Resources
Choosing a Pet Food
How do I choose a healthy food for my cat?
What pet owners should consider when choosing a food for their cat.
1 min to 5 min
Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
How Should Veterinary Teams Evaluate Nutrition Information?
Separating the science from the "sell" when evaluating nutrition information.
1 min to 5 min
Body Condition Assessment
Body Condition System Progress Chart Cat
The Progress Chart should be used with the Feline Body Condition System Sheet to help track a pet’s weight loss or gain.
1 min to 5 min
Lower Urinary Tract Health
Nutrition and Urinary Tract Health in Cats
Feline lower urinary tract diseases (FLUTDs) have a multi-factorial etiology. Diet can play an important role as part of the overall management.
6 min to 10 min
Feeding Philosophies
Vegetarian Diets for Pets
Vegetarians may choose a meat free diet for many reasons including concerns for health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. For similar reasons, some pet owners may wonder if a vegetarian diet is an acceptable option for their pet.
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
By-Products
By-products are a safe and nutritious ingredient, but pet owners may perceive that pet foods containing by-products are low-quality.
6 min to 10 min
Adult Dog
Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Dogs
Every adult dog has unique nutritional needs. Tailored nutrition can help them live long, healthy lives.
1 min to 5 min
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.
1 min to 5 min
Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
How to Make a Dietary Recommendation for a Healthy Cat
Watch Dr. Sarah Abood and Dr. Julie Churchill role-play a discussion between a veterinarian and pet owner about what and how to feed a senior cat.
1 min to 5 min
Pet Food Labels
Understanding Pet Food Labels - AAFCO
Understanding the information on a pet food label can help when comparing and choosing pet foods.
1 min to 5 min
Feeding Philosophies, Nutrition Conversation Tips
Discussing Non-Traditional Pet Food Diets: Owner is Open to Suggestions
Watch Dr. Julie Churchill and Dr. Sarah Abood role-play a conversation between a veterinarian and a client who is concerned whether the homemade diet she is feeding her cat is nutritionally adequate.
1 min to 5 min
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.
1 min to 5 min