It’s no surprise that vegan diets have entered the world of pet foods. What began as an alternative and sustainable way of eating for people, is now being adopted - or considered at least - for dogs.

That being said, is vegan pet food healthy for your cats and dogs?

Here's a summary of our interview in the second episode of The Pet Nutrition Show, where we talk to Dr Andrew Knight, a veterinarian turned veterinary academic. He puts the cat right among the pigeons by advocating vegan diets for pets. In our interview, we explore the environmental and health benefits associated with feeding pets a vegan diet. 

This is a summary of the latest episode of The Pet Nutrition Show, where hosts Amanda and Dr. Anna dive into the topic of bladder health and urinary stones in pets. This common issue can be a source of frustration for pet owners, but understanding the underlying causes and potential solutions can make a big difference.

In this latest episode of The Pet Nutrition Show, we delve into crucial health issues concerning our furry friends—pancreatitis and liver disease. This is a summary of what we covered; understand these conditions better and get useful tips on managing them through diet and nutrition.

Atopic dermatitis is a major inflammatory skin condition that makes up 50% of all skin allergy diagnoses in dogs. The gut microbiome is made of a core microbial population that maintains intestinal function and communication between the gut-skin axis, keeping your dog's skin healthy. In this article, we look at the research in this area, and how pet parents can now improve the health of their dog’s skin with targeted probiotics. Using nutrition to address problematic skin, your dog’s itchy skin can be significantly improved, and in some cases, even prevented.

A healthy gut microbiome can reduce inflammation, boost the immune system, improve digestion, and even prevent anxiety and mood disorders. Probiotics can help prevent dysbiosis and restore balance within the gut microbiome. We explain how.

We answer the question: can dogs eat raw chicken? With a review of the pros and cons...and recommendations as to why gently cooked may actually be better than raw.

Obesity is currently one of the greatest health and welfare problems facing domestic cats around the world. 

But is there something about us, that makes cat fat? It turns out there is.We break down the insights from some interesting research to help you understand if you're going to have to 'work against type' to avoid ending up with a fat cat! 

If you’re feeding your cat raw, one of the common things you’re probably told is that cats are obligate carnivores, and so they should only eat meat.

Well, it’s true. Cats are obligate carnivores. But it’s not true that they should only eat meat.

If you ask your vet for advice about what to feed your cat, the answer is likely to be kibble. Say you want to feed raw – and you could have an argument on your hands. The Pet Girl helps us bust a few myths about what cats should eat. (And live longer.)