Carbohydrates
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Is the carbohydrate source a cooked cereal and supplied in a higher quantity than the cooked meat?
The carbohydrate-to-protein ratio should be at least 1:1 but preferably
2:1 for cat foods and 3:1 for dog foods.
Carbohydrate sources in both
dog and cat foods are used for energy and are usually a cooked cereal
such as corn, rice, wheat, potato, barley, or a mixture of grains.
These carbohydrate sources have similar caloric contributions; however,
some carbohydrate sources also contribute a significant amount of
protein, fiber, and fat. A specific carbohydrate may be chosen based
upon the pros and cons of the other ingredients in the diet.
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