Cats love a free meal, study showsAugust 31, 2021When given the choice between a readily available meal and one that requires a bit of effort, cats tend to take the easy route.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNutrition: Why treading lightly is often the best approachAugust 12, 2021By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBANutrition has evolved into the one area I’ve learned to tread lightly. It’s the third rail of all exam room topics of conversation, second only to politics and religion for the fervor it inspires — especially should you accidentally trip on a stray word in the minefield of unmentionable ingredients or excesses.
Nutritional influences in dermatological disordersAugust 10, 2021The skin is an important immune organ with functions including a barrier against foreign antigens, immunoregulation, vitamin D production, thermoregulation, nutrient storage, sensory perception, reproduction, and antimicrobial action.
Cat deaths surge in U.K. amidst food recallAugust 6, 2021RVC says it has been notified of 528 cases of pancytopenia in cats in recent months, of which 63.5 percent (335 cases) were fatal.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFrom antioxidants to vitamins, many supplements lack official testingJuly 22, 2021By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMASkipping steps in the scientific process wastes time and resources, and it ultimately hurts patients. Those who may choose an insufficiently tested supplement over a proven therapy because they believe it to be safer or more effective based on low-quality evidence can be harmed by the supplement or by delaying truly effective treatment
How best to manage canine osteoarthritis with nutritionJuly 9, 2021Mild and moderate osteoarthritis can be managed effectively using nutritional supplements, delaying the need for treatment with NSAIDs.
Pet obesity battle begins at clinicJuly 8, 2021When it comes to preventing and treating pet obesity, veterinarians should claim their role as nutritional experts, AAHA says.
Dog food pulled due to SalmonellaJune 11, 2021Retailers and dog owners in 14 U.S. states are being asked to dispose of several lots of dog food due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Is our profession really serious about pet obesity?June 2, 2021When was the last time you looked at the side of a bag of pet food? Have you ever examined the recommended portion section?
Understanding nutrition in dogs with degenerative mitral valve diseaseJune 2, 2021A diagnosis of CHF in a dog requires commitment to a daily medication regimen and changes to the patient’s diet, which can be difficult to adjust to.
