Why Is Animal Protein So Important in Dog and Cat Diets

With the arrival of summer, animal protein becomes one of the cornerstones of a complete and balanced diet for pets. During this time of year, the needs of dogs and cats change due to high temperatures: they sleep more, have less of an appetite, are less active, and are at greater risk of dehydration.

To mitigate these changes, it is essential to provide a diet that delivers high-quality nutrients, featuring select meats and high percentages of animal protein—between 25 and 35 percent—since this determines the true nutritional value of each recipe.

Unlike other protein sources, animal-based protein provides a highly bioavailable profile of essential amino acids, facilitating better digestion and nutritional utilization. This is especially important for cats, which are considered strict carnivores, but also for dogs, whose diet requires high-quality protein to build and maintain muscle mass, regenerate tissues, ensure proper immune system function, and support the production of enzymes and hormones.

Although many pets reduce their physical activity during the hottest hours of the day, they still need an adequate intake of protein to maintain their body condition during periods of reduced activity, stay energetic, and recover efficiently after walks, active exercise, or summer getaways.

A premium food like Danna Pet Food ensures that pets get essential nutrients even when their food intake decreases. In addition, all our recipes are enriched with vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. The result is optimal care for your pet’s overall well-being, including their skin and coat, which are subject to increased sun exposure during the summer months, as well as seasonal shedding.

The necessary protein intake

Danna’s recipes stand out for their high percentage of animal protein, making them suitable for dogs and cats with different needs. The Grain-Free line includes the following:

Adult: Ideal for dogs of all breeds, with 26% crude protein, it contains chicken, lamb, and salmon, as well as salmon oil (a source of omega-3), antioxidants, and vitamins.

Performance: With chicken, tuna, and lamb as protein sources and 31% crude protein, supplemented with salmon oil (a source of omega-3), this combination is especially suitable for active dogs and pregnant or nursing females.

Sterilized Cats: Combines turkey and salmon protein, providing 30% crude protein, which helps maintain muscle mass in spayed or neutered cats and supports digestion thanks to the inclusion of prebiotics and L-carnitine.

The Danna Pet Food Supreme line includes the following products:

Complet and Complet Mini: Made with chicken protein and containing 27% crude protein, these recipes offer a balanced and highly palatable option for adult dogs of all breeds and for mini-breed dogs, respectively.

Elite: With high nutritional value, it is the perfect choice for adult dogs with high levels of physical activity. It contains chicken and lamb and 32% crude protein.

Puppy: With a high percentage of chicken and turkey protein and 34% crude protein, this formula is designed to support puppies’ growth and meet the nutritional needs of pregnant and nursing females.

Supreme Cats: With chicken, tuna, and lamb, it contains 32% crude protein, as well as salmon oil (a source of omega-3) and antioxidants, which help boost vitality and natural defenses. Plus, it has an irresistible flavor.

Comprehensive Consulting

These types of formulations provide a strong selling point for distributors and retailers, as they respond to a growing trend: consumers are looking for more transparent labels, recognizable ingredients, and foods with a higher protein content from animal sources.

For pet food professionals, offering product lines with high animal protein content at their retail locations allows them to meet this growing demand for premium pet food—such as Danna Pet Food—which provides demonstrable nutritional benefits and recipes tailored to the specific needs, different life stages, and activity levels of each pet.

Understanding the nutritional value of the recipes they offer, explaining the source of the proteins and their percentage in the formulation, and knowing how to communicate their benefits represents a strategic opportunity to provide their customers with comprehensive advice. This facilitates the purchasing decision and helps build customer loyalty.

Would you like to sell Danna Pet Food?

If you are a specialty retailer and would like to expand your product lineup with our brand, please contact us at info@dannapet.com, via this form, or by phone at +34 652 716 605. We will provide you with all the information you need and explain the special terms and benefits we offer to wholesalers and retailers.