Introduction to Senior Dog Nutrition Mini-Course
In our mini-course, Dr. Monica Tarantino, Dr. Lisa Lippman and Nikki RVT have teamed up to give you a comprehensive introduction to your senior dog's nutritional needs. They discuss topics such as protein needs, oxidative stress, taste receptor changes and nutritional management of common senior dog ailments.
Example Curriculum
Part 1- Basics to Senior Dog Nutrition
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- 1. Intro to Senior Dog Nutrition (2:13)
- 2. What Makes a 'Senior Dog' Different from an 'Adult Dog'? (9:15)
- 3. Caloric Needs of Senior Dogs (8:44)
- 4. Protein Requirements of Senior Dogs (2:38)
- 5. Digestion in Senior Dogs (8:35)
- 6. Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Senior Dogs (6:42)
- 7. Dental Chews in Senior Dogs (6:19)
- 8. Taste Receptors in Senior Dogs (8:49)
- 9. Hydration in Senior Dogs (4:12)
- 10. Types of Senior Diets (16:51)
Part 2- Geriatric and Disease Focused Nutrition
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- 1. Introduction to Geriatric Nutrition (2:26)
- 2. Nutritional Management of Kidney Disease (6:01)
- 3. Nutritional Management of Heart Disease (8:17)
- 4. Nutritional Management of Joints (8:20)
- 5. Nutritional Management of Cognitive Decline (3:35)
- 6. Nutritional Management of Cancer (15:22)
- 7. Concurrent Disease and Hospice Care (6:16)
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Disclaimer
This mini-course is for educational purposes only and is not personalized medical advice. The content is not meant to be complete or exhaustive or to be applicable to any specific pet’s medical condition. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian with any medical questions pertaining to your pet.