In this episode of Feed Your Dog Facts, hosts Alexis Malone and Daniel Schulof dive into how you can confidently talk to your veterinarian about nutrition. We explore potential biases in veterinary advice, especially when it comes to popular pet food products, and share strategies for navigating these discussions. We also cover how to handle specific concerns like DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy). 16:00 Handling disagreement with your vet
34:06 Specific advice on DCM discussions
It's FYFD Friday! Join us as we dive into the topic of synthetic vitamins and their impact on your dog's health. We'll explore what 'healthy' really means, examining both acute deficiency diseases and chronic conditions. We'll explore the bioavailability of synthetic versus natural vitamins, and wrap it up with a discussion on how perception influences decision-making.
Timestamps:
01:51 Exploring the Notion of Synthetic Vitamins
06:40 Defining "Health"
08:04 Differentiating Acute Deficiency Diseases and Chronic Diseases
14:19 The Role of Regulatory Bodies in Pet Food Nutrition
17:14 The Bioavailability Debate: Synthetic vs Natural Vitamins
21:36 The Prevalence of Synthetic Vitamins in Commercial Pet Foods
26:19The Influence of Perception on Decision-Making
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Happy Feed Your Dog Facts Friday! In this episode, you'll discover how dogs metabolize carbohydrates to draw energy and learn about the crucial role of carbohydrate metabolism in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. We’ll also delve into the role of insulin in regulating blood sugar levels and its impact on your dog's well-being.
Timestamps:
01:25 Importance of Carbohydrate Metabolism in Dogs
09:26 The Role of Glucose as a Fuel Source
13:38 Carbohydrate Metabolism and Obesity in Dogs
19:59 The Role of Insulin in Regulating Blood Sugar Levels
23:21 Carbohydrate Metabolism and Diabetes in Dogs
25:18 Carbohydrate Metabolism and Cancer in Dogs
29:38 The Potential Benefits of Low-Carbohydrate Diets for Dogs
Our hosts are not veterinarians. Please consult your veterinarian for all health-related matters and concerns regarding your pet. This episode was originally recorded in May 2024.
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Tune into what we think are the four most important things dog-owners should know and remember about nutritionally-mediated canine dilated cardiomyopathy as of the spring of 2024. As with any topic that is still being investigated by the scientific community, knowledge about the subject changes as time passes and new evidence comes to light. And we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest developments. But as of today, there are four specific things that are particularly important to remember in order to make good health and nutrition decisions on behalf of your dog.
This podcast serves as a companion piece to an upcoming article that will be released on the KetoNatural Pet Foods blog. It also stems from the DCM lawsuit we filed against Hill's Pet Nutrition, along with a cluster of affiliated individuals and organizations, in February of this year. Additionally, it highlights other research efforts we have undertaken to uncover fraud and other forms of misconduct related to the DCM scandal.
The FDA's complete statement concluding its investigation is featured in the video version of this podcast. It can be accessed, along with additional information about the investigation, on www.fda.gov.
Learn More: An Introduction to the Hill's-DCM Class Action Litigation
On February 6, 2024, KetoNatural filed the largest lawsuit in the history of the U.S. pet food industry. The suit alleges that Hill's Pet Nutrition and a cluster of affiliates fabricated the high-profile controversy over dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).
View Full Complaint here: https://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/legaldocs/dwpkezdowpm/KETONATURAL%20PET%20FOODS%20v%20HILLS%20PET%20NUTRITION%2020240206.pdf
Read our blog post here: https://ketonaturalpetfoods.com/blogs/news/an-introduction-to-the-hills-dcm-class-action-litigation?_pos=1&_sid=20646171f&_ss=r
For anyone who believes they have been harmed by the misconduct described in this suit, please contact Wolf Haldenstein offices.
Contact: burt@whafh.com, www.whafh.com
To submit questions for a Q&A or for any follow-up concerns, please email hello@feedyourdogfacts.com, or submit them via our website: www.feedyourdogfacts.com/contact
When domestic dogs are allowed to choose their diet, they instinctively seek out diets high in protein and fat. This mirrors their ancestral diet, as wolves tend to prefer diets consisting of 52% protein and 45% fat.
In this episode, we delve into these specific studies where dogs were empowered to self-select their own macronutrients, among other topics.
Mentioned Material:
New Yorker Article: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/10/02/is-an-all-meat-diet-what-nature-intended
Eat Like The Animals: What Nature Teaches Us About the Science of Healthy Eating: https://a.co/d/aQVTzUv
7:30 - What are the 3 macronutrients?
17:51 - Study References:
Have a question, concern, or food brand you want our hosts to review? Reach out to us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com.
In this episode, we discuss the WSAVA (World Small Animal Veterinary Association) Guidelines and how these guidelines, funded entirely by industry interests, are fundamentally broken.
Sources:
WSAVA Industry Partners: https://wsava.org/about/industry-partners/
WSAVA Nutritional Guidelines: https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/WSAVA-Nutrition-Assessment-Guidelines-2011-JSAP.pdf
WSAVA Guidelines on selecting pet food: https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Selecting-a-pet-food-for-your-pet-updated-2021_WSAVA-Global-Nutrition-Toolkit.pdf
33:42 "What do you think about raw diets?" If your vet doesn't respond in one of the two ways mentioned, email Dan directly at daniel@ketonaturalpetfoods.com. He'll cover the cost of your visit.
Do you have a question or comment about this episode? Feel free to reach out to us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com.
And we're back with another Label Review in our favorite mini-series! Our hosts tackle all claims made on a dog food brand's packaging and translate them into cold, hard pet nutrition facts.
