This Episode is sponsored by Fig & Tyler

In Episode 2 of The Love, Dog Podcast, hosts Mark Drucker and Drew Webster interview internationally acclaimed canine nutritionist, Linda Case. Their conversation takes a deep dive into the most important topics related to feeding dogs, including the importance of feeding puppies a lean diet, the many different types of dog food available to pet parents and dog guardians, and the factors to consider when selecting dog food. The conversation also touches on the importance of managing weight, and the importance of adjusting diet as dogs age. As a Hot Topic, the hosts and guest discuss human food vs. pet food. They also discuss the current debate over grain-free diets, whether or not it’s ok to feed your dog chocolate, Et al.

Links From Episode

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2.   Linda Cases’s blog: thesciencedog.com

3.   Canine research: BSM Partners

Books by Linda Case: Dog Food Logic

Chapters

00:00     Podcast opens

04:12      Intro by Mark Drucker

07:28     Guest Introduction: Linda Case

9:38       Stages of Development and Feeding Dogs

18:40      Switching from Puppy to Adult Food

19:40      Feeding Large and Giant Breeds

25:00      Understanding Dog Food Options

26:40      Factors to Consider in Dog Food Selection

39:44      Different Types of Dog Food

47:37       Variety in Dog Food and Enjoyment

49:29       Essential Considerations in Dog Food Selection

51:50       Dealing with Obesity in Dogs

52:55       Managing Weight in Older Dogs

58:05        The Importance of Adjusting Diet as Dogs Age

01:00:33 The Connection Between Weight and Pain in Dogs

01:02:37 Feeding Dogs During Training and the Importance of Portion Control

01:07:39 Hot Topic: Human Food vs. Pet Food

01:12:53   The Debate Over Grain-Free Diets

01:21:48   Can your dog eat chocolate?

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