

Resources

Nutrients
Fiber in Pet Food
High fiber diets are often recommended for people to support a healthy digestion. What is the role of fiber in pet foods?
6 min to 10 min

Cardiovascular Disorders
Dietary management of myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD)
Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is the most common heart disease in dogs. Learn about specific nutrients that play key roles in cardiac health for dogs with MMVD.
6 min to 10 min

Treats & Supplements
Supplements for Pets
Pet owners are increasingly interested in supplements for their pets. Since all supplements are not the same, their use and selection for an individual pet should be considered carefully. Veterinarians should ask about the use of supplements as part of a pet’s diet history.
6 min to 10 min

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
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

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
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

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
Fitting Nutrition Conversations Into Short Appointment Times
How to talk about nutrition with clients without changing the team’s current workflow.
1 min to 5 min

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
How Can the Veterinary Team Address Nutrition Misinformation?
Addressing misinformation starts with identifying objective, reliable information.
1 min to 5 min

Ingredients in Pet Food, Nutrition Conversation Tips
Engaging Clients With Concerns About Ingredients
Addressing client concerns about ingredients starts with asking the right questions.
1 min to 5 min

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
Nutrition Conversation Tips and Tricks
Successful nutrition conversations start with an agenda everyone agrees upon.
6 min to 10 min

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