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Puzzle Feeders for Cats: Dogs Shouldn’t Have All the Fun!
Puzzle feeders offer a fun enrichment opportunity for cats as well as dogs
Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition)
Dr. Deborah Linder, a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, is the head of the Tufts Obesity Clinic for Animals and has had articles appear in Eating Well, the Boston Globe, AARP, SHAPE, and XM Sirius Radio Doctor Channel. She has spoken at national and international conferences and a Capitol Hill briefing, and is an expert in pet obesity, nutrition communication, and in the human-animal bond.
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Cooking Up Trouble: Common Home Cooking Mistakes
Creating and maintaining a nutritionally complete home-cooked diet can be challenging and many pet owners inadvertently make mistakes that could lead to their pet not getting adequate nutrition. If you choose to feed your pet...
January 29, 2019
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Cats are not Small Dogs: Unique Nutritional Needs of Cats
Different from dogs, who are omnivores (meaning they are designed to eat a combination of animal and plant foods), cats are carnivores and have unique metabolism compared to many other domestic animals.
December 18, 2018
in Petfoodology Blog, Pets with Health Conditions
How Fast Is Too Fast For My Pet To Lose Weight?
You’ve already conquered the first steps of determining that your pet is overweight and you’ve worked with your veterinarian to create a weight loss plan. But now what? How fast can pets safely lose weight...
October 09, 2018
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How To Make Your Own Dried Chews
Interested in a healthy natural chew for your dog? Dehydrating your own fruit and vegetable treats can be a healthy and low calorie way to provide tasty chew options for your pet.
September 28, 2018
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Managing Hyperthyroidism with Diet in Cats
There are many treatment options available to our hyperthyroid cats including an iodine-restricted diet, medications, and radioactive iodine therapy. Learn more about how diet can help manage hyperthyroidism.
June 30, 2018
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Should I give fish oil to my pet?
There is a lot of interest in the use of fish oil because of potential benefits for dogs or cats from omega-3 fatty acids. Here are some times when fish oil may be helpful for...
June 13, 2018
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What Treats Can I Give My Dog With Kidney Disease?
Consistently feeding your pet a therapeutic diet for kidney disease can help him to live longer and feel better and you can still have some creativity/flexibility through treats.
May 23, 2018
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The A-B-C’s of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a nutrient we associate with helping the immune system and fighting off colds and keeping people healthy, but is this the same for dogs and cats? Let’s look at the A-B-C’s of...
April 28, 2018
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Is Your Pet on a Veterinary Therapeutic Diet? Tips Your Vet Wants You to Know
Here are some tips to make sure your pet’s therapeutic diet is providing the greatest health benefit and value for your money.