Dr.
Chris Bessent
DVM, MSOM, Dipl. OM, L.Ac
Sit your kitty down. It’s time they understand that the best kibble for cats doesn’t exist. Cats have specific dietary needs, none of which are met on a kibble diet. So, what should a cat’s diet include?
Are you down with HPP? Your pet deserves nothing but the best. Of everything! Snuggling, sunset walks, soft pillows, and food that will keep the zoomies going and laughter flowing. As a savvy pet parent, you may have heard of HPP, a method of processing raw pet food that has some in the raw community scratching their heads about whether the food is indeed raw.
Guaranteed analysis, ingredient labels, packaging claims– what is a pet food label actually telling you about the quality of food? Get exactly what you want for your four-legger using these little-known tips.
A recent study on diet-related DCM and its link to grain-free diets has led to misinformation and more questions. The focus should shift instead to taurine.
Marketing jargon like no grains or fillers! Crafted messaging like buy this recipe– it’s the lowest in carbs. These do little to tell you what you need to know. So, let’s cut through the fluff and spin and talk about what no one else will– exactly what needs to be in your dog’s bowl.
Of course feeding a fresh, raw diet is best. But Dehydrated recipes, including dehydrated food, air-dried food and dry-roasted food offer an easy way to make sure your pet get’s all the whole-food nutrients he need to be happy and healthy.
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Sit your kitty down. It’s time they understand that the best kibble for cats doesn’t exist. Cats have specific dietary needs, none of which are met on a kibble diet. So, what should a cat’s diet include?
Are you down with HPP? Your pet deserves nothing but the best. Of everything! Snuggling, sunset walks, soft pillows, and food that will keep the zoomies going and laughter flowing. As a savvy pet parent, you may have heard of HPP, a method of processing raw pet food that has some in the raw community scratching their heads about whether the food is indeed raw.
Guaranteed analysis, ingredient labels, packaging claims– what is a pet food label actually telling you about the quality of food? Get exactly what you want for your four-legger using these little-known tips.
A recent study on diet-related DCM and its link to grain-free diets has led to misinformation and more questions. The focus should shift instead to taurine.
Marketing jargon like no grains or fillers! Crafted messaging like buy this recipe– it’s the lowest in carbs. These do little to tell you what you need to know. So, let’s cut through the fluff and spin and talk about what no one else will– exactly what needs to be in your dog’s bowl.
Of course feeding a fresh, raw diet is best. But Dehydrated recipes, including dehydrated food, air-dried food and dry-roasted food offer an easy way to make sure your pet get’s all the whole-food nutrients he need to be happy and healthy.
Dogs are meat-eaters and, as such, require a diet that’s founded on meat. Can they have some fruits and veggies in their diets? Absolutely. Can they have some grains in their diets? For sure. As long as the bulk of the diet is meat. There are a couple pieces of biological evidence that support this idea...
Cats are obligate carnivores. Simply put, they need meat to survive. But do cats need carbohydrates, too? Here’s why (and which) select few should be in the bowl.
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A recent study on diet-related DCM and its link to grain-free diets has led to misinformation and more questions. The focus should shift instead to taurine.
Do Cats Need Carbohydrates?
December 11, 2025
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Cats are obligate carnivores. Simply put, they need meat to survive. But do cats need carbohydrates, too? Here’s why (and which) select few should be in the bowl.
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After 35+ years of practice and hundreds of formulations, Dr. Chris Bessent knows that knowledge is the foundation of better care. This site brings you those insights — practical, logical, and always focused on pets’ well-being.
