$10M funding bolsters pet nutrition researchMarch 4, 2025The funding aims to support research efforts to advance pet nutrition science and strengthen veterinarians’ role in pet health.
SPONSORED CONTENTDiet trials useful in diagnosing canine itchingFrequent itching in dogs is one of the most common dermatological issues seen by veterinarians. Left untreated, it can be distressing to pets and owners alike, and potentially lead to more serious health issues. +
Owner demographics impact dog nutrition, study showsDecember 13, 2024Curious how your client’s profile influences your canine patient’s diet? Discover the findings from the Dog Aging Project’s latest study.
Five-year grant supports advancement of urinary tract health in petsSeptember 20, 2024Under the agreement, the School of Veterinary Medicine’s G.V. Ling Urinary Stone Analysis Laboratory (USAL) at the University of California (UC), Davis of the will provide free urinary stone analyses and interpretations.
Gut microbiome-organ connection focus of upcoming global forumSeptember 13, 2024Attendees of the free, virtual event on Oct. 24 to 25 will hear from experts about the role of the gut as a central organ impacting overall health in dogs and cats.
VPN Plus+ ExclusivePurr-fectly Balanced: Navigating Feline Obesity & Wellness through Nutritional CareJuly 3, 2024In this session: Julie Churchill, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) addresses why pet weight management programs can be so difficult. Tools for feline obesity prevention and wellness are also covered, as well as how to engage the entire team.
Mealworm-based ingredients for dog food now allowed in the U.S.January 29, 2024Ÿnsect, a global producer of insect-based proteins, has been authorization by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) to use defatted mealworm proteins within dog nutrition
Treating allergies with diet trialsNovember 27, 2023By teaching owners about canine adverse food reactions (CAFR) using engaging education tools, you can implement satisfying diet trials into your workup of allergic dermatitis.
Feed to succeed: Using nutrition to support a healthy lifestyle and body weightNovember 24, 2023Preventive nutrition can start with the puppy/kitten visits, be reviewed at the time of spay/neuter, and then continue to be closely monitored throughout the pet’s life.
Keeping the 'bugs' in balance: GI microbiome health mattersNovember 3, 2023Given the microbiota in the gut help support overall health, maintaining a balance between beneficial and potentially pathogenic bacteria is important.
Vet care program distributes 13 tons of cat food in IowaOctober 24, 2023Alley Cat Allies, in partnership with Animal Rescue League of Iowa, will give away tons of cat food at no cost to caregivers in Des Moines under its ongoing Keeping Families Together program
