Diamond releases vet-exclusive dog foodAugust 24, 2016The veterinary-exclusive Diamond Care Rx Renal Formula for adult dogs is among five new functional diets released by the Meta, Mo., company. The kidney formula, available in 8- and 25-pound bags, contains brown rice, chicken fat and egg protein as well as controlled levels of phosphorus and sodium.
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New Blue Buffalo foods target kidney diseaseAugust 17, 2016Pet food maker Blue Buffalo Co. has released diets formulated for dogs and cats suffering from chronic kidney disease. The veterinary-exclusive, grain-free recipes are KM Kidney + Mobility Support for cats and KS Kidney Support for dogs.
Why is veterinary nutrition different?August 1, 2016When most people go to the veterinarian it is assumed the veterinarian is trained in the skills that are needed. Graduation from a veterinary curriculum means “trained and ready to serve your pets.”
Study: Cats opt for healthy food over flavorJuly 26, 2016Do cats know what’s best for them nutritionally? Apparently they do, researchers believe. Given the choice, domesticated cats instinctively seek the healthiest foods instead of consuming something that simply tastes better, according to a study published June 15 in Royal Society Open Science.
How to fine-tune a horse's diet to match its medical needsJune 2, 2016As we know, practicing medicine means a lot more than simply prescribing medications. Instead, many equine conditions require a multimodal treatment approach, frequently including changes in diet and environment.
Avoid supplement surprisesApril 13, 2016Industry analysts estimate that the size of the U.S. dietary supplement industry on the human side has grown to somewhere between $12 billion and $37 billion annually.1 While demand has increased steadily across the globe, so has competition between companies, prompting some to consider cost-cutting opportunities that can compromise quality and, once discovered, erode consumer confidence.
