Pet obesity an epidemic, report saysFebruary 4, 2020While it is no secret the number of overweight and obese pets is on the rise, a new report from Banfield Pet Hospital suggests we are facing a full-blown epidemic.
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Is keto kind to pets?January 28, 2020One of the many extreme diets for humans that also is sometimes promoted as having health benefits for veterinary patient is the ketogenic diet.
AnimalBiome earns aces from IVC JournalJanuary 24, 2020A California-based biotechnology company has earned high praises from the Innovative Veterinary Care (IVC) Journal.
Veterinarian nutritional guidance integral to pet healthJanuary 8, 2020While discussions related to nutrition might sometimes take the back seat during wellness checks, veterinarians should play a proactive role in their patients’ diets, as many owners are blind to their pet’s potential weight problem.
Nutrition and GI disease: Assessing ingredients in complete and balanced dietsJanuary 2, 2020In both companion animal and human nutrition, the concept of gut health is a point of major focus in foods and supplements. Veterinarians are often faced with the challenge of prescribing the right diets that fit both the pet’s needs and its owner’s resources.
Purina PetCare symposium: Getting the nutrition conversation startedNovember 27, 2019Travis Fiedler is a foodie of sorts and he’s honed his sense of smell so much over the years that he can note variations in aroma from dozens of recipes.
K-State internship focuses on small animal obesityNovember 26, 2019A collaboration between Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Kansas State University (K-State) emphasizes the value of nutrition and weight management for pets.
Dietary supplements and osteoarthritisNovember 21, 2019A multimodal approach to the management of OA has been recommended to target different pain receptors and attempt to control inflammation within the joints.
Nutraceutricals can benefit patients, practicesOctober 29, 2019Nutraceuticals are commonly defined as nutritional supplements designed to improve overall health or address specific conditions.
CBD company enters holistic pet food marketOctober 21, 2019Animal health and wellness CBD company Better Choice has joined the world of holistic pet food with the acquisition of Halo, Purely for Pets.