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
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
Ingredients in Pet Food
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
Ingredients in Pet Food
Grains provide valuable nutrients, but pet owners may believe that grains are “fillers” or that they may be a source of food allergies.
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
Similar to human foods, ingredients used in pet foods come from a number of sources. Many are obtained directly from animal or plant raw materials, but they can also be manufactured (or synthesized) and are referred to as ‘synthetic’ ingredients. What types of synthetic ingredients are used in pet foods and what is their role?
6 min to 10 min