Clinical

What Nutrients are Essential for My Pet? – Clinical Nutrition Service at Cummings School

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While you will have heard us say “pets need nutrients, not ingredients,” what exactly are those essential nutrients? Here’s a breakdown of all of the essential nutrients in accordance with the  Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) that are required for foods to be called complete and balanced for adult and growing cats and … Read more

The Most Popular Holiday Foods…That Your Pet Should Avoid! – Clinical Nutrition Service at Cummings School

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Photo above: AdobeStock/Оксана Олейник When I feel of the upcoming holidays, one among the things I most look ahead to is the food!  Pets are inclined to get more treats at holiday time – from their owners or from houseguests – which might put them at risk for health issues starting from mild to life-threatening … Read more