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

Resources

How to Address a Client’s Misperceptions About Food Allergies

Dermatological Disorders, Nutrition Conversation Tips

How to Address a Client’s Misperceptions About Food Allergies

Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood role-play a conversation in which a veterinarian addresses a client’s concern that her dog has a food allergy.

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1 min to 5 min

How to Discuss Vegan Diets With a Cat Owner

Feeding Philosophies, Nutrition Conversation Tips

How to Discuss Vegan Diets With a Cat Owner

Watch Dr. Sarah Abood and Dr. Julie Churchill role-play the delicate conversation between a veterinarian and a client who wishes to feed her cat a vegan diet.

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1 min to 5 min

The Importance of Ideal Body Condition

Body Condition Assessment, Nutrition Conversation Tips

The Importance of Ideal Body Condition

Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood as they role-play a discussion between a veterinarian and client on maintaining a dog in ideal body condition throughout life.

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1 min to 5 min

Addressing Pet Obesity When an Owner is Unaware of the Problem

Excess Body Weight, Nutrition Conversation Tips

Addressing Pet Obesity When an Owner is Unaware of the Problem

Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood role-play a veterinarian’s conversation with a client who is unaware her dog Benny is obese.

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1 min to 5 min

TEDDY, a Giant Breed Puppy

Practice Scenario, Puppy

TEDDY, a Giant Breed Puppy

Say hello to Teddy, a 4-month-old, male, Great Dane puppy.​

ZIVA, a Healthy Aging Dog

Adult Dog, Practice Scenario

ZIVA, a Healthy Aging Dog

Get to know Ziva, an 8-year-old, spayed-female Golden Retriever.​

RUSTY, a Senior Dog

Practice Scenario, Senior Dog

RUSTY, a Senior Dog

Meet Rusty, a senior dog who may have mild cognitive decline.

CHAMP, an Athletic Dog

Adult Dog, Practice Scenario

CHAMP, an Athletic Dog

Meet Champ, a travelling, occasionally stressed canine athlete.

GENERAL, a Senior Cat

Practice Scenario, Senior Cat

GENERAL, a Senior Cat

Get to know General, an indoor-outdoor senior cat.

SOPHIE, an Indoor Cat

Indoor Cats, Practice Scenario

SOPHIE, an Indoor Cat

Say hello to Sophie, an indoor-only adult cat.

Engaging Clients Regarding a Breeder’s Diet Recommendation

Feeding Philosophies, Nutrition Conversation Tips

Engaging Clients Regarding a Breeder’s Diet Recommendation

Discussing nutrition with clients who have received a breeder’s dietary recommendation.

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1 min to 5 min

Engaging Clients Regarding Grain-Free Diets

Feeding Philosophies, Nutrition Conversation Tips

Engaging Clients Regarding Grain-Free Diets

Exploring a variety of ways to address client concerns about grains in pet foods.

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1 min to 5 min