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The Pet Nutrition Show, with Amanda and Dr Anna.Author: Amanda Falconer & Dr Anna Sutton
Small animal nutritionist Dr Anna Sutton, talks nutrition, food hacks, sustainable food and more, with researchers and vets from around the world and co-host Amanda Falconer. Together they explore the science of what's best, nutritionally, for our dogs and cats, as well as the planet. If you've ever wondered:If your dog or cat is good for you but not so good for the environmentIf kibble is bad and raw feeding is truly better How dogs and cats digestion really worksIf cats can go vegan and dogs can eat insectsAnd how you feed food scraps to your pets healthily...Then The Pet Nutrition Show is worth a listen. Each week, we talk to top academics, vets and other industry folk about the latest research in the lab, the latest food innovations on the market, and Dr Anna does food hack demos you can do right at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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What to feed your senior dog?
Episode 23
Thursday, 1 August, 2024
In this episode of the Pet Nutrition Show, Amanda and Dr. Anna Sutton dive into the nutritional needs of senior dogs.They discuss how aging affects brain and joint health, and highlight the importance of adjusting diet to maintain weight, muscle mass, and overall health.Key points include reducing calorie intake, increasing protein, managing oxidative stress with antioxidants, and ensuring proper hydration.The episode also touches on the importance of a balanced diet for joint health, managing multiple health conditions, and recognising nutritional deficiencies. Practical tips for enhancing digestion and maintaining dental health in senior dogs are also provided.00:00 Introduction to the Pet Nutrition Show00:39 Pet Q&A: Is Dementia Inevitable for Senior Dogs?01:51 Understanding Senior Dogs: Age and Nutritional Needs02:30 Key Nutritional Differences for Senior Dogs03:37 Managing Oxidative Stress in Senior Dogs04:35 Joint Health and Nutrition for Senior Dogs06:44 Weight Management Tips for Senior Dogs08:43 Digestive Health in Senior Dogs10:18 Hydration and Food Texture for Senior Dogs13:38 Special Diets and Nutritional Deficiencies16:08 Dental Health in Senior Dogs17:39 Home Food Hacks with Dr. AnnaJoin us in future episodes of the Pet Nutrition Show as we dig deeper into topics like the ideal protein content for pets, the importance of gut health, and the role of pet food in waste management. Let's create a sustainable and healthy future for our pets and the environment.Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to get updates or ask questions we can cover in future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
