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UNDERSTANDING PET FOOD

Practical information about commercial pet foods and what goes into them.

 

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    Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

    Raw meat diets are popular but may present several health risks.

    1 min to 5 min

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    Considerations for Feeding Gluten-Free Diets to Pets

    Following the human nutrition trend, gluten-free foods are becoming increasingly popular for pets.

    1 min to 5 min

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    Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

    Are raw meat-based diets a suitable option for pets?​

    11 min to 15 min

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    Switching Pet Foods - Dogs

    Gradually transitioning onto a new diet minimizes the risk of stomach upset.​

    1 min to 5 min

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    Switching Pet Foods - Cats

    Gradually transitioning onto a new diet minimizes the risk of stomach upset.

    1 min to 5 min

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    Gluten in Pet Food

    Gluten-free diets are increasingly popular in human nutrition and this in turn can influence pet food decisions. What exactly is gluten and why is it found in pet food?

    6 min to 10 min

  • Raw Food Diets

    Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets — and people.

    6 min to 10 min

  • Probiotics

    Probiotics offer many benefits, but with so many options available, pet owners may not know how to select the best quality and most appropriate one for their pet's needs

    6 min to 10 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