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NUTRITION CONVERSATIONS

Tips and tools for effective nutrition conversations with case scenario examples.

Nutrition Conversation Tips

Discussing Non-Traditional Pet Food Diets: Owner is Resistant to Change

In this role-play video, a client appears committed to continuing to feed her dog a raw food diet. Watch as the veterinarian:

  • Uses the owner’s readiness to change to guide her tone. Ensures the owner is open to continuing the discussion throughout.
  • Explains the risks of raw diets.
  • Leverages the owner’s concern by recommending credible sources of information about raw diets and gains owner’s commitment to review the information.
  • Plans follow-up.

Related Tools and Content:

Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

Raw meat diets are popular but may present several health risks.

View Brief 1 min to 5 min

Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

Are raw meat-based diets a suitable option for pets?​

View Paper 11 min to 15 min

Determining a Client’s Nutritional "Readiness to Change"

Understanding the stages of change can help you identify the right solution at the right time.

Watch Video 1 min to 5 min

Creating Collaborative Care Through Nutrition Conversations Webinar

To help you have nutrition conversations that build client trust, the Purina Institute invites you to watch this free webinar.

Watch Webinar 20+ minutes

To Share With Pet Owner:

Raw Food Diets

Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets — and people.

View Hot Topic 6 min to 10 min