What Does the Liver Do in Carnivores? A Deep Dive into Feline and Canine Hepatic Function
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Carnivores like felines and canines have proportionally larger livers than herbivores due to their high-protein, high-fat diet. The liver is a vital organ that acts as the primary metabolic and filtering hub, specializing in processing the unique nutritional demands of a carnivorous lifestyle, including protein metabolism, detoxification, and bile production.
