Tips and tools for effective nutrition conversations with case scenario examples.

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NUTRITIONAL CONVERSATIONS

Tips and tools for effective nutrition conversations with case scenario examples.

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How to Start a Nutrition Conversation With a Client

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

How to Start a Nutrition Conversation With a Client

During every client visit, nutrition conversations prove useful in a variety of ways.

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1 min to 5 min

DEWEY, Feline Weight Loss

Practice Scenario

DEWEY, Feline Weight Loss

Meet Dewey, a senior cat that has lost weight.

Determining a Client’s Nutritional "Readiness to Change"

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

Determining a Client’s Nutritional "Readiness to Change"

Understanding the stages of change can help you identify the right solution at the right time.

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1 min to 5 min

Creating Collaborative Care Through Nutrition Conversations Webinar

Nutrition Conversation Tips

Creating Collaborative Care Through Nutrition Conversations Webinar

To help you have nutrition conversations that build client trust, the Purina Institute invites you to watch this free webinar.

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20+ minutes

CHAMP, an Athletic Dog

Adult Dog, Practice Scenario

CHAMP, an Athletic Dog

Meet Champ, a travelling, occasionally stressed canine athlete.

Engaging Clients Regarding Pet Obesity

Excess Body Weight, Nutrition Conversation Tips

Engaging Clients Regarding Pet Obesity

Discussing this sensitive topic starts with the health and wellbeing of the pet in mind.

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1 min to 5 min

How Should Veterinary Teams Evaluate Nutrition Information?

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

How Should Veterinary Teams Evaluate Nutrition Information?

Separating the science from the "sell" when evaluating nutrition information.

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1 min to 5 min

How Can the Veterinary Health Care Team Address Nutrition Questions

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

How Can the Veterinary Health Care Team Address Nutrition Questions

Every member of the clinic staff can promote good information about nutrition.

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1 min to 5 min

How to Make a Dietary Recommendation

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

How to Make a Dietary Recommendation

Identifying the four key components of an effective dietary recommendation.

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1 min to 5 min

RUSTY, a Senior Dog

Practice Scenario, Senior Dog

RUSTY, a Senior Dog

Meet Rusty, a senior dog who may have mild cognitive decline.

SOPHIE, an Indoor Cat

Indoor Cats, Practice Scenario

SOPHIE, an Indoor Cat

Say hello to Sophie, an indoor-only adult cat.

ZIVA, a Healthy Aging Dog

Adult Dog, Practice Scenario

ZIVA, a Healthy Aging Dog

Get to know Ziva, an 8-year-old, spayed-female Golden Retriever.​