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Minerals in Pet Foods
Minerals are one of six nutrient groups in pet food that dogs and cats need for optimal health. Learn more about the minerals that contribute to healthy body function.
6 min to 10 min
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Nutrition-Related Risk Factors
Pets should be evaluated for the presence of nutrition-related risk factors as part of a screening nutritional assessment.
1 min to 5 min
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Managing the Gut Microbiome
Diet, a controllable factor that influences the gut microbiome, offers a daily opportunity to contribute to gut health.
1 min to 5 min
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Fast Fact
What is ash and why is it found in pet food?
Fast Fact
Ash (also referred to as "crude ash," "inorganic matter" or "incinerated residue") is a regulatory or technical term that represents the mineral content of a food. Ash is what remains of a pet food after a sample is incinerated as part of a laboratory analysis.
The organic content (i.e., carbohydrate, fiber, fat and protein) will be totally combusted and only the minerals will remain (e.g., calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, etc.). The mineral content in pet food comes from ingredients and supplements added to the formula. Some regulatory agencies require pet food companies to declare ash content on the pet food label.
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When to Start Having Nutrition Conversations
Every client visit is an opportunity to discuss the importance of good pet nutrition.
1 min to 5 min
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Milestones That Should Spark a Nutrition Conversation
Throughout a pet’s life, there are multiple events that should trigger a nutrition conversation.
1 min to 5 min
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Why the Veterinary Team Is the Best Source for Nutrition Information
Encouraging clients to turn to the veterinary team for their pet’s specific nutrition needs.
1 min to 5 min
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Using Open-Ended Questions to Elicit Accurate Nutrition Information
Getting accurate information is the first step toward creating a solid nutrition plan.
1 min to 5 min
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Balance Is Everything: Maintaining a Healthy Gut Microbiome
Kelly S. Swanson, PhD, explains the importance of gut health, what dysbiosis means, and the value of using a synbiotic supplement.
1 min to 5 min