Pet Information : dogs
Nutrition
- Obesity in Pets - What Can You Do?
- Is your pet overweight or even obese? Obesity in pets is an epidemic that mirrors the problem in the human population. Data gathered in 2002 by the American Veterinary Medical Association showed that 40% of pet dogs in the United States were either …
- Xylitol Poisoning
- Xylitol, an artifical sweetener that is thought to prevent cavities in human, is turning up as a potent toxin for dogs. Cases of xylitol toxicity have been increasing each year, according to the Animal Poison Control Center of the American Society …
- Nutrition and Care for Your Senior Dog
- Older dogs have special nutritional needs. Feeding mature dogs a diet that is specifically designed to meet these needs will help them live longer and healthier. Changing Energy Requirements During the adult years, your dog’s required …
- Nutrition for the Cancer Patient
- Cancer is a disease that most of us are familiar with. We are either survivors or know someone who is a survivor or someone who lost the battle with this dreadful disease. Most of the cancers that affect people can also affect our beloved furry …
- Pet Nutrition 101
- Have you ever wondered what the best food to feed your pet is? Or even how to choose from the many options available today? Well, this article is designed to help explain the important nutritional features of a good quality diet. Feeding a good …
- Ash and Your Pet's Health
- Ash is not an individual ingredient that pet food manufacturers add to your pet’s diet, however, it is present in all pet foods at varying levels. Dry meat protein sources, such as chicken by-product meal, chicken meal, lamb meal, or meat …
- Feeding Your Pregnant Dog
- Feeding for a successful pregnancy starts long before conception. Ideal body condition is critical for normal litter size and normal delivery of the pups. Less than ideal body condition can lead to failure of conception, small litters, or even …
- Pet Nutrition 102
- A follow-up to Pet Food Nutrition 101, this article discusses specific dietary features for specific groups and even for individual breeds of dogs and cats. DOGS Large and giant breed dogs, such as Mastiffs, Great Danes, and German Shepherds …
Please note that this information does not replace onsite, professional, veterinary care. It is solely for educational purposes. Your pet's medical condition should be evaluated by a veterinarian before any medical decisions are implemented. If there is a potentially life-threatening emergency involving your pet, take your pet to a veterinarian or veterinary facility immediately.
Veterinary Technical Services Department