How Feeding Pancreas Can Support Your Pet’s Digestion
- Aug 11
- 2 min read
If your dog or cat has chronic digestive issues — loose stools, gas, difficulty keeping weight on — or you just want to give them an extra nutritional boost, adding pancreas to their diet can make a big difference. Naturally rich in digestive enzymes, pancreas can help pets of all ages and health levels.
Why It Works for Dogs and Cats
Digestive support for all pets – Even healthy pets can benefit, especially if their diet is mostly cooked or processed foods that lack natural enzymes.
Supporting pancreatic health – Helps reduce the workload on the pancreas, and may support recovery in pets with pancreatitis.
EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) – Directly replaces the missing enzymes in pets with EPI so they can properly digest and absorb nutrients.
May help reduce diabetes risk – Pancreatitis can damage insulin-producing cells; pancreas is a natural source of manganese, which supports insulin production.
Senior pet support – Enzyme production declines with age, and pancreas can help maintain healthy digestion in older pets.
Types of Pancreas
Pancreas can be sourced from beef, pork, lamb, or goat. Each offers slightly different nutrient profiles, and the best choice often depends on your pet’s sensitivities or preferences. It can be fed raw or freeze-dried for convenience.
Feeding Guidelines
Because it’s so enzyme-rich, introduce it gradually:
Small dogs/cats: ½–1 teaspoon per meal
Medium dogs: 1–2 teaspoons per meal
Large dogs: 1–3 tablespoons per meal
Start at the lower end and increase slowly based on how your pet tolerates it. For liability reasons I will state, it's always recommended to check with your veterinarian before making dietary changes — especially for pets with medical conditions.
The Bottom Line
Pancreas isn’t just for pets with diagnosed health issues. Whether you’re helping an older pet maintain their vitality, supporting a dog or cat with EPI, or just boosting digestion for better nutrient absorption, pancreas is a natural and effective option.
Check out the varieties of pancreas we offer at www.unifournaturalpetfoods.com
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