Monthly Archives: June 2019

FDA Update on Grain-free Diets and Heart Disease in Dogs

Posted on June 30, 2019 by skeptvet

The FDA has released a new update about the ongoing investigation into dogs developing the dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a serious heart disease, which appears to be associated with the use of grain-free or exotic protein diets. The agency has received … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 53 Comments

Happy 10th Blogiversary to Me!

Posted on June 12, 2019 by skeptvet

Hard to believe, but my first post, What is Open-Mindendess?, appeared June 4, 2009. Lots of things have changed in the ten years since I began this blog. My subjects and the tone of my writing are often different from … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 13 Comments

Should I Worry About Bacteria in My Pet’s Urine? Well, It Depends….

Posted on June 2, 2019 by skeptvet

Veterinarians and pet owners are highly motivated to find discrete, fixable problems when pets are unwell. Owners want the reassurance and sense of control that comes with knowing what the problem is and taking action. Vets want to help our … Continue reading →

Posted in Science-Based Veterinary Medicine | 3 Comments