Can the right diet be medicine for a dog with cancer? This veterinary nutritionist says “yes.”
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
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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/
