Nutrient Requirements for the Dog
• Maintain muscle mass, tissue (skin,
blood, haircoat) and metabolic regulators
(hormones)
• Supply essential amino acids (dogs
require 10)
• Provide energy
• Provide energy
• Carrier for fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K)
• Source of essential (polyunsaturated) fatty acid (linoleic acid)
• Provide energy
• Source of fibre for stool formation
• Calcium and phosphorus for bones and teeth
• Sodium, potassium and magnesium for electrolyte balance
• Trace minerals (iron, copper, zinc, manganese, iodine, selenium)
to catalyse metabolic reactions
Fat Soluble
• Vit A or carotene for vision
• Vit D for bone formation
• Vit E for reproduction, antioxidant for polyunsaturates
Water Soluble
• B group (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12)
• Choline, Biotin, Folic acid for energy regulation
• Medium for biochemical reactions
• Regulate body temperature
• Facilitate digestion
