Pulses for Healthy Pets
Resources
For Veterinarians
Download the educational poster to share the science-backed health benefits of pulses with clients.
Pulses for healthy pets
The food you choose for your pet plays an important role in their overall health and well-being. Pulses—including dry peas, lentils, chickpeas, and dry beans—are nutritious, U.S.-grown ingredients that provide high-quality plant protein, prebiotic fiber, and essential nutrients to support a healthy, balanced diet.
For decades, pulse ingredients have been used safely in pet foods and continue to be backed by a growing body of scientific research. From supporting healthy digestion and weight management to promoting heart health and balanced blood sugar, pulses offer a variety of nutritional benefits while also providing allergen-friendly options for many pets.
Explore our resources to learn more about the science behind pulse ingredients, discover their health benefits, and find out how to identify pulses on your pet’s food label.
Explore the latest research, educational resources, and scientific evidence to learn how pulse ingredients contribute to healthy pets and why they remain an important part of balanced pet nutrition.
Weight and metabolic health
Pulse-containing diets promote insulin sensitivity, satiety, blood sugar control, and weight control.(1,2)
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Metabolic Health
In dogs, metabolic and cardiovascular challenges can occur within just 12 weeks after weight gain. Preventing obesity is critical, as weight loss does not result in improvement in all metabolic markers.(1)
Heart Health
Pulses help reduce blood lipids benefiting heart health!(5)
Weight Control
Pulses help lower calorie content, they contain high protein and fiber concentrations and less fat offering benefits for weight control.(3)
Steady blood sugar levels
Pulse ingredients help maintain steady blood sugar levels and have been shown to delay time to peak blood sugar and insulin levels.(4)
Gut Microbiome
Pulses support healthy digestion, appetite regulation, and a balanced gut microbiome.(6,7,8)
Supports skin barrier integrity and skin microbiome health. (9,10)
Metabolic Health
In dogs, metabolic and cardiovascular challenges can occur within just 12 weeks after weight gain. Preventing obesity is critical, as weight loss does not result in improvement in all metabolic markers.(1)
Heart Health
Pulses help reduce blood lipids benefiting heart health!(5)
Weight Control
Pulses help lower calorie content, they contain high protein and fiber concentrations and less fat offering benefits for weight control.(3)
Steady blood sugar levels
Pulse ingredients help maintain steady blood sugar levels and have been shown to delay time to peak blood sugar and insulin levels.(4)
Gut Microbiome
Pulses support healthy digestion, appetite regulation, and a balanced gut microbiome.(6,7,8)
Supports skin barrier integrity and skin microbiome health. (9,10)
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Resources
For Pet Owners
Download this easy-to-read guide to learn how pulses support your pet’s health and nutrition.