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#25 - Dr. RuthAnn w/ Purina
Feeding, Fueling and Caring for Sporting Dogs with Purina Veterinarian Dr. RuthAnn!
We sit down with Dr. RuthAnn, a Purina veterinarian who still practices part-time. She covers what it takes to keep sporting dogs healthy, fueled and performing. The episode starts with a rapid-fire round, including the story of a Lab that swallowed a toddler's pajama top. We also discuss:
Life as a Purina vet: pet-friendly campuses, nutrition research, and the Veterinary Support Mission
What "optimize oxygen metabolism" means, and why fat-fueled endurance matters for sporting dogs
How to switch foods safely…
The skinny
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