If you've ever wondered:
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If you've ever wondered:
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In this episode of the Pet Nutrition Show, Amanda and Dr. Anna Sutton dive into the nutritional needs of senior dogs.
They discuss how aging affects brain and joint health, and highlight the importance of adjusting diet to maintain weight, muscle mass, and overall health.
Key points include reducing calorie intake, increasing protein, managing oxidative stress with antioxidants, and ensuring proper hydration.
The episode also touches on the importance of a balanced diet for joint health, managing multiple health conditions, and recognising nutritional deficiencies. Practical tips for enhancing digestion and maintaining dental health in senior dogs are also provided.
00:00 Introduction to the Pet Nutrition Show
00:39 Pet Q&A: Is Dementia Inevitable for Senior Dogs?
01:51 Understanding Senior Dogs: Age and Nutritional Needs
02:30 Key Nutritional Differences for Senior Dogs
03:37 Managing Oxidative Stress in Senior Dogs
04:35 Joint Health and Nutrition for Senior Dogs
06:44 Weight Management Tips for Senior Dogs
08:43 Digestive Health in Senior Dogs
10:18 Hydration and Food Texture for Senior Dogs
13:38 Special Diets and Nutritional Deficiencies
16:08 Dental Health in Senior Dogs
17:39 Home Food Hacks with Dr. Anna
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