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Raw Food Diets

Feeding Philosophies

Raw Food Diets

Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets — and people.

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6 min to 10 min

More Than a Meal: Putting Purina's Microbiome Science into Practice

Microbiome

More Than a Meal: Putting Purina's Microbiome Science into Practice

Decades of research into the microbiome and nutritional interventions such as prebiotics and probiotics reveals how diet influences the gut microbiome and ultimately contributes to pet health.​

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20+ minutes

Fiber in Pet Food

Nutrients

Fiber in Pet Food

High fiber diets are often recommended for people to support a healthy digestion. What is the role of fiber in pet foods?

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6 min to 10 min

Dietary management of myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD)

Cardiovascular Disorders

Dietary management of myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD)

Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is the most common heart disease in dogs. Learn about specific nutrients that play key roles in cardiac health for dogs with MMVD.

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6 min to 10 min

Benefits of Healthy Weight

Body Condition Assessment

Benefits of Healthy Weight

Although there are many benefits to maintaining a healthy weight in pets, many owners do not understand what a healthy weight is or the benefits for pets.

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6 min to 10 min

Evaluating Your Cat’s Body Condition

Body Condition Assessment

Evaluating Your Cat’s Body Condition

Assess your cat's Body Condition in just 3 simple steps.​

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1 min to 5 min

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

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

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