Discovering how specialized diets aid inappetence in cancer patientsJuly 26, 2023One of the major issues that can arise during cancer treatment in cats and dogs is malnutrition. Cancer and its treatment often have negative effects on feeding behavior, including loss of appetite. Inability to consume adequate amounts of nutrients and calories can lead to malnutrition and weight loss.
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Pet nutrition, client education central to vet e-bookJuly 5, 2023Purina’s new resource covers practical information for case management and client conversations on managing pet health through nutrition.
Take the bite out of food allergy issuesMay 26, 2023Cutaneous adverse food reaction, also known as food allergy, is an immune-mediated reaction to a food antigen and can be challenging to diagnose.
Are lentils, beans linked to canine heart problems? Researchers exploreApril 17, 2023To investigate the association between ‘pulse’ ingredients typically used in grain-free dog foods (i.e. lentils, beans, peas) and instances of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), U of G researchers conducted a randomized, controlled trial of 28 Siberian huskies.
Dog food pulled due to elevated vitamin D levelsFebruary 13, 2023Veterinary clinics, retailers, and dog owners across the U.S. are being asked to dispose of several lots of prescription dry dog food due to possible elevated levels of vitamin D.
Nutritional support for pets with cancerJanuary 31, 2023Cancer is common in pets and may result in metabolic changes that can lead to malnutrition. As cancer progresses, signs include decreased appetite, lethargy and weight loss, and, in advanced stages, a loss of body fat and lean muscle mass.
Assisted feeding methods and benefits of nutritional supportJanuary 16, 2023Successful support and management through enteral feeding involves critical decisions, including appropriate nutrition, assessment, early intervention, and proper tube selection.
The pros and cons of food allergy testingDecember 12, 2022Cutaneous adverse food reactions (CAFR), also known as food allergies, are an immunological reaction to food allergens. CAFR is thought to affect about 20 percent of dogs, and up to 13 percent of cats with allergic skin disease.
Getting to the root of nutritional allergiesSeptember 27, 2022It is very common for pet owners to believe their itchy pet has a "food allergy." While cutaneous adverse food reactions (cAFR) are certainly not rare, when it comes to pruritic pets, atopic dermatitis (AD) is actually more prevalent than cAFR. Sadly, however, a physical exam is insufficient to distinguish atopic disease from a food-associated dermatopathy.
Spice up a pet's life through diet and nutritionAugust 11, 2022Whether pet parents are looking to support their pet’s medical needs through diet, are aiming to align their pet’s diet with their own nutritional approach and philosophies, or they are just trying to eliminate food boredom, there are ways we can safely support and guide them.
