{"id":9011,"date":"2023-10-18T14:42:47","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T14:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9011"},"modified":"2023-10-18T14:42:47","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T14:42:47","slug":"pet-nutrition-part-ii-the-truth-about-pet-diet-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-nutrition-part-ii-the-truth-about-pet-diet-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Nutrition | Part II: The Truth about Pet Diet Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9017 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/5-1.png\" alt=\"dog eating out of white food bowl, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/5-1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/5-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you haven\u2019t read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-nutrition-part-i-understanding-whats-in-your-pets-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Part I<\/a> of this blog, we encourage you to do so to learn more about different pet nutritional needs and selecting your pet\u2019s diet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here in Part II of this blog, Dr. Adams shares her honest, professional opinion on popular pet diets. You can watch Dr. Adams\u2019 Facebook Live video to learn more or review the summary below.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F631014245855816%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Current Pet Diet Trends<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Before deciding on a diet for your pet, it is vital to do your research. Online, look for trustworthy sources such as veterinary clinics or veterinary colleges (as they\u2019re often the ones conducting studies on pet nutrition.) You should also consult with your family veterinarian. They can make referrals to a board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW174750343 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174750343 BCX8\">\u00ae<\/span><\/span> as needed.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are considering non-kibble or canned diets for your pet, please be aware of the following information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9024 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/6.png\" alt=\"raw food diet, dog eating raw meat, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/6.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/6-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW29377638 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29377638 BCX8\">Raw Diets<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW29377638 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">The biggest challenge with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/get-the-skinny-on-raw-food-diets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">raw diets <\/a><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">is that <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">veterinary research has NOT found<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\"> any proven benefit to feeding a raw diet over a commercial diet <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">(kibble or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">non-raw <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110791709 BCX8\">canned food).\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\">Instead, s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\">tudies have found <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\">several <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\">negatives<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106953197 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW106953197 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Raw foods, including freeze-dried, have nutrient deficiencies\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Even raw foods with appropriate nutrient composition can be contaminated with harmful bacteria like salmonella \u2013 which is dangerous to both pets and humans!<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/animal-health-literacy\/get-facts-raw-pet-food-diets-can-be-dangerous-you-and-your-pet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">FDA website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> has a whole page focused on raw foods and pets, including resources and studies.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0a7\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9642],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0a7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s important to note that the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avma.org\/resources-tools\/avma-policies\/raw-or-undercooked-animal-source-protein-cat-and-dog-diets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) does not support raw diets.<\/span><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> In addition, most<\/span><\/b> <b><span data-contrast=\"none\">veterinary professionals don\u2019t recommend them.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9019 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/8.png\" alt=\"homecooked diet, chicken cooking, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/8.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/8-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW101958252 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101958252 BCX8\">Home<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101958252 BCX8\">made<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101958252 BCX8\"> Diets<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW101958252 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some pet owners feel they can\u2019t trust what\u2019s in packaged pet food, so they prefer to cook their pet\u2019s food themselves to give their pets the best. This is certainly an admirable goal, but the challenge is in doing it right! Consider the following:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Most recipes for homemade diets, that are not formulated by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW78458881 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78458881 BCX8\">\u00ae<\/span><\/span>, do not contain the appropriate breakdown of nutrients<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> such as fat, protein, vitamins, and\/or minerals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">There isn\u2019t evidence that homemade diets provide a strong benefit, especially for an otherwise healthy pet.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are determined to provide homemade meals as your pet\u2019s primary source of nutrition, it\u2019s important to work closely with a veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW78458881 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78458881 BCX8\">\u00ae <\/span><\/span>to ensure you are providing the correct nutrients in every meal.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9020 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/9.png\" alt=\"dog, veterinary exam, veterinarian, stethoscope, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/9.