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Decades of safe use in pet foods

The longstanding tradition of using pulses in pet foods was introduced in the 1980s as an alternative to wheat, corn, rice, and soybeans and more recently to address the need for allergen-friendly and gluten-free options.(11, 12)

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Antinutritional factors of pulses are largely addressed through preparation of pulses for pet foods including dehulling, cooking, soaking, and extrusion. These methods improve protein digestibility and bioavailability of pulse ingredients in pet foods!(13)

evidence update

Studies find no link between heart problems and pet foods with pulses.

Research shows no impact of pulse-containing diets on the development of dilated cardimoyopathy (DCM).(5, 7, 14, 15)

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Pulses for Healthy Pets

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For Veterinarians
Download the educational poster to share the science-backed health benefits of pulses with clients.

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For Pet Owners
Download this easy-to-read guide to learn how pulses support your pet’s health and nutrition.

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List of Pulse Research for Pets
 
1. Adolphe JL, Silver TI, Childs H, Drew MD, Weber LP. Short-term obesity results in detrimental metabolic and cardiovascular changes that may not be reversed with weight loss in an obese dog model. British Journal of Nutrition. 2014;112(4):647-656. doi:10.1017/S0007114514001214 

2. Wilson SM, Kang Y, Marshall K, Swanson KS. Effects of dietary fiber and biotic supplementation on apparent total tract macronutrient digestibility and the fecal ch …