, other nutrients and dietary factors, including energy density, digestibility, protein, carbohydrates, and fiber, are all of importance in these patients. Indeed protein particle size may be of greater significance than dietary fat in the management of pancreatitis in cats. Low-fat gastrointestinal diets are frequently recommended in the initial management of pancreatitis in dogs, while hydrolyzed ...
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