Should your dog or cat really be eating that? Nutrition for Dogs and Cats: Facts, Myths, and What Really Matters

This week on Dr. A for Animals, we’re diving into one of the most confusing — and controversial — topics in pet care: nutrition for dogs and cats. With endless advice online and shelves full of foods claiming to be “natural,” “grain-free,” “human-grade,” or “ancestral,” how do pet owners know what’s actually healthy?Joining me is Dr. Amy Farcas, a board-certified veterinary nutritionist to help break down the science behind pet food and separate facts from marketing hype.In this episode, we discuss:What truly makes a diet healthy and balancedThe differences between large pet food companies and boutique brandsCommon myths about ingredients and how to interpret pet food labelsThe pros and cons of homemade dietsThe evidence, concerns, and controversies surrounding raw feedingWhether you feed kibble, canned, homemade, raw, or a combination, this episode is designed to help you make informed, evidence-based decisions for your pets!Resources:World Small Animal Veterinary Association Nutrition GuidelinesVeterinaryNutritionCare.com/signupBalance.itpetdiets.comvetspecialists.com