Nutritional Facts

With Dr. Randall Johnson

 

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.

If you have further questions after reading the articles, please click the “Ask Dr. Johnson” button and he will be happy to help you.

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Featured Articles in: Nutrition

November 23, 2020

HOW SWEET IT IS! HEALTH BENEFITS OF SWEET POTATOES

l of us at Do Only Good (D.O.G.) Pet Food is proud to introduce the first member to our treat line: D.O.G. Organic Sweet Potatoes. As you know, we value ingredient transparency and the health of all pets. We wanted our first treat to be pure and holistic, with the nutritional benefits you have come to know and trust about our brand. I hope you enjoy this month’s article and give our new treats a try – they are already a hit with the four-legged members of our households! Read More »

October 19, 2020

PEAS – EXPOSING THE SCIENCE BEHIND THIS POWERFUL PLANT PROTEIN

There has been a lot of well-meaning, albeit misguided information about pea protein and pet nutrition. Therefore, I am modifying an article I previously wrote, providing you – the pet parent – with updated research on the subject. I aim to clarify the health benefits of this little spherical legume. Read More »

September 25, 2020

MEET & GREET THE MERITS OF THE HUMBLE BEET

time, there has been new scientific research on the subject. We wanted to make you aware of these new findings and how D.O.G.’s use of this root vegetable helps improve the overall health of dogs. Read More »

August 24, 2020

AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. STEPHANIE CLARK (Part II)

This month we conclude our interview with Dr. Stephanie Clark, who is an equally dedicated pet parent and scientist. Dr. Clark is a co-author of a recently published literature review in the Journal of Animal Science. This peer-reviewed journal article entitled, "Review of canine dilated cardiomyopathy in the wake of diet-associated concerns," showed no conclusive correlation between grain-free dog food and DCM. Read More »

July 20, 2020

AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. STEPHANIE CLARK (Part I)

As many of you know, our mission is to Do Only Good for the health of all dogs and the planet. It has also been our mission to keep you informed of any updates regarding the FDA's report of two years ago regarding the disease dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). Recently, a literature review published in the Journal of Animal Science showed no fixed correlation between grain-free dog food and DCM. We sat down with one of the journal articles authors, Dr. Stephanie Clark, to discuss not only her research but her views as a devoted pet parent and the importance of animal nutrition. Read More »

June 19, 2020

Obesity in Dogs

Since the COVID-19 pandemic and being homebound, many of us have probably provided our beloved pets with more treats/food than usual. On the surface, this may seem a bit harmless (considering your dog is perhaps taking more walks now); however, in the United States, there is an increasing problem with dog obesity. Therefore, this subject needs to be taken more seriously. Read More »

May 18, 2020

HERBS: SMALL PLANTS – BIG HEALTH BENEFITS

By now, we are all aware that herbs have more uses than just in culinary pursuits. Herbs are used also for both aromatic and medicinal purposes. The volatile or essential oils which come from herbs give each plant its distinctive scent. Often the therapeutic usage of herbs can support the health of our canines. However, it must be made clear that herbs should be given to your dog in controlled amounts, as various planet species can be toxic. Read More »

April 21, 2020

FATTY ACIDS AND WHY THEY ARE ESSENTIAL

We all now know consuming too much fat is not good for us. However, we humans and our beloved pets require fats within our diet for healthy physical development and to provide the energy we need to live and thrive. Read More »

March 21, 2020

DIVING DEEPER INTO THE IMPORTANCE OF MINERALS IN YOUR PET’S DIET

In an earlier Nutrition Facts Article on minerals, I discussed what chelation was and its importance for improved bioavailability of minerals in a diet. Now I would like to dig deeper into this subject by examining things like antagonistic interactions, diet efficiency, environmental concerns, and impurities. Read More »

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