This week, we're delving into Stella and Chewy's, a brand that prominently positions itself as a "raw or nothing" product line in its marketing language. But what narrative unfolds when we dissect the key ingredients, especially in products like their Cage-Free Chicken & Ancient Grains Kibble Recipe?
1:37: Cage-Free Chicken & Ancient Grains Recipe; Nutritional Content.
5:25: Protein to Carbohydrate Ratio Blog Post: Link to Blog Post
7:47: Cage-Free Chicken & Ancient Grains Recipe; Specific Ingredients
12:39: Stella and Chewy’s Marketing
18:44: What is a “Raw Blend”?
26:02: Chewy’s Chicken Freeze-Dried Raw Dinner Patties
36:49: Cost of kibble product
37:30: Episode Recap
In this episode, we tackle the subject of 'Ingredient Splitting,' exploring its impact on dog food labels and providing examples of what ingredient splitting looks like.
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We're excited to bring back our much-loved "Label Review" series! Our hosts tackle all claims made on Orijen’s packaging and translate them into cold, hard pet nutrition facts.
Ever wondered about the true meaning behind terms like "Fresh or Raw” ingredients? And what about claims such as "85% Premium Animal Ingredients" – are they misleading or spot-on? Let's break down our ninth brand in our Label Review series - Orijen dry dog food.
Our popular "Label Review" series is back and tackles three big brands in the fresh dog food space - Ollie, Nom Nom, and The Farmer's Dog.
Having food cooked fresh for your dog and delivered to your door sounds appealing but what does "fresh" really mean"? How does it compare to dry dog food?
What are the big differences you should consider when looking at possibly switching to fresh dog food? Listen for all the answer and more!
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A new groundbreaking animal welfare organization has launched! Host Dan Schulof discusses his latest push to change the pet food industry, the Petfood Consumer Rights Council.
The PCRC founder's drive is officially live and welcomes the opportunity for any dog owner to be a voice of change. The organization was designed inside out to give equal voting power to all members by prohibiting donations from large organizations. It marks a needed change in the way animal non-profits are organized.
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Ready to join and make a difference? Donate or become a PCRC member today: https://bit.ly/ThePCRC
Questions about PCRC or want to know more? Email us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com
DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy) took over mainstream headlines beginning in 2018 that suggested a link between DCM and grain-free dog food. How and why did this link happen?
Hosts Dan and Jen break down the scientific cause of DCM, the nutritional side of this disease as well as the diagnosis criteria in dogs.
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The Feed Your Dog Facts podcast is wrapping 2022 with just under a year as a podcast! We have learned so much over these past few months, so hosts Dan and Jen decided to reflect on what topics really resonated with our listeners and why.
Plus we will dive into our plans for 2023 so stay tuned for more exciting topics on the facts and science on what to feed your dog!
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Every February for more than a century representatives of each and every AKC-recognized breed have duked it out at Westminster for the coveted title of "Best in Show." The Group and Best in Show rounds are broadcast nationwide and watched by millions of dog-lovers around the world.
But are the canine competitors in this high-end show ring overweight? We use a tool called "Body Condition Score" to determine that answer for Best in Show 2022 and other showrunner breeds!
BCS charts rely upon silhouette images and qualitative descriptions of a few canine body-parts (like the ribs, abdominal tuck, and spine) to guide their users to an approximation of how much fat is in their dog's body.
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View the visuals used extensively in this episode here!
https://bit.ly/westminster-bcs
Maybe you recently returned from the vet with your dog newly diagnosed with diabetes or are dedicated to preventing this chronic condition that afflicts 1 in every 100 dogs. Canine diabetes can be a scary ride - but you are not alone!
Hosts Dan and Jen break down the facts around canine diabetes including the challenges of managing diabetes, essential definitions, early signs of diabetes, risk factors, and so much more.
As always, we caution that neither of our hosts are veterinarians and it is essential to always work with your care team surrounding your dog's health.
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Have more questions about canine diabetes? Contact us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com
In this episode in our Label Review series we are reviewing Beneful Healthy Weight and weight loss foods for dogs overall.
How do they look? Are they effective in weight loss? What are the ingredients that surround the claims of weight loss for dogs?
Have a dog food brand you want our hosts to review? Email us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com
Being moderately overweight is worse for your dog than a lifetime of smoking. Yes, really. It is worth the time, effort, and changes to help your dog lose weight and achieve a healthy body composition. But what changes actually make a difference in having your dog drop those stubborn extra pounds?
Dan and Jen will review the top three methods to help canine weight loss: calorie restriction, carbohydrate restriction, and exercise along with their pros and cons. But moreover, which of these choices are the most effective to help lose fat and retain muscle mass?
We will also tackle common weight loss dry dog foods and how they are intended to work!
Visuals used in this episode:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BjsoVXfLwZVi2fih4kfk3OskDdZYHrcd/view?usp=sharing
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How do you know if your dog is too heavy, too skinny, or just right? The facts involve a little more than a number on the scale at your vet's office.
There are also some important health risks to understand if your is too obese. We'll also discuss how much different breeds weigh and how to tell if your dog is at a healthy weight.
Link to Body Condition Score Chart:
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2359/1523/files/Body-Condition-Scoring-Chart-For-Dogs-min.jpg?v=1614627563
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Is "keto" dog food good for your dog's health? What does "net carbs" mean on the packaging for Visionary Pet Foods kibble products? These questions and more are answered in this Label Review of Visionary Pet Foods!
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