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/9-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW177730402 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177730402 BCX8\">BEG (Boutique\/Exotic\/Grain-free) Diets<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW177730402 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW132235195 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132235195 BCX8\">A lot of owners <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132235195 BCX8\">may<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132235195 BCX8\"> choose a grain-free diet for their pet because they believe that their pet has an allergy to gluten or a grain allergy. The reality is that<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132235195 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW132235195 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Research does not support that dogs or cats are in any way sensitive to gluten, nor that eating gluten is harmful to their health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pet owners may believe that gluten and grains are responsible for their pet\u2019s itchiness. However, food allergies are usually to the protein in the food \u2013 not the grain. If your pet is scratching, rubbing on furniture, licking its feet, or has recurrent anal gland issues or ear infections, consult with your family veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary dermatologist about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/managing-the-cause-of-your-pets-itch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">allergy testing or a food trial<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">T<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">he <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">more concerning <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">issue about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">BEG<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\"> diets is that studies <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">are showing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\"> a <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW202765441 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-grain-free-dog-food-and-heart-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW202765441 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">link between <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">them<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">, a type of heart disease<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\"> that can lead to abnormal and life-threatening arrhythmias.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\">The following<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202765441 BCX8\"> is what we currently know.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The link between BEG diets and DCM is not fully understood, but it is suspected to be related to the primary carbohydrate source \u2013 primarily peas, lentils, or potatoes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">DCM was previously recognized as a genetic condition in certain large and giant breeds of dogs and was rarely found in small and medium-sized dogs. However, since BEG diets became popular, DCM cases have cropped up across all different sizes of pets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/outbreaks-and-advisories\/fda-investigation-potential-link-between-certain-diets-and-canine-dilated-cardiomyopathy#:~:text=In%20July%202018%2C%20the%20FDA%20announced%20that%20it,in%20the%20ingredient%20list%2C%20before%20vitamins%20and%20minerals%29.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">FDA<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/outbreaks-and-advisories\/fda-investigation-potential-link-between-certain-diets-and-canine-dilated-cardiomyopathy?fbclid=IwAR3jqN3o7sLuLQBJLmFe8Bcl8FYBjnGrnmp3DrJs9mXr8KUdG8afgQTLweg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tufts University<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> websites have a great breakdown of studies surrounding BEG diets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your pet is on a grain-free diet, please speak to your family veterinarian about other options. The risk of fatal heart disease is not to be taken lightly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Of course, most pet parents want what\u2019s best for their pets, but the BEG diets mentioned above can have very negative repercussions for your pet\u2019s health. Fortunately, studies have found that many pets who acquire DCM while on a BEG diet regain their heart health once they are eating a commercial diet. However, some pets\u2019 disease process will not reverse, even after they are no longer eating a BEG diet.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9021 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/10.png\" alt=\"spoon full of supplements, pet supplements, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/10.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/10-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW194296891 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW194296891 BCX8\">Supplements for Pets<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW194296891 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">There are thousands of supplemental products out there for our pets! <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">The truth is \u2013 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">if your pet is eating a well-formulated, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">complete<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\"> and balanced diet, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">they <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">don&#8217;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\"> need <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">supplements<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37439786 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW37439786 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW49129443 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW49129443 BCX8\">Now, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW49129443 BCX8\">two <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW49129443 BCX8\">popular types of<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW49129443 BCX8\">supplements that pet parents are discussing are:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW49129443 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW253142986 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253142986 BCX8\">Probiotics<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">While probiotics may not provide significant health benefits, they can be helpful for pets with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. However, not all probiotic products are effective. A study evaluating 25 veterinary probiotics found that only four contained the labeled ingredients, and only two were effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many of these products are prescription-only, so you\u2019ll need to consult with your veterinarian. They can help you determine which one will be most effective for your pet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW180453604 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW180453604 BCX8\">Omega-3<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW180453604 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">Research has proven<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\"> that<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW221569329 BCX8\">dogs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\"> benefit from<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\"> Omega-3 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">fatty acids <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">for joint disease. As mentioned in Part I of this blog, omega-3s can help slow <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">the progression of arthritis in dogs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\"> so they are great for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">pets with<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">arthritis or large breed dogs who are at risk of developing mobility issues<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221569329 BCX8\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW221569329 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;1a18a656-9e38-4933-b916-a5599df9a1e7|52&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[469775450,&quot;oypena&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;oypena&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">When it comes to<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">supplements, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> important to rely on scientific evidence and consult with your veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW78458881 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78458881 BCX8\">\u00ae<\/span><\/span> before <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">giving<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">to your pet. