Nippi: Collagen Peptides for Dogs and Cats

One-third of the protein in dogs and cats is collagen.

Collagen is composed of 20 amino acids in different numbers and arrangements. Among them, 10 are 'essential amino acids' that cannot be synthesized in dogs and cats and must be obtained from their daily diet, accounting for about 25% of the collagen in dogs and cats.

The other 10 are 'non-essential amino acids', which can be synthesized in dogs and cats and account for about 75% of the collagen in their bodies.

Dogs and cats are carnivores. They need to eat meat to obtain essential amino acids and eat bones and skin to obtain non-essential amino acids in order to ensure the integrity of the proteins in their bodies.

However, current dog and cat food often focuses too much on meat, resulting in insufficient bone and skin. This leads to various health problems due to a lack of non-essential amino acids. Therefore, in order to make your pet healthier, in addition to the owner's loving companionship and careful daily care, you also need to ensure that your pet consumes enough collagen.