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Study links vegan diets to lower obesity rates in cats
Original: Study: Cats on vegan diets show lower rates of obesity
A new study reports that cats fed vegan diets show lower rates of obesity than those eating conventional meat-based pet food. The findings are prompting discussion among pet owners, veterinarians and nutrition researchers about whether plant-based feeding is healthy for cats, an obligate carnivore whose dietary needs remain debated.
Why now: The findings challenge assumptions about cats needing meat-based diets, sparking debate among pet owners and vets.
Evidence
- Study: Cats on vegan diets show lower rates of obesity · News-Medical
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