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At Do Only Good, we understand the power of science-backed nutrition. This is why we have partnered with Dr. Randall Johnson, one of the foremost pet nutritionists in the industry, to provide you – the pet parent – with the latest scientific information regarding pet nutrition.
Dr. Johnson has over 36 years of business and academic experience in animal nutrition. He is a registered professional animal scientist, a diplomat in the American College of Animal Nutrition, a professional member of the Institute of Food Technology, the American Society of Animal Science, and the American Association of Veterinary Nutrition. He has trained over 200 nutritionists and their staffs in over 26 countries on how to formulate pet diets.
With his extensive knowledge of pet food nutrition and formulation, Dr. Johnson’s articles will keep you well-informed and aid you in choosing the optimal diet for your pets.
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During the past few weeks, there has been a whirlwind of press coverage regarding the FDA’s report on dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). Although this report was inconclusive, showed no causality, and failed to link the condition to pet food, there has been a rush to judgment by various media outlets which has both perplexed those of us in the pet industry as well as pet parents throughout the nation.
By admin-1 | July 15, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
When you have a doctorate study animal nutrition and having over forty years in companion pet nutrition, people tend to ask you a lot of questions about what to feed their pets. The answer, however, is not always a straightforward one. Animal nutrition must take many things into account, such as the physiology of the animal as well as how ingredients can distinctively aid in health and longevity.
By admin-1 | June 14, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
As we move into the months of warmer weather and increased outdoor activities with our pets, I thought it wise to visit the subject of hydration and the dangers of dehydration.
By admin-1 | May 14, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
As many of you know, I have dedicated my life to animal nutrition. Over the years, I have seen my share of erroneous information not based on scientific research. However, in recent years this trend has increased dramatically due to the internet.
By admin-1 | April 12, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
Beet pulp is the dried fibers left from the extraction of its sugars for human use as a sweetener. Most animal nutrition researchers consider beet pulp an excellent moderately fermentable fiber source that has pre-biotic properties.
By admin-1 | March 11, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
As many of you are aware, in July of 2018, the FDA stated they were investigating a possible correlation between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and ingredients contained in certain pet foods and taurine deficiency. Although the FDA study is a theory and in its early stages, this letter is to provide you with the latest information available on this subject.
By admin-1 | | Categories: Nutrition |
It is rare that we humans think of the word ‘meal’ beyond what we see on our plates and put in our pet’s bowl. However, understanding the word ‘meal’ within the ingredient list on a dog food bag can bewilder even the most astute pet parents – with little wonder. The ingredients of pet foods
By admin-1 | January 21, 2019 | Categories: Nutrition |
As pet parents, we want to provide our dogs with the best nourishment to enhance their health and well-being. We do this by monitoring the diet, exercise and changing energy levels in our pets. L-carnitine plays a key nutritional role in maintaining the health of our four-legged friends. L-carnitine has shown improved exercise performance, as
By admin-1 | October 1, 2018 | Categories: Nutrition |
We, humans, are all too aware about how our diet can be a contributing factor to heart disease. Recently in the news, there has been speculation that a canine heart disease known as dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), may be connected to what we feed our dogs. So, what is DCM? According to Dr. Sonya G. Gordon
By admin-1 | September 1, 2018 | Categories: Nutrition |
Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived food ingredient that is commonly used the world over. Carrageenan is extracted from red seaweed and is a hydrocolloid. Long extolled for its thickening properties; it has a wide range of applications and is used in a variety of foods. Carrageenan is obtained from a type of red seaweed. This seaweed
By admin-1 | August 5, 2018 | Categories: Ingredients, Nutrition, Proteins | Tags: Article
