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Evidence Update-Most Homemade Cancer Diets for Dogs are Inadequate

Posted on January 7, 2013 by skeptvet

I have often discussed the problems with homemade pet diets, which are frequently recommended in books and websites that complain about commercial food or proclaim some magic method for preventing or curing disease. Raw diets, grain free diets, and other … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 61 Comments

Dog Cancer Expert Steven Eisen: Bad Advice from an Unreliable Source (restored)

Posted on July 31, 2012 by skeptvet

The direct quotations from Dr. Eisen’s web sites were temporarily removed pending the outcome of a DMCA copyright complaint. Since no legal action was taken during the 14-day waiting period mandated under the DMCA, the original quotations have been restored. … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 12 Comments

Raw, Cooked, and Dry Cat Diets–A New Study Examined

Posted on March 13, 2012 by skeptvet

The debate about raw diets for pets is an ongoing “hot button” topic in veterinary circles. There is also a less heated but still vigorous debate about cat nutrition in particular and what form and composition constitutes the optimal diet … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 18 Comments

Dry Pet Food and Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats

Posted on October 17, 2011 by skeptvet

One of the most common diseases in cats and dogs that I see in practice is dental disease. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, by three years of age 70-80% of dogs and cats will have signs of oral … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 19 Comments

Integrating Myths and Nonsense with Standard Advice for Allergic Pets

Posted on September 19, 2011 by skeptvet

I hear a lot of claims from clients about the cause and treatment of their pets’ allergies that sound like myths or misunderstandings to me, and I expect that. Obviously, a huge part of my job is educating my clients. … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous CAVM | 16 Comments

Pet Food Nutrition Myths

Posted on July 15, 2009 by skeptvet

I’ve previously written an analysis of one of the most popular veterinary nutrition myths, the idea that cats and dogs should eat raw food. I was recently asked by one of my colleagues to address a couple of other veterinary … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 47 Comments