Grain Free Diets High in Legumes Associated With Cardiomyopathy in Golden Retrievers – Dr. Nelson's Veterinary Blog
Posted bygodaddy	 June 4, 2018 Leave a comment on Grain Free Diets High in Legumes Associated With Cardiomyopathy in Golden Retrievers	
Given the marketing push behind grain free diets, I feel urgency to share the following information. Veterinary Cardiologist, Dr. Joshua Stern, has noticed a a disturbing trend in dogs. Golden Retrievers are developing acquired dilated cardiomyopathy, (DCM) caused by lack of an amino acid called taurine. The other form of dilated cardiomyopathy is called inherited or familial DCM. It is a common cause of heart failure in large breed dogs including boxers, dobermans and great Danes.
Posted bygodaddy June 4, 2018 Posted inCurrent EventsTags: acquired dilated cardiomyopathy, grain free diets for dogs, legumes, taurine	