329 - Chicken and Rice Isn’t Enough: Puppy and Kitten GI Upset

In this episode, Dr. Andy Roark sits down with Dr. Camille Torres, a boarded veterinary nutritionist and associate professor at Colorado State University, to tackle one of the most common concerns with young pets: puppy and kitten gastrointestinal issues. They walk through a real-life case involving a nine-week-old kitten with diarrhea and discuss how to manage soft stools, dehydration risks, nutritional transitions, and client communication during these early, critical weeks. Dr. Torres shares her practical approach to handling GI upsets in young patients, how to choose highly digestible diets that support growth, and ways to engage pet owners in nutritional care without derailing treatment plans. If you're a veterinary professional looking for guidance on puppy and kitten diarrhea, feeding recommendations, highly digestible diets, and client communication strategies, this episode is packed with practical tips you can use in the clinic today.This episode is brought to you by Hill's Pet Nutrition!Hill's Pet NutritionHill's Veterinary AcademyPet Obesity Prevention OrganizationDr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training CourseDr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training CourseDr. Andy Roark SwagAll LinksAbout the Guest:Dr. Camille Torres is a board-certified veterinary nutritionist dedicated to optimizing pet health through nutrition. She earned her DVM from Colorado State University in 2001, later achieving diplomate status with both the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Canine & Feline) and the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition). Her passion for preventive care led her to focus on obesity management and the impact of nutrition on disease prevention.Outside of work, Dr. Torres enjoys the great outdoors in Colorado with her husband, two sons, and their furry family—two cats, a Yorkiepoo, and a French Bulldog.