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HYDRATION SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGING VOLUNTARY FLUID INTAKE IN CATS

Speakers: Sarah M. A. Caney, BVSc, PhD, DSAM (Feline), MRCVS

Resources

Homemade Pet Foods

Feeding Philosophies

Homemade Pet Foods

Homemade diets are perceived as healthier to some pet owners, but despite their draw, they may not be complete and balanced for healthy pets.

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6 min to 10 min

Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

Feeding Philosophies

Considerations When Feeding Raw Pet Food Diets

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

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1 min to 5 min

Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

Feeding Philosophies

Raw Meat-Based Diets: Current Evidence Regarding Benefits and Risks by Beth A. Hamper, DVM, PhD, DACVN

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

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11 min to 15 min

Determining a Client’s Nutritional "Readiness to Change"

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

Determining a Client’s Nutritional "Readiness to Change"

Understanding the stages of change can help you identify the right solution at the right time.

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1 min to 5 min

Creating Collaborative Care Through Nutrition Conversations Webinar

Nutrition Conversation Tips

Creating Collaborative Care Through Nutrition Conversations Webinar

To help you have nutrition conversations that build client trust, the Purina Institute invites you to watch this free webinar.

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20+ minutes

Raw Food Diets

Feeding Philosophies

Raw Food Diets

Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets — and people.

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6 min to 10 min

Using Open-Ended Questions to Elicit Accurate Nutrition Information

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

Using Open-Ended Questions to Elicit Accurate Nutrition Information

Getting accurate information is the first step toward creating a solid nutrition plan.

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1 min to 5 min

The Value of Nutrition Conversations

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

The Value of Nutrition Conversations

Talking about nutrition provides the best care for clients and benefits the clinic, too.

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1 min to 5 min

When to Start Having Nutrition Conversations

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

When to Start Having Nutrition Conversations

Every client visit is an opportunity to discuss the importance of good pet nutrition.

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1 min to 5 min

Alternative Proteins in Pet Food

Ingredients in Pet Food

Alternative Proteins in Pet Food

Alternative proteins, which are generally considered protein sources other than the traditional animal sources such as beef and chicken, are increasingly being utilized in both human and pet food. What are examples of alternative proteins, and why are they used in pet food?

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6 min to 10 min

Puppies and Adult Dogs: Feeding Treats

Treats & Supplements

Puppies and Adult Dogs: Feeding Treats

Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.

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1 min to 5 min

Fitting Nutrition Conversations Into Short Appointment Times

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment

Fitting Nutrition Conversations Into Short Appointment Times

How to talk about nutrition with clients without changing the team’s current workflow.

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1 min to 5 min