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According to Dr. Ogilvie, the majority of weight loss in cancer cachexia is due to the depletion of body fat, which (like protein) gets broken down at an increased rate in the cancer patient.

Fortunately, the dog's ability to utilize fats as an energy source is unimpeded.

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