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Season 1

Sept. 20, 2024

How to Talk to Your Veterinarian About Nutritional Topics

In this episode of Feed Your Dog Facts, hosts Alexis Malone and Daniel Schulof dive into how you can confidently talk to your veterinarian about nutrition. We explore potential biases in veterinary advice, especially when it ...

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Aug. 10, 2024

Synthetic Vitamins: Are They Unhealthy For Your Dog?

It's FYFD Friday! Join us as we dive into the topic of synthetic vitamins and their impact on your dog's health. We'll explore what 'healthy' really means, examining both acute deficiency diseases and chronic conditions. We'l...

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July 12, 2024

What Dog-Owners Need to Know About Carbohydrate Metabolism: Why All D…

Happy Feed Your Dog Facts Friday! In this episode, you'll discover how dogs metabolize carbohydrates to draw energy and learn about the crucial role of carbohydrate metabolism in maintaining overall health and preventing dise...

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April 12, 2024

The Four Essentials of Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) in 2024

Tune into what we think are the four most important things dog-owners should know and remember about nutritionally-mediated canine dilated cardiomyopathy as of the spring of 2024. As with any topic that is still being investi...

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March 12, 2024

“Science Did That”: An Introduction to the Hill’s-DCM Class Action Li…

On February 6, 2024, KetoNatural filed the largest lawsuit in the history of the U.S. pet food industry. The suit alleges that Hill's Pet Nutrition and a cluster of affiliates fabricated the high-profile controversy over dila...

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Feb. 3, 2024

What Macronutrients Do Dogs Self-Select?

When domestic dogs are allowed to choose their diet, they instinctively seek out diets high in protein and fat. This mirrors their ancestral diet, as wolves tend to prefer diets consisting of 52% protein and 45% fat. In this ...

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Jan. 13, 2024

What's Wrong With WSAVA's Guidelines?

In this episode, we discuss the WSAVA (World Small Animal Veterinary Association) Guidelines and how these guidelines, funded entirely by industry interests, are fundamentally broken. Do you have a question or comment about t...

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Dec. 23, 2023

Label Review #8: Stella and Chewy's

And we're back with another Label Review in our favorite mini-series! Our hosts tackle all claims made on a dog food brand's packaging and translate them into cold, hard pet nutrition facts. This week is Stella and Chewy's wh...

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Nov. 17, 2023

Ingredient Splitting

In this episode, we tackle the subject of "Ingredient Splitting," exploring its impact on dog food labels and the information pet owners need to make informed choices for their companion animals.

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Sept. 22, 2023

Label Review #7: Orijen Pet Foods

We're excited to bring back our much-loved "Label Review" series! Our hosts tackle all claims made on Orijen’s packaging and translate them into cold, hard pet nutrition facts. Ever wondered about the true meaning behind term...

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Jan. 19, 2023

Label Review #6: Ollie, Nom Nom, and The Farmer's Dog

Our popular "Label Review" series is back and tackles three big brands in the fresh dog food space - Ollie, Nom Nom, and The Farmer's Dog. Having food cooked fresh for your dog and delivered to your door sounds appealing …

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Jan. 5, 2023

Introducing the Petfood Consumer Rights Council

A new groundbreaking animal welfare organization has launched! Host Dan Schulof discusses his latest push to change the pet food industry, the Petfood Consumer Rights Council. The PCRC founder's drive is officially live and w...

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Dec. 21, 2022

DCM in Dogs 101

DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy) took over mainstream headlines beginning in 2018 that suggested a link between DCM and grain-free dog food. How and why did this link happen? Hosts Dan and Jen break down the scientific cause of D...

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Dec. 8, 2022

2022 Wrap Up and What's Next for FYDF

The Feed Your Dog Facts podcast is wrapping 2022 with just under a year as a podcast! We have learned so much over these past few months, so hosts Dan and Jen decided to reflect on what topics really resonated …

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Nov. 22, 2022

Are Westminster Showrunners and Winners Overweight?

Every February for more than a century representatives of each and every AKC-recognized breed have duked it out at Westminster for the coveted title of "Best in Show." The Group and Best in Show rounds are broadcast nationwi...

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Nov. 10, 2022

Diabetes in Dogs 101

Maybe you recently returned from the vet with your dog newly diagnosed with diabetes or are dedicated to preventing this chronic condition that afflicts 1 in every 100 dogs. Canine diabetes can be a scary ride - but you are …

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Oct. 20, 2022

Label Review #5: Purina Beneful Healthy Weight Dry Dog Food

In this episode in our Label Review series we are reviewing Beneful Healthy Weight and weight loss foods for dogs overall. How do they look? Are they effective in weight loss? What are the ingredients that surround the claims...

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Oct. 7, 2022

How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight

Being moderately overweight is worse for your dog than a lifetime of smoking. Yes, really. It is worth the time, effort, and changes to help your dog lose weight and achieve a healthy body composition. But what changes actual...

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Sept. 22, 2022

How Heavy Should My Dog Be?

How do you know if your dog is too heavy, too skinny, or just right? The facts involve a little more than a number on the scale at your vet's office. There are also some important health risks to understand …

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Sept. 8, 2022

Label Review #4: Visionary Pet Foods

Is "keto" dog food good for your dog's health? What does "net carbs" mean on the packaging for Visionary Pet Foods kibble products? These questions and more are answered in this Label Review of Visionary Pet Foods! Have a dog...

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Aug. 25, 2022

Do Dogs Need Carbs? The Evidence

Our "Mythbusters" style episode breaks down common misconceptions around how dogs can have or even need carbs because they have evolved to eat them. That doesn't mean it is the best choice for their health so we break down th...

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Aug. 11, 2022

Label Review #3: Hills Prescription Diet Dog Food and Dog Diabetes

We are talking facts on dog diabetes and reviewing the packaging and science behind one of the top prescribed dog food for diabetic dogs - Hills Prescription W/D. Have a dog food brand you want our hosts to review? Email …

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July 28, 2022

Carbs Make Dogs Fat: The Evidence

Obesity is the most common preventable disease in dogs in North America. The scientific evidence all points to one thing...when dogs are fed more carbs, they gain more weight. Peer-reviewed studies have linked carbohydrate co...

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July 14, 2022

More Vets Smoke Camels #2: What Do Vets Learn About Pet Nutrition?

Veterinary colleges prep future veterinarians in a lot of areas - including how to recommend food products to pet owners. But courses and the pathway to pet nutrition is loaded with bias from "Big Kibble" brands and we will g...

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