All three of us regularly lecture at continuing education conferences for other veterinarians, present our research at scientific meetings, and speak at events for pet owners. We also frequently give...
...normal! Heart disease is common in our companion animals, affecting 10-15% of all dogs and cats, with even higher rates in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Doberman Pinschers, and Boxer dogs....
...report (42%). In our research, less than 10% of dogs with DCM are taurine deficient and in one study, only 2 of 48 dogs (both eating grain-based diets) had low...
...personal or commercial endorsement is permitted on a pet food or specialty pet food label provided the endorsement is not false or misleading.” (https://www.aafco.org/resources/startups/labeling-labeling-requirements/). So, while this does allow a...
...calories per pound of body weight compared to smaller dogs (for example, a 100 pound dog does not require 10 times the calories as a 10 pound dog). Not all...
...diets for both pets and for the people who interact with the pet. It has been well-documented that both commercial raw pet foods and raw meats sold for human consumption...
...completed our online survey, and the results emphasize the confusion and misconceptions owners have about pet food and treats. In addition to many not knowing what bully sticks are, 71%...
...common internet recommendations that aren’t based on science (what exactly is a an “excessive filler” anyway?). It also implied that grain-free diets may be a good choice for dogs with...
...to purchase a good quality commercial diet, especially for a large dog. Many high quality commercial diets for dogs can be purchased for $1.50 a pound or less, whereas there...
...out the online form, you may download and submit the Diet History Form as a Word Document Veterinarians (or employees of their practices) should fill out the Consultation Request Form....