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THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

Useful information about the needs of cats and dogs with nutritionally sensitive health conditions.

Resources

Hyperlipidemia In Dogs

Pancreatic Disorders

Hyperlipidemia In Dogs

Nutrition plays an important role in the management of hyperlipidemia in dogs.

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1 min to 5 min

Halitosis in Dogs and Cats

Dental/Oral Health Disorders

Halitosis in Dogs and Cats

Nutrition can play a role in the management of halitosis in pets.

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1 min to 5 min

Diagnostic Considerations for Dogs With Chronic Diarrhea: Why Diet Makes a Difference

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diagnostic Considerations for Dogs With Chronic Diarrhea: Why Diet Makes a Difference

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.​

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1 min to 5 min

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome: Preserving Quality of Life for Owners and Senior Dogs

Brain & Cognitive Disorders

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome: Preserving Quality of Life for Owners and Senior Dogs

Read perspectives on CDS and its management from veterinary behaviorist Dr. Marie Hopfensperger.

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1 min to 5 min

Early Diagnosis and Intervention Benefit Canine Osteoarthritis Patients

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Early Diagnosis and Intervention Benefit Canine Osteoarthritis Patients

Read about the strategies, including nutrition, Bryan Torres, DVM, PhD, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR utilizes early in osteoarthritis management.

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1 min to 5 min

Maintaining Hydration in Cats With CKD

Renal & Urinary Disorders

Maintaining Hydration in Cats With CKD

Jessica Quimby, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, explains the dangers of dehydration in cats with chronic kidney disease and provides strategies to help owners assess and address cat hydration status.

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1 min to 5 min

Diet Elimination Trials

Dermatological Disorders

Diet Elimination Trials

Diet elimination trials are the gold standard for the diagnosis of food allergies and food intolerances.

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1 min to 5 min

Feline Acute Gastroenteropathy

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Feline Acute Gastroenteropathy

Short-term diet modification is an important part of managing acute gastroenteropathy in cats.

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1 min to 5 min

Chronic Pancreatitis in Dogs

Pancreatic Disorders

Chronic Pancreatitis in Dogs

Dietary modification can be an important component of a long-term management plan for dogs with chronic pancreatitis.

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1 min to 5 min

Fiber-Responsive Colitis and Large Bowel Diarrhea in Dogs

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Fiber-Responsive Colitis and Large Bowel Diarrhea in Dogs

Addition of dietary fiber is key to managing dogs with fiber-responsive colitis and chronic idiopathic large bowel diarrhea.

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1 min to 5 min

Demystifying Adverse Food Reactions: A Panel Discussion

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Demystifying Adverse Food Reactions: A Panel Discussion

Learn more about elimination diet trials for pets with suspected adverse food reactions and how to address challenges pet owners may face during a dietary trial in this discussion featuring veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Domenico Santoro, and internal medicine specialist, Dr. Frédéric Gaschen.

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6 min to 10 min

Comprehensive Management of Feline CKD: A Panel Discussion

Renal & Urinary Disorders

Comprehensive Management of Feline CKD: A Panel Discussion

Learn more about nutritional intervention for feline CKD and how to partner with pet owners to improve adherence to your diagnostic and nutritional recommendations in this discussion, moderated by feline internal medicine specialist Dr. Andy Sparkes, featuring internal medicine specialist Dr. Jessica Quimby and Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® Dr. Lindsey Bullen.

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6 min to 10 min