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Should I give fish oil to my pet?

June 13, 2018July 17, 2024 Deborah E. Linder, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Nutrition) fish oil, heart disease, joint disease, kidney disease, omega-3 fatty acids, supplements

There is a lot of interest in the use of fish oil because of potential benefits for dogs or cats from omega-3 fatty acids. Here are some times when fish oil may be helpful for your pet.

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Can Joint Diets Help My Dog’s Pain?

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

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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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

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