Integrative Medicine
Prebiotics and Probiotics for Dogs and Cats
It can be challenging to find nutraceuticals that do what their manufacturers say they do — here’s what’s behind the hype of probiotics and prebiotics.
Endocrinology
Key Nutritional Factors in Treating Pancreatitis
Gastrointestinal (GI) problems are one of the leading causes for which pets present to veterinary hospitals.
Nutrition
Feeding the Critical Canine and Feline Patient
Nutrition is vitally important to the hospitalized patient.
Nutrition
Starting Strong: Puppy and Kitten Nutrition
The average puppy or kitten enters its new home between 7 and 9 weeks of age.
Nutrition
Focus on Overweight and Obesity in Cats
When it comes to weight, cats are faring worse than their canine counterparts, with more than a 169% increase in overweight cats over the past 10 years, according to Banfield Pet Hospital.
Nutrition
Giant Expectations: Nutrition for the Large-Breed Puppy
Diet selection and growth rate management are equally critical in preventing developmental orthopedic disease in growing large-breed dogs.
Nutrition
Focus on Overweight and Obesity in Dogs
A look at dog obesity and overweight prevalence from Banfield Pet Hospital’s 2017 State of Pet Health Report.
Nutrition
Tackling Pet Obesity: It’s Not Easy, But It’s the Best Work!
When I started my career as a veterinary technician, I had my hands full of “normal” work.
Gastroenterology
The Gastrointestinal Microbiota: An Introduction
This article examines the important role microbiota plays in the development, immune regulation, and maintenance of an animal’s GI health.
Nutrition
Develop a Nutrition Program in Your Practice
With pet obesity on the rise and ever more complicated pet food options available, experienced guidance is more important than ever.