The Pet Health & Nutrition Center Q&AAnswer
Mar 03, 2024 - 02:53 PM
Collagen is very beneficial as a supplement that supports hair, skin, nails and connective tissue in the body. However, it can not be used as a primary/sole protein source because it is missing one of the essential amino acids called tryptophan. You can use a hydrolyzed protein but this comes with its own issues as there are several common digestive tract side effects and it is usually sourced from gmo soybeans - not good! I am not sure what the issue with your dog is, but I would guess allergies or digestive issues. What we find is that most animals do well on a normal species-appropriate diet using meat when they are provided with digestive aids, such as digestive enzymes, to help them break down their food properly, along with other appropriate supplements. I encourage you to fill out the form on our Contact Us page so we can better help you. In the meantime we have an article you may wish to read to help you properly prepare a homemade diet called How to Feed Your Dog.
