...tiny pieces to evade the immune system) and many are thoroughly tested to eliminate the risk of cross-contamination. Unfortunately, cross-contamination is extremely common in the “limited ingredient” diets that you...
...(starvation) can have detrimental effects on many organ systems and increases complications and mortality. Feeding tubes can be a great safety net to have in place if needed. The two...
...which is typically defined as greater than 20 percent – lived a median 1.8 years shorter than their trim ideal weight counterparts. Another study shows that obesity indeed has emotional...
...disease. I have been interested in this concept for many years because of its potential role in the development of heart disease in cats. However, no research has been published...
...to make jam). Soluble fiber supplements for people are often advertised as being able to be mixed in with any kind of food or beverage while producing “no gritty residue”....
I hear from owners (and vets) all the time that they’ve added pumpkin to their dog or cat’s diet to increase the fiber. Dog and cats don’t require any fiber...
...your pet’s food, it’s not as easy as many pet owners think and even small mistakes can put your pet’s health at risk. We’ve discussed some of the common mistakes...
...the liver and measuring the copper level. It’s important to note that even dogs of the predisposed breeds can have liver disease from many other causes so it’s important to...
...nutritionist, I was surprised at how many options there are to choose from now! Therefore, I thought it could be useful to share the process I used to sift through...
...veterinarian with a complete diet history, which includes the exact diet, treats, table food, supplements, and any other food and treats can help to determine whether there are any dietary...