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Petfoodology

the scientific study of pet nutrition by veterinary nutrition specialists and experts.

  • Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
  • Tufts University

Author: Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition)

Pets with Health Conditions 

What Treats Can I Give My Dog With Kidney Disease?

May 23, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) kidney disease, Petfoodology Blog, treats

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.

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Pet Nutrition Basics 

The A-B-C’s of Vitamin C

April 28, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) Petfoodology Blog, supplements, vitamin, 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 vitamin C in pets.

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Pets with Health Conditions 

Is Your Pet on a Veterinary Therapeutic Diet? Tips Your Vet Wants You to Know

March 2, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) Petfoodology Blog, therapeutic diets

Here are some tips to make sure your pet’s therapeutic diet is providing the greatest health benefit and value for your money.

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Overweight cat

Why are so many of our pets overweight?

January 18, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) obesity, Petfoodology Blog

This was the moment I realized that I was treating pet obesity all wrong. I needed to focus less on the pet and more on the relationship between people and their pets. That’s what’s literally cutting the lives short of the dogs and cats we love so much.

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Does an Apple a Day Keep the Vet Away? Harmful vs Healthy Foods for Pets

December 27, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) dog treats, healthy snacks, Petfoodology Blog, toxic, treats

Some foods that are safe for people are not safe for pets. While some food items can be given in moderation as a healthy, low calorie snack, others can be toxic. Read on to learn more about foods you could try and those to avoid!

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Pets with Health Conditions 

Can Joint Diets Help My Dog’s Pain?

December 5, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) diet, dogs, joint disease, Petfoodology Blog

Many pet food companies have come out with specific veterinary therapeutic joint diets that have claims to decrease joint pain from arthritis.So what makes these diets different?

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Pets with Health Conditions 

Five Ways Being Overweight Can Harm Your Dog’s Health

October 17, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) dogs, obesity, Petfoodology Blog

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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Five Ways Being Overweight Can Harm Your Cat’s Health

September 21, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) cats, obesity, Petfoodology Blog, weight loss

With up to 63% of cats currently overweight, we now know about the problems that cats face when they are too heavy. If your cat is overweight, your cat is at risk for these common problems.

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Battling the Bulge? Troubleshooting Tips for Pet Weight Loss

July 21, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) cats, dogs, obesity, Petfoodology Blog, weight loss

Struggling to get those lost few pounds off your pet? Weight loss can be challenging, so we’ve though through some strategies to help you troubleshoot!

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Top Five Nutrition Mistakes Pet Owners Make

May 31, 2017July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) cats, dogs, myth, nutrition, pet food, Petfoodology Blog

There’s a lot of information and misinformation on the internet about what to feed your pet. Avoid these top mistakes pet owners make to feed their pet.

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PETFOODOLOGY DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

Dr. Freeman has received research or residency funding from, given sponsored lectures for, or provided professional services for AKC Canine Health Foundation, Aratana Therapeutics, Elanco, Guiding Stars Licensing Co LLC, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Morris Animal Foundation, Nestlé Purina PetCare, P&G Petcare (now Mars), and Royal Canin. Last

Dr. Heinze is employed by Mark Morris Institute. She has received research funding from, given sponsored lectures for, or provided professional services for Nestlé Purina PetCare, Royal Canin, and Balance.IT.

Dr. Linder has received speaker fees or research funding from Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Nestlé Purina PetCare, Virbac, Fresh Pet, and Royal Canin, and has provided professional services for Mark Morris Institute.

Updated 2/27/25

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