Breed Specific vs All Breed Diets
We discuss the differences and similarities between breed-specific diets and all breed diets
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Author: Cailin R. Heinze, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition)
The Skinny on Fat: Part 2 – Essential fatty acids and inflammation
In the second part of a 2-part series on fat, we discuss the different types of fat and how they affect inflammation and health
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The Skinny on Fat: Part 1 – The Basics
There is a lot of confusion regarding fat in pet foods. In this two-part series, we will explain what types of fat your pet needs and what health conditions may benefit from more or less fat
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A big pawprint: The environmental impact of pet food
Your home is energy efficient and you drive a hybrid car, but have you thought about the environmental impacts of your pet’s food?
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Digestive Enzyme Supplements: Breaking Down the Evidence
Digestive enzyme supplements are often touted to improve digestion and improve health even in healthy pets. We discuss the science versus the hype of enzyme supplements.
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Research Update: New insight into grain-free cat diets
We share some findings from a recently published study comparing the calories, carbohydrate content, and ingredients in grain-free versus grain-containing dry diets for cats
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Good Bugs/Bad Bugs – The Confusing World of Probiotic Supplements
The gut bacteria and probiotic supplements have become popular topics lately, but will supplementing “good” bacteria make your pet healthier?
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The Reality of Pet Food Recalls
Worried about pet food recalls? Not every recall means that a company makes “bad” food – sometimes it can even be a good thing, but how do you tell the difference?
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Much Ado About Therapeutic Diets
A recent lawsuit underscores the lack of understanding about therapeutic diets that can only be purchased through a veterinarian
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Premium pet foods – are they worth the premium price?
Are premium pet foods worth the premium price, or can you save money without compromising your pet’s health? We discuss what premiumization means for pet food and why premium foods may not always be the best nutritional value.
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