Blog
Writing on pet nutrition, longevity, and the evidence behind the noise.
An archive of long-form pieces — originally published between 2017 and 2019, preserved here with original reader discussion intact. New posts coming.
July 3, 2019
Dilated Cardiomyopathy and Grain-Free Diets: Thoughts on the FDA Update
A rational look at the FDA's investigation into grain-free diets and DCM in dogs — what the data shows, what it doesn't, and how to think about your pet's nutrition.
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April 17, 2018
Senior Dog Nutritional Requirements
What we actually know about feeding aging dogs — protein, calories, joint support, and the gap between marketing and evidence.
April 16, 2018
Dog Diabetes Diet
Diet strategies for diabetic dogs: fiber, carbohydrates, consistency, and what the evidence supports for blood sugar control.
January 1, 2017
Gluten-Free Diets for Dogs
Is gluten a real problem for dogs? What the science says about grain-free, gluten-free, and the marketing in between.