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 investigated by the scientific community, knowledge about the subject changes as time passes and new evidence comes to light. And we'll be sure to keep you updated with the latest developments. But as of today, there are four specific things that are particularly important to remember in order to make good health and nutrition decisions on behalf of your dog. This podcast s ..read more

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 dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).  View Full Complaint here: https://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/legaldocs/dwpkezdowpm/KETONATURAL%20PET%20FOODS%20v%20HILLS%20PET%20NUTRITION%2020240206.pdf Read our blog post here: https://ketonaturalpetfoods.com/blogs/news/an-introduction-to-the-hills-dcm-class-action-litigation?_pos=1&_sid=20646171f&_ss=r For anyone who ..read more

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 episode, we delve into these specific studies where dogs were empowered to self-select their own macronutrients, among other topics. Mentioned Material: New Yorker Article: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/10/02/is-an-all-meat-diet-what-nature-intended Eat Like The Animals: What Nature Teaches Us About the Science of Healthy Eating: https://a.co/d/aQVTzUv 7:30 - Wh ..read more

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 this episode? Feel free to reach out to us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com ..read more

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 ..read more

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 terms like "Fresh or Raw” ingredients? And what about claims such as "85% Premium Animal Ingredients" – are they misleading or spot-on? Let's break down our ninth brand in our Label Review series - Orijen dry dog food.  ..read more

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 but what does "fresh" really mean"? How does it compare to dry dog food? What are the big differences you should consider when looking at possibly switching to fresh dog food? Listen for all the answer and more! ====== Visual used in this episode:  https://t.ly/PcPBN ====== Have an idea for a future Feed Your Dog Facts episode? Email us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com ..read more

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 welcomes the opportunity for any dog owner to be a voice of change. The organization was designed inside out to give equal voting power to all members by prohibiting donations from large organizations. It marks a needed change in the way animal non-profits are organized. ============== Ready to join and make a difference? Donate or become a PCRC member today: https ..read more

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 DCM, the nutritional side of this disease as well as the diagnosis criteria in dogs.  ========= Link to key visuals discussed in this episode  shorturl.at/enxN2 Have a question or concern about DCM? Email us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com ..read more

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 with our listeners and why.  Plus we will dive into our plans for 2023 so stay tuned for more exciting topics on the facts and science on what to feed your dog! ======== Have a suggestion for a future episode topic? Email us at hello@feedyourdogfacts.com ..read more