A Dog Nutritionist on Dog Cancer Diets and More | Lindsey Bullen, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) #253

Today we dive deep into the world of veterinary nutrition with Dr. Lindsey Bullen, one of the few board-certified veterinary nutritionists in private practice. The right diet can make a significant difference in managing your dog’s cancer and overall health. Dr. Bullen shares her insights on home-cooked diets, the importance of diagnostics, cancer-specific dietary needs, and much more. Quotes: "Every single pet presents a puzzle, even if they have the same disease state." - Dr. Lindsey Bullen "Maintaining appetite and ensuring proper nutrition is critical for dogs with cancer." - Dr. Lindsey Bullen Related Resources: Find a board-certified veterinary nutritionist on the Vet Specialists website: https://www.vetspecialists.com/find-a-specialist Join our Facebook support group at https://www.dogcancer.com/support Your Voice Matters! If you have a question for our team, or if you want to share your own hopeful dog cancer story, we want to hear from you! Go to https://www.dogcancer.com/ask to submit your question or story, or call our Listener Line at +1 808-868-3200 to leave a question. Related Videos:            A keto diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfHTQEn8hC8 The best and worst foods for dogs with cancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAgObIOhEMg Can I prevent dog cancer with diet? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSYvdvyG6Vk Foods that help fight and prevent cancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gLCvvwSwjg What to feed a dog with cancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aitN0v9Uu4A Fight cancer through the gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbZFyCvriN8 Related Links: What does a veterinary nutritionist actually DO? https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diet-and-lifestyle/veterinary-nutritionists/ Reduce Cancer Risk Using Food: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/how-to-reduce-cancer-risk-using-food/ Guidelines for a Dog Cancer Diet: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diet-and-lifestyle/dog-cancer-diet/  Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction from Molly Jacobson 02:30 - Welcome Dr. Lindsay Bullen 04:30 - Cooking for Dogs: Perspectives and Considerations 06:00 - The Origins of Veterinary Nutrition as a Specialty 08:00 - Research in Performance Animals and Nutrition 09:00 - The Importance of Individualized Pet Nutrition 10:30 - Why Veterinary Nutrition Training is Lacking 11:30 - Encouraging More Nutrition Training in Veterinary Schools 12:30 - The Nutritionist's Role: When and How to Consult One 13:30 - The Challenges of Accessing Veterinary Nutritionists 15:00 - The Intake Process 16:30 - Blood Work and Urinalysis 18:00 - Reviewing Medical Records for Nutritional Planning 20:00 - Dietary History and Food Allergies 23:00 - Identifying and Managing Pet Allergies 24:30 - Dog Cancer Diets: Factors and Recommendations 26:00 - Examples: Managing Hemangiosarcoma and Lymphoma 28:00 - Importance of Protein, Fat, and Carbohydrates in Cancer Diets 30:00 - Cachexia and Its Impact on Appetite 32:00 - Using Drugs and Appetite Stimulants 33:30 - Enhancing the Deliciousness Factor in Dog Food 35:00 - Flexibility and Preferences 37:00 - Balancing Quality of Life and Nutrition 38:00 - Considerations for Home-Cooked Diets 40:00 - Challenges of Preparing Home-Cooked Diets 41:00 - Carbohydrates in Dog Diets: Myths and Facts 43:00 - The Role of Carbohydrates in Cancer Diets 44:00 - Future Discussions: Preventing Cancer with Diet 45:00 - Final Tips Get to know Dr. Lindsey Bullen, veterinary nutritionist: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/lindsey-bullen-dvm-dacvim-nutrition/ For more details, articles, podcast episodes, and quality education, go to the episode page: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices