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Feline Body Condition System Sheet

Body Condition Assessment

Feline Body Condition System Sheet

A visual aid to the Purina Body Condition Score System for cats.​

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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

Switching Pet Foods - Cats

Changing Diets

Switching Pet Foods - Cats

Gradually transitioning onto a new diet minimizes the risk of stomach upset.

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1 min to 5 min

Homemade Pet Foods

Feeding Philosophies

Homemade Pet Foods

Homemade diets are perceived as healthier to some pet owners, but despite their draw, they may not be complete and balanced for healthy pets.

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6 min to 10 min

Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

Feeding Philosophies

Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

Raw meat diets are popular but may present several health risks.

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1 min to 5 min

Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

Feeding Philosophies

Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

Are raw meat-based diets a suitable option for pets?​

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11 min to 15 min

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

Puppies and Adult Dogs: Feeding Treats

Treats & Supplements

Puppies and Adult Dogs: Feeding Treats

Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.

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1 min to 5 min

Fitting Nutrition Conversations Into Short Appointment Times

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

Fitting Nutrition Conversations Into Short Appointment Times

How to talk about nutrition with clients without changing the team’s current workflow.

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1 min to 5 min

Choosing to Feed Wet or Dry Cat Foods

Choosing a Pet Food

Choosing to Feed Wet or Dry Cat Foods

Feeding either wet or dry commercial cat foods, or a combination of both, will provide cats with a complete and balanced diet.

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1 min to 5 min