Nutrition
Canine Performance and Rehabilitative Nutrition, Part 2
In dogs, nutrition is increasingly used to modify the response to tissue injury as part of a multimodal approach.
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Canine Performance Nutrition
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN Dogs frequently engage in performance-based competitive and recreational activities, ranging from flyball to sled pulling to agility, and nutrition is increasingly used to maximize an animal’s potential and stamina.
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Surveying Supplements: Current Trends, Research, & Recommendations
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN, University of Florida More and more pet owners are asking veterinarians for advice on dietary supplements for their pets.
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Nutritional Management of Renal Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach
Successful treatment of CKD in dogs and cats involves a multimodal approach, including implementation of veterinary therapeutic renal diets.
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A Weighty Matter: Effectively Communicating with Clients about Pet Obesity
The blood and urine analyses recently ordered on a patient show azotemia in the face of low urine specific gravity.
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Treatment of Obesity in Cats and Dogs
There are many adverse consequences for not managing canine and feline obesity, including development of diabetes mellitus and reduced lifespan.
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Beyond the Guaranteed Analysis: Comparing Pet Foods
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN The guaranteed analysis found on all pet foods sold under AAFCO guidelines cannot be used to compare one pet food to another.