Monthly Archives: June 2018

Dietary Carbohydrates are NOT “Toxic” to Cats

Posted on June 19, 2018 by skeptvet

Folks who are critical of commercial pet foods or advocates for raw diets and other alternatives often rail against the evils of carbohydrates. The idea that dietary carbs cause disease is a central thesis of the recent “Truth About Pet … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 31 Comments

Tramadol for Pain in Dogs and Cats

Posted on June 6, 2018 by skeptvet

Introduction Awareness of the importance of analgesia for veterinary patients has increased significantly over the last couple of decades. It is widely considered important, for medical and ethical reasons, to provide effective pain relief for dogs and cats, whether their … Continue reading →

Posted in Science-Based Veterinary Medicine | 11 Comments