Fiber, and soluble fiber especially, can decrease the rate at which blood sugar is absorbed into your pup’s body, helping to regulate her level of blood sugar. As part of a balanced, complete meal plan, insoluble fiber can also decrease the risk of puppies developing Type II diabetes more generally.
Your puppy’s vet has probably also suggested a high-fiber diet because this will contain less sugar on the whole and take longer to be down. This makes it much easier for your pup to process great quantities of sugar all at once. A high fiber diet has plenty of benefits for puppies with tummy issues, too, particularly in helping them manage runny or soft stools. If your vet says that it’s okay, It is also possible to naturally boost your puppy’s fiber intake with low-GI vegetable snacks such as broccoli and green beans.