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The Consult RoomAuthor: The Consult Room
The Consult Room is the podcast that explores the evolving world of modern pet care. Hosted by vet surgeon Dr Paul Manktelow, each episode dives into the key issues shaping the lives of pets and the people who love them. Whether you're looking for deeper insight into modern veterinary healthcare, curious about the pet care industry, or simply passionate about animal welfare, The Consult Room brings clarity, compassion, and real-world expertise to the conversation. Visit www.theconsultroom.co.uk or get in touch at hello@theconsultroom.co.uk. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Pet Food Facts vs Fads - with Cat the Vet
Wednesday, 3 December, 2025
In this episode of The Consult Room, I’m joined by Cat Henstridge, better known online as Cat the Vet, to unpack one of the most confusing areas of pet care: nutrition.From raw and grain-free diets to vegan and insect-based foods, we explore how pet owners can separate facts from fads in an industry filled with marketing, misinformation, and social media noise. Cat shares her insights as one of the UK’s most trusted veterinary voices online, tackling myths head-on and highlighting what really matters when it comes to feeding our pets well.Together, we discuss the science behind balanced diets, the rise of pet obesity, the ethics of feeding trends, and how vets can communicate more openly about nutrition without fear of backlash.In This Episode:Why pet food myths spread so easily onlineThe truth about raw, grain-free, and vegan dietsHow marketing and “fear-based” ads influence pet ownersThe importance of complete and balanced nutritionWhy affordability and access must be part of the nutrition debateWhat to look for on pet food packagingHow to spot misinformation on social mediaKey Takeaways:Nutrition is a science - not a trendFear-based marketing undermines trust in vetsComplete and balanced diets can be found at all price pointsSocial media has amplified myths about “natural” and “premium” feedingVets need to be braver and more open when talking about pet dietsResources and More Info:🌐 Visit theconsultroom.co.uk for more pet health advice and podcast episodes🐾 Follow @DrPaulTheVet for expert insights and updates📱 Follow @CatTheVet for myth-busting pet content📚 Learn more about pet nutrition at wsava.org/nutrition-toolkit🎙️ Enjoyed the episode? FollowThe Consult Room wherever you get your podcasts.
