At Farm Sanctuary, this rings true for the 1,000+ rescued farm animals our staff care for at our sanctuaries, as well as the companion animals we care for at home.
When it comes to taking care of our animal friends, proper nutrition is one of the best ways to promote general wellness and longevity—and for many species, this means following a plant-based diet. Most farm animals are herbivores by design (though pigs, birds, and waterfowl will seek out bugs and grubs to eat) so they get most or all of the nutrients they need on a plant-based diet. But can the same be said for our dogs?
Dogs are omnivores who can and do thrive on a vegan diet—of great comfort to many animal lovers hoping to provide what is best for their pets, without causing unnecessary harm to other animals.
Many of our staff members have found success with vegan dog food. Here is what a few of them have to say: