Reviewer
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, CVA, ACVN, ACVSMR
Board-certified veterinary nutritionist and rehabilitation specialist; Chi University faculty, University of Florida Small Animal Hospital Integrative Medicine; Chi University faculty · Gainesville, Florida
University of Florida integrative medicine service chief focused on nutrition, supplements, integrative medicine, oncology nutrition, rehabilitation, and acupuncture research.
Areas of focus
integrative canine nutrition ·food therