Resources
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Nutrition and joint health in pets
Osteoarthritis is the most common chronic joint disorder in dogs and cats. Nutrition as a part of a multimodal management approach may help improve quality of life for pets with joint disease and may also be beneficial in supporting joint health in well pets.
6 min to 10 min
Body Condition Assessment
3D Body Condition Score Tool
A 3D interactive tool for easy body condition assessment of dogs and cats.
1 min to 5 min
Dermatological Disorders, Gastrointestinal Disorders
Feeding for Success: Tips for an Effective Food Elimination Trial
Share these tips with pet owners to help them understand what makes a food elimination trial successful.
1 min to 5 min
Dermatological Disorders
Volume 5: Nutritional Management of Allergic Skin Disease
Discover the power of nutrition in the diagnosis and management of two common skin conditions, adverse food reactions and atopic dermatitis, and the effects these conditions can have on other systems in the body.
16 min to 20 min
Cat Allergen Management
A Transformational Approach to Managing Fel d 1, the Major Cat Allergen
Learn about human allergies to Fel d 1, the major cat allergen, and how a dietary intervention for the cat can help reduce Fel d 1 and improve allergy management.
20+ minutes
Ingredients in Pet Food
Understanding Postbiotics and Their Effects on Gastrointestinal and Host Health
Postbiotics contain dead microorganisms and/or their components, but they still provide biological benefits for the microbiome and overall health. Learn more about this emerging topic in microbiome science.
20+ minutes
Dermatological Disorders, Gastrointestinal Disorders
Applications for HYDROLYZED PROTEIN DIETS in Dermatologic and Gastrointestinal Diseases
Learn about adverse food reactions and how hydrolyzed protein diets can be used for the management of certain skin and gastrointestinal conditions.
16 min to 20 min
Body Condition Assessment
The Purina Body Condition System
In this brief video, Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), provides us with an overview of this practical tool, used by veterinary professionals, for assessing and monitoring the body condition of dogs and cats.
1 min to 5 min
Renal & Urinary Disorders
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Health
In this brief video, Michael (Mike) T. Robbins, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how nutrition recommendations can play a critical role in supporting lower urinary tract health in cats, from encouraging hydration to choosing the right therapeutic diet.
1 min to 5 min
Nutrients
Volume 10: Applications of Fatty Acid Metabolism
Learn more about how specific fatty acids impact skin health, the role of omega-3 fatty acids in managing osteoarthritis, and the benefits of MCTs in supporting cognitive function.
16 min to 20 min
Senior Cat, Senior Dog
Volume 11: Healthy Aging
Discover expert insights on healthy aging, including the concept of biological age, nutritional management of sarcopenia, and considerations for digestive health for senior pets.
16 min to 20 min
Adult Cat, Adult Dog
Decreased Energy Needs in Pets After Spaying or Neutering
In this brief video, Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), shares why adjusting feeding plans post-surgery is essential for long-term health in this short video.
1 min to 5 min