

Resources

Renal & Urinary Disorders
Feline Idiopathic Cystitis: Nutritional Management
Feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) comprises 55–67% of feline lower urinary tract disease cases. FIC may cause significant morbidity and damage the human-animal bond, which may result in relinquishment of the cat or in elective euthanasia. Nutritional intervention—increasing water intake and feeding therapeutic urinary diets—plays a key role in FIC management.
20+ minutes

Renal & Urinary Disorders
Factors influencing urolithiasis in pets
Struvite and calcium oxalate (CaOx) are the most common uroliths in cats and dogs. What roles do the frequently considered factors of urine pH, diet, and urinary crystals play?
6 min to 10 min
Nutrition Conversation Tips
Volume 8: Communication in Veterinary Medicine
Uncover tips and tricks for successful nutritional conversations from leading experts in communication and nutrition.
16 min to 20 min

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
Why the Veterinary Team Is the Best Source for Nutrition Information
Encouraging clients to turn to the veterinary team for their pet’s specific nutrition needs.
1 min to 5 min

Body Condition Assessment
The Purina Body Condition System
In this brief video, Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), provides us with an overview of this practical tool, used by veterinary professionals, for assessing and monitoring the body condition of dogs and cats.
1 min to 5 min

Renal & Urinary Disorders
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Health
In this brief video, Michael (Mike) T. Robbins, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how nutrition recommendations can play a critical role in supporting lower urinary tract health in cats, from encouraging hydration to choosing the right therapeutic diet.
1 min to 5 min
Nutrients
Volume 10: Applications of Fatty Acid Metabolism
Learn more about how specific fatty acids impact skin health, the role of omega-3 fatty acids in managing osteoarthritis, and the benefits of MCTs in supporting cognitive function.
16 min to 20 min
Senior Cat, Senior Dog
Volume 11: Healthy Aging
Discover expert insights on healthy aging, including the concept of biological age, nutritional management of sarcopenia, and considerations for digestive health for senior pets.
16 min to 20 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Volume 3: Putting Microbiome Science into Practice
Understand how changes in the microbiome can influence management of chronic enteropathy and what tools can positively impact case management, such as diet trials and fecal microbiota transfer.
16 min to 20 min

Ingredients in Pet Food
The nutritional benefit of including organs in dog and cat food
Pet owners often ask veterinary health care providers why organs are included in pet food. There are nutritional advantages to including organs, and utilizing organs in dog and cat food is also beneficial for the environment.
6 min to 10 min

Ingredients in Pet Food
Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) in pet food
Although medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) do not supply essential fatty acids and thus should not be the only dietary fat source in pet food, 1 studies show supplementing MCTs in the diet can provide health benefits to some dogs.
6 min to 10 min

Feeding Management
Feeding the finicky feline
Encouraging picky cats to eat can be frustrating for veterinary health care providers and pet owners alike. Managing medical conditions and stress and implementing strategies to improve food intake can help finicky felines meet their energy and nutrient needs. These strategies apply to hospitalized cats and cats in a home environment.
6 min to 10 min