![]() Some of these ingredients can be difficult to find in products, however there are various freeze- dried and dehydrated treats as well as canned foods containing shellfish. ShellfishĬlams, scallops, krill, shrimp, oysters, squid Amounts are approximate due to natural variations in food. Taurine amounts listed in mg per 100g below are extracted from this study: (unless otherwise noted). Ingredients used in a canned or cooked product will have more taurine loss than a freeze dried or raw product. If you are looking for an extra source of taurine to add to your pet’s diet, here is a list of products that you can add as food toppers or treats. Taurine naturally occurs in meat and many companies add extra taurine to their canned or kibbled foods as up to 50% can be lost during the cooking process. For dogs, taurine is needed for eyes, reproduction, bile acid (for fat digestion) and for healthy heart. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs and cats is associated with inadequate taurine levels. For cats, taurine is necessary for brain, nerves, eyes, heart, digestion, immune function and fetal development. ![]() Dogs however, can synthesize taurine from two other amino acids, methionine and cysteine (which are found in meat). ![]() For cats, it is an essential amino acid because their bodies cannot synthesize it, so it must be acquired from the diet. Taurine is an amino acid that both dogs and cats require for health. ![]()
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