We all know how it goes; your pet has diarrhea, you call the vet and you get told to feed chicken and rice for a few days to clear up the diarrhea. But did you know, this recommendation could be doing more harm than good? Chicken and rice was originally recommended as an alternative to … Continue reading No more chicken and rice
Why I don’t recommend raw diets
I am asked more frequently about the raw diet than anything else, especially on the internet. It is a hot potato with many passionate opinions online, however I believe it's vital that clients can make an informed decision before deciding to feed this incredibly complex and risky diet to their pets. The FDA, WSAVA, AAHA, … Continue reading Why I don’t recommend raw diets
Fillers in pet food – and why they arent a thing!
What is a filler and does pet food actually contain "fillers"? Certain ingredients often get blamed for being of low nutritional value and simply filler ingredients. A filler is something that contains no nutritional value and is added to create bulk in the diet. In pet food, this actually doesn't exist. Everything included in pet … Continue reading Fillers in pet food – and why they arent a thing!
Why your omega 3 supplement isn’t working
Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are widely known for their numerous health benefits, however pet owners and even vets are often making a seemingly harmless mistake - supplementing fish oils and omega 3, on top of an already balanced diet. If you're wanting the benefit of omega 3, there’s some things to consider … Continue reading Why your omega 3 supplement isn’t working
The dangers of raw milk: why it isn’t healthy or safe for your pet
Many pet owners are lured into the notion that raw milk is a healthier alternative for their pets. The idea of 'natural' and 'unprocessed' foods has become a trend, but when it comes to raw milk, it's a harmful one. Whether it is cow's milk, goat's milk or milk from any other animal, feeding raw … Continue reading The dangers of raw milk: why it isn’t healthy or safe for your pet
Managing multiple diseases
A huge pain point for veterinarians is knowing what to recommend when you have a patient with more than one disease state. While every pet is going to have unique needs, these cases can be some of the most difficult when trying to choose what nutrients to target.Disclaimer: I am not a veterinarian. As a … Continue reading Managing multiple diseases
Processed pet food: it’s not just kibble
Whenever kibble is mentioned, the pushback from opponents is that it's highly processed therefore how can it possibly be good for you. 'Processed' has become a dirty word of late, and I think it's time we delved abit deeper into how it fits into the pet nutrition world. First off, it's very hard to compare … Continue reading Processed pet food: it’s not just kibble
Thiamine deficiency & fish
Is feeding a fish based food going to make my cat sick? Let's dive into this - feeding fish to your cat has long been associated with thiamine deficiency, but does the same risk extend to fish based commercial products? While some products have been recalled over concerns of a lack of thiamine, is this … Continue reading Thiamine deficiency & fish
Why don’t all nutritionists agree?
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive on social media is why do nutritionists disagree on so many topics? There's a huge number of reasons for this, but today I'm going to cover some of the most common reasons for our divergence in opinions. EducationAs the title Nutritionist is not protected, anyone with … Continue reading Why don’t all nutritionists agree?
Yes, your dog can get Salmonella
Salmonella is a rod-shaped gram-negative bacterium belonging to the family of Enterobacteriaceae. It is the causative agent of salmonellosis. Clinical salmonellosis as well as fecal shedding of Salmonella in companion animals have been linked to the increasingly common practice among pet owners of feeding raw meat diets to pets. In contrast to heat-treated commercial dog … Continue reading Yes, your dog can get Salmonella
Cardiac diets – what does the science say?
Recent advancements in science and discoveries around how nutrition affects the health of the heart in both dogs and cats has driven the production of new therapeutic diets. Purina Institute recently released their findings that a nutrient blend appears to improve heart health in pets with chronic heart disease, and can even slow and prevent … Continue reading Cardiac diets – what does the science say?
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