UNDERSTANDING PET FOOD

Soy can provide nutritional advantages for pets, but pet owners often question the quality and health impacts of this ingredient.

The small amounts of sugar in pet foods have important functions, but pet owners often view sugar as an ingredient that only adds calories and causes obesity or diabetes.

Vegetarians may choose a meat free diet for many reasons including concerns for health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. For similar reasons, some pet owners may wonder if a vegetarian diet is an acceptable option for their pet.

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

Following the human nutrition trend, gluten-free foods are becoming increasingly popular for pets.

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

Grains are a valuable source of nutrients in pet food.

Probiotics are a nutritional intervention that may help manage pet health issues from gastrointestinal tract and beyond.

Kelly S. Swanson, PhD, explains the importance of gut health, what dysbiosis means, and the value of using a synbiotic supplement.​