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Prebiotics

Ingredients in Pet Food

Prebiotics

Purina was the first to use prebiotics in pet food and is a leader in the field. What are the benefits of prebiotics to pets?

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6 min to 10 min

The Source of Protein and Protein Quality

Nutrients

The Source of Protein and Protein Quality

Protein is an essential nutrient that can be provided by both plant and animal sources. Are there differences between plant and animal proteins and what is considered a good quality protein?

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6 min to 10 min

ACVIM Classification of Heart Disease and Heart Failure in Dogs with MMVD

Cardiovascular Disorders

ACVIM Classification of Heart Disease and Heart Failure in Dogs with MMVD

View a short video about the ACVIM classification of heart disease.

Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease

Cardiovascular Conditions

Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease

Read about the science behind a novel nutritional intervention for dogs with early stage MMVD.

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6 min to 10 min

Body Condition System Progress Chart Dog

Body Condition Assessment

Body Condition System Progress Chart Dog

The Progress Chart should be used with the Canine Body Condition System Sheet to help track a pet’s weight loss or gain.

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1 min to 5 min

DISHAA Assessment Tool

Cognition Assessment

DISHAA Assessment Tool

A useful tool to monitor cognitive function in dogs.​

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1 min to 5 min

Purina Fecal Scoring Chart

Fecal Scoring Assessment

Purina Fecal Scoring Chart

The Purina Fecal Scoring Chart is a practical, easy-to-use tool that can help clients describe their pets’ stools.

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1 min to 5 min

Distinguishing Characteristics of Small and Large Bowel Diarrhea Chart

Fecal Scoring Assessment

Distinguishing Characteristics of Small and Large Bowel Diarrhea Chart

A practical, easy-to-use chart that helps localize diarrhea to the small or large intestine.

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1 min to 5 min

Protein and Senior Pets

Nutrients

Protein and Senior Pets

Protein is a key nutrient for dogs and cats and a source of amino acids, the 'building blocks' used to build new proteins in the body. Irrespective of the pet’s age, protein plays many important roles in the body.

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6 min to 10 min

Protein in Food Allergies

Nutrients

Protein in Food Allergies

Food allergies are not common in dogs and cats, but pet owners often believe that a pet’s skin or intestinal symptoms are allergic reactions to specific food ingredients.

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6 min to 10 min

Salt in Pet Food

Ingredients in Pet Food

Salt in Pet Food

Salt is an important component in pet foods and is involved in a number of critical functions in the body. With recommendations to restrict salt intake in people, does the same apply to pets?

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6 min to 10 min

Fats in Pet Food

Nutrients

Fats in Pet Food

Fat is an important nutrient for pets. What is its function, and are there differences in the fat requirements of pets and people?

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6 min to 10 min