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">Despite marketing claims, most supplements <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">likely provide<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> little benefit, and some may even have <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">harmful ingredients<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">You can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">utilize<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW212795198 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerlab.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW212795198 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Consumer Lab<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> to learn more about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">what\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> in specific veterinary (and human!) supplements and vitamins. Always be <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">informed before making any decisions<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW212795198 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9022 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/11.png\" alt=\"dog, CBD oil, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/11.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/11-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW90161636 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90161636 BCX8\">CBD Products<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW90161636 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;1a18a656-9e38-4933-b916-a5599df9a1e7|52&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[469775450,&quot;oypena&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;oypena&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">Although CBD products are gaining popularity as more states legalize marijuana, dosages<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">aren\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> standardized<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">There is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">not a lot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> of veterinary research on the benefits o<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">f these products<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> for pets. Without researc<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">h, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\">we lack<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"oypena\"> scientific or medical evidence to support or refute the use of pet-specific CBD products. Our best advice is to consult with your veterinarian.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW142040228 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9023 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/12.png\" alt=\"veterinarian holding cat, pet nutrition, pet health, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/12.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/12-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As always, be open and honest with your family veterinarian or board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW78458881 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78458881 BCX8\">\u00ae<\/span><\/span> when choosing your pet\u2019s diet, supplements, or any other products. Allow an expert to walk you through whether or not this diet\/supplement\/product will be able to achieve your goals for your pet\u2019s health.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are looking for a board-certified veterinary nutritionist<span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW78458881 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78458881 BCX8\">\u00ae<\/span><\/span> in the Twin Cities area, ask your family veterinarian for a referral or ask about a consultation with Dr. Churchill at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fvmc.umn.edu%2Fservices%2Fnutrition%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1U2GjAwvFjTRbMIU1AYOQSm3OihiBIZQLDjUqxazMDUeMyr6ul_UguvAc&amp;h=AT0LR1jILPgKhFIuunfUn_CdP2HHupw-yQU7r0S7Ce-HjXbW3TO2CX_n8s3sM1qpFAH7wAg1uS1LN6xaVwA-nfRRLAU1Iq3d9Uoq9_Klkc7atVK-pAMv65B78-l2SL4LADNh&amp;__tn__=R%5d-R&amp;c%5b0%5d=AT1ebmO0iZmhXlGRsjMw3tiWfDt8pu5FPrdbKTKekAHreSBNL4xRLnJhbSjIBhKSM-1XVvUtXrkmurHMF9M3n9dgiaG2O2pz_DQR2Tez2F8TWNJfW9kFm_g_QfNFzCMk1olO4IiJlbswlzdbvLjTSQcyU6xeE0b7vZN2rCUdLasELjXl3dM2Y7oMAG7onYbjmnRUxPnAAq5uziNT0e1oLT0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">University of Minnesota<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. View the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/acvn.org\/?fbclid=IwAR2-oEHpyRzz8p7RVoD01u9hqC66Wkwtn2iHBOA7QEz32JGaWpbPIOxaSWw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">American College of Veterinary Nutrition<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for a board-certified veterinary nutritionist near you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">More Reading:<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-grain-free-dog-food-and-heart-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What You Need to Know About Grain Free Dog Food and Heart Disease<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (From Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\u2019s Dr. Rose, DACVIM (Cardiology))<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/6-things-you-should-know-about-pet-nutrition-part-i\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">6 Things You Should Know About Your Pet\u2019s Nutrition<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (From Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota\u2019s Dr. Thell, an emergency veterinarian)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/outbreaks-and-advisories\/fda-investigation-potential-link-between-certain-diets-and-canine-dilated-cardiomyopathy?fbclid=IwAR3jqN3o7sLuLQBJLmFe8Bcl8FYBjnGrnmp3DrJs9mXr8KUdG8afgQTLweg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Diet Associated with DCM<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (From Tufts University: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vetnutrition.tufts.edu\/2019\/12\/pet-food-decisions-how-do-you-pick-your-pets-food\/?fbclid=IwAR0D1gK0vs1FsF007-Dj6oVA1w1FPj23AmoN68pGHOdq7g3HPCUKR4Dx11c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pet Food Decisions<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (From Tufts University: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Information provided by Rachael Adams, DVM and Cassie Panning BS, CVT, VTS (Nutrition).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7548 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png\" alt=\"Animal Emergency &amp; 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You can watch Dr. Adams\u2019 Facebook Live video to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9015,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[17,1988,1989,1990,1786,1991,1992,451,1985,66,452,456,1993],"class_list":["post-9011","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-animal-emergency-referral-center-of-minnesota","tag-beg-diets","tag-boutique-diets","tag-cbd-products-for-pets","tag-grain-free-diets","tag-homecooked-diets","tag-homemade-diets","tag-pet-diet","tag-pet-food","tag-pet-health","tag-pet-nutrition","tag-raw-food-diets","tag-supplements-for-pets"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Pet Nutrition | Part II: The Truth about Pet Diet Trends<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dr. Adams, an emergency vet, weighs the benefits and risks of current pet diet trends, as well as supplements and CBD products for pets.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-nutrition-part-ii-the-truth-about-pet-diet-trends\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Pet Nutrition | Part II: The Truth about Pet Diet Trends\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Dr. Adams, an emergency vet, weighs the benefits and risks of current pet diet trends, as well as supplements and CBD products for pets.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-nutrition-part-ii-the-truth-about-pet-diet-trends\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Animal Emergency &amp; 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