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Cats are not Small Dogs: Unique Nutritional Needs of Cats

December 18, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) cats

Different from dogs, who are omnivores (meaning they are designed to eat a combination of animal and plant foods), cats are carnivores and have unique metabolism compared to many other domestic animals.

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Petfoodology Blog Pets with Health Conditions Trending Topics in Pet Nutrition 

It’s Not Just Grain-Free: An Update on Diet-Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy

November 29, 2018April 23, 2025 Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) boutique, cardiomyopathy, DCM, dog, exotic, grain-free, heart disease

Dr. Freeman provides an update on diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs

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When Less is More: Sensible Use of Supplements

November 16, 2018July 17, 2024 Cailin R. Heinze, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) supplement, vitamin

Even if the dietary supplements you are giving your pet are high quality and safe, using multiple products increases the risk to your pet

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Dangers of Bully Sticks: Popular Treat Can Carry Bacteria and Add Calories

November 1, 2018July 17, 2024 Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) bully sticks, by-products, raw, treats

Do you know what bully sticks are? A surprising number of owners (almost 50% in our survey) do not.

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The Dangers Lurking in Your Halloween Candy

October 22, 2018July 17, 2024 Cailin R. Heinze, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) chocolate, grapes, Halloween, raisins, toxic, xylitol

Did you know that some of your favorite Halloween treats could be dangerous or even deadly to your dog?

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Petfoodology Blog Pets with Health Conditions 

How Fast Is Too Fast For My Pet To Lose Weight?

October 9, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) diet, hepatic lipidosis, obesity, overweight, weight loss

You’ve already conquered the first steps of determining that your pet is overweight and you’ve worked with your veterinarian to create a weight loss plan. But now what? How fast can pets safely lose weight and how vigilant do you need to be?

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How To Make Your Own Dried Chews

September 28, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) chews, DIY, fruits, treats, vegetables

Interested in a healthy natural chew for your dog? Dehydrating your own fruit and vegetable treats can be a healthy and low calorie way to provide tasty chew options for your pet.

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Petfoodology Blog Pets with Health Conditions 

Pill-popping pets: Are the foods you use to give pills safe?

September 4, 2018July 17, 2024 Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) medications, pills

Is your pet on medication? How you give it, especially when you use food, does matter. We provide some tips on getting pills into pets.

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Organic Pet Foods: Optimal Health or Overhyped?

August 14, 2018July 17, 2024 Cailin R. Heinze, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) environment, GMO, organic

Are organic pet foods healthier? We review the evidence

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Breed Specific vs All Breed Diets

August 2, 2018July 17, 2024 Cailin R. Heinze, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) breed, breed-specific, large breed

We discuss the differences and similarities between breed-specific diets and all breed diets

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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.

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