

Resources

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.
1 min to 5 min

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.
1 min to 5 min

Feeding Philosophies, Nutrition Conversation Tips
Engaging Clients Regarding Raw Food Diets
Exploring different ways to discuss a potentially sensitive issue with clients.
1 min to 5 min
Treats & Supplements
Supplements for Pets: A Guide for Veterinarians
Learn about supplements for pets: what they are, indications for use, and how to choose them.
6 min to 10 min

Adult Cat
Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Cats
In this brief video, Martha Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how feeding a high-quality diet formulated for growth and reproduction supports queens throughout pregnancy and lactation, and how calorie needs increase significantly as birth approaches.
1 min to 5 min

Dermatological Disorders, Ingredients in Pet Food
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis in Dogs
In this brief video, Michael (Mike) T. Robbins, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), reviews the two clinical syndromes of zinc responsive dermatosis and outlines how targeted nutritional strategies can support diagnosis and management, often leading to improvement within weeks.
1 min to 5 min
Microbiome
Volume 12: Systemic Effects of the Gut Microbiome
Learn how the gut microbiome shapes behavior, affects skin health, and influences feline chronic kidney disease—plus explore innovative strategies to modulate the microbiome for better outcomes.
16 min to 20 min

Immunity, Ingredients in Pet Food
Colostrum in Pet Food
Life stage and other factors can affect the immune system in dogs and cats. Research has shown that feeding a diet supplemented with colostrum may provide support during times of challenge by promoting a strong local and systemic immune response.
6 min to 10 min

Body Condition Assessment, Nutritional Assessment
Biological Age and Biological Clocks
Age is not a disease, but it is a risk factor for disease and pets’ aging trajectories will vary by individual. Biological age, measured by biological clocks, can indicate whether a pet is aging in a healthy, or unhealthy, manner.
6 min to 10 min

Gastrointestinal Disorders
Why Your Pet Is Not Being Prescribed Antibiotics for Diarrhea
Therapeutic protocols are modified when new information becomes available. One recent protocol change concerns antibiotic use for diarrhea. Share this handout with clients to help explain why antibiotic use for diarrhea is not recommended.
1 min to 5 min

Treats & Supplements
Pet Supplements
In this Hot Topic video, Callie Harris, DVM, shares practical guidance on supplementation, from supplement quality evaluation and manufacturer standards, to avoiding over-supplementation and potential toxicity.
1 min to 5 min
Feeding Philosophies, Ingredients in Pet Food
Volume 7: Nutritional Sustainability
Gain understanding about sustainability considerations specific to pet food, the use of sustainable ingredients in pet food, and communicating with clients about sustainable ingredients.
16 min to 20 min