Gastrointestinal Disorders
Short-term diet modification is an important part of any treatment plan for acute gastroenteropathy.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Nutrition and feeding practices are critical to the supportive care of dogs with megaesophagus.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Feeding practices and environmental management may help reduce the risk of gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) development.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Short-term diet modification is an important part of managing acute gastroenteropathy in cats.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Nutritional interventions are an important part of the management of cats with chronic gastroenteropathy.
6 min to 10 min
Immunity
Good nutrition is essential to ensure a strong immune system throughout the life of cats and dogs. Age, disease or stress can all affect the immune system. Diet plays an important role to optimize immune function and ultimately strengthen the natural defense and immune response.
6 min to 10 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Various cooking processes are used in preparing commercial pet foods to ensure delivery of highly nutritious, palatable products. The methods used are determined by the final form (e.g., a dry or wet food), desired texture and visual properties, and packaging. Common forms of pet food include dry extruded kibbles and canned wet food.
6 min to 10 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Frédéric Gaschen, Dr.med.vet., Dr.habil., with Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine, explains when to suspect a dog's diet as a potential cause of chronic diarrhea and what to consider when choosing an elimination diet.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Learn about the history, uses, and benefits of amino acid-based enteral diets.
20+ minutes