Should vegans keep carnivorous pets?

So, can cats and dogs go vegan? Dogs are actually omnivores so, like humans, they can thrive on a vegan diet if done right. Cats are carnivores and tend to struggle on vegan diets. But with proper supplementation, credible sources say cats can thrive as vegans, too.

Am I vegan if I feed my cat meat?

There are a number of reasons why cats don’t do well on a vegan diet, but it all essentially comes down to this: they aren’t adapted to it. Feeding a cat a plant-based diet is a lot like feeding a cow a meat-based diet—their digestive system isn’t geared to handle it, and they will not thrive on it.

Can a dog survive on a vegan diet?

Most dogs can do quite well on a carefully designed vegan diet that meets all of their nutritional needs. As a veterinary nutritionist, I use meat-free diets quite a bit to help manage various health concerns.

How do vegans feel about cats?

The first step is accepting that they are carnivores. Unlike dogs, who can survive (and thrive) on a plant-based diet, cats simply won’t thrive without meat. It’s not a choice; it’s survival. Just look at them — they’re built for hunting as evident in their sharp claws, teeth, and short digestive systems.

How do vegans feed their pets?

Regardless, dogs can and do easily thrive on a properly formulated vegan diet, and this can be accomplished by feeding them a ready-made vegan dog food, of which several brands exist, or preparing a whole foods vegetable diet for them that includes things like rice, sweet potatoes or carrots, lentils, and other veggies …

What do vegans give their cats?

Feed your cat animals that would be better aligned for her size: chicken, fish, maybe even rabbit. Not only is this better for your cat’s digestive system, but it also helps steer away from the largest methane-producing livestock: cows, sheep, and pigs.