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Cailin R. Heinze

Raw Pet Food Risks: A Research Update

A recently published study from Cornell University showed that live bacteria could be cultured from many raw cat foods, but no cooked foods. The raw cat foods also contained DNA from parasites and from bacteria that contained genes associated with antibiotic resistance, which indicates the potential that they could cause drug-resistance infections in people or pets. This study, like many others, highlights the animal and public health concerns of feeding raw meat pet foods, including freeze-dried and frozen products.

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Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)

What’s in a name? What is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist and why does it matter?

We know that many pet owners are desperate for accurate, trustworthy information about how to feed their pets, whether they’re healthy or if they have a medical condition. However, even knowing who to talk to about your pet’s nutrition can be confusing! Learn more about Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionists and an easier way to find one.

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Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)

Think Your Pet has a Food Allergy? Eliminating Mistakes in Elimination Diet Trials

Although food allergies are uncommon in dogs and cats, the only way to diagnose them is with an elimination diet trial. Learn tips to avoid common mistakes and to plan a successful elimination diet trial.

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Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)

Out of options? What to do if your pet’s food is out of stock

COVID-19 has caused turmoil in people’s lives this past year, but it has also had an impact on our pets’ lives, most recently because of some pet foods being temporarily out of stock. Here are some thoughts on ways to prevent running out and what to do if you do end up in that situation.

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