Obesity epidemic swells with pandemicOctober 6, 2020While pudgy pets have been a persistent problem for years, the pandemic certainly hasn’t made things any easier.
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$450M facility to meet growing pet food demandOctober 1, 2020A 1.3 million-sf brewery is set to be converted into a pet food manufacturing facility in the Old North State.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFood is love—So why is nutrition a problem area for veterinarians?September 29, 2020By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMAAs a child, I was a big fan of the Peanuts cartoons. One of my favorite characters was Snoopy, a suave, bipedal beagle who wrote novels and engaged in breathtaking aerial combat with his nemesis, the Red Baron. Though Snoopy was unlike most other beagles I have known, he had one characteristic in common to others of his breed, and indeed most dogs. When suppertime arrived, all other activities were forgotten, and he often launched into an exuberant, joyful, food-induced dance. Every feeding was a celebration for Snoopy, not only of food but of the bond between dog and owner. Few subjects generate the same intensity of emotion in pet owners as the question of what to feed our animal companions. Feeding our pets is the quintessential act of caring and love. And based on how most dogs and cats act at feeding time, it certainly seems like a highlight of the relationship for them. There is also a deep sense in most pet owners that choosing a pet food has tremendous significance for the health and well-being of their pets. Everyone wants to give their pets the "best" food that will keep them active and happy and prevent illness …
Intermittent fasting could regulate feline eating habitsSeptember 24, 2020Cats fed once daily were found to be more satisfied with their food intake than those who eat multiple times.
Charting puppy growth can avoid plump poochesSeptember 24, 2020Sixty-eight percent of dogs that develop obesity by age three have been larger-than-average since puppyhood, research shows.
Fatty, meaty aromas tempt dogs to eatSeptember 11, 2020While the majority of pups may not be the pickiest of eaters, there’s no harm in ensuring their dining experience is as enjoyable as possible.
Global nutritional group enriched with partnershipSeptember 4, 2020WSAVA’s Global Nutrition Committee promotes the importance of performing regular nutritional assessments.
Chronic pain in dogs: The gift that keeps on givingAugust 28, 2020Pain in animals is what we (humans) say it is. There is tremendous variability among both patients and observers.
Pups may not be getting the nutrition they needAugust 28, 2020When it comes to canine age groups and what they mean, pet owners might benefit from a crash course from an animal health professional.
Food for thought: Dietary considerations in feline lower urinary tract diseasesJuly 29, 2020When presented with a cat with clinical signs consistent with lower urinary tract disease, it is important to gain an accurate history, then think about the animal's diet.
