16
Nov 2017
Muscle condition score is an often overlooked part of assessing the nutritional and health status of pets. We discuss what a muscle condition score is and how to assess your pet. ...
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17
Oct 2017
Though dogs may not have to be worried about being made fun of by other dogs at the dog park, being overweight has been linked with many conditions that can affect a dog’s health including…...
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02
Oct 2017
The accumulation of too much copper in the liver is a common cause of liver disease in some breeds of dog. Both medications and diet are used to manage this condition in dogs....
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16
Aug 2017
Many pet owners change their pets diets after a diagnosis of cancer. But which changes are likely to be effective versus which ones may cause more harm than good? ...
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26
Jul 2017
Bladder stones are common in both dogs and cats. Diet can be an important factor - some foods can contribute to stone formation while special diets can be used to dissolve some types of stones and prevent others from returning. ...
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27
Jan 2017
“Allergen-free dog food“ touts one product website, while another company advertises “limited ingredient diets”. And the majority of companies that make grain-free diets suggest that they may be helpful for dogs with allergies. How true are these claims, though?...
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05
Jan 2017
A recent lawsuit underscores the lack of understanding about therapeutic diets that can only be purchased through a veterinarian...
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18
Nov 2016
Weight loss can be challenging, especially in cats. See Sunshine’s story as he learned to shed the pounds and get more active with these healthy living tips!...
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06
Jul 2016
17
May 2016
Though most cats should be about 7-12 lbs, the ideal weight for an individual cat depends on the size of the cat’s frame, so we focus on body condition score rather than just weight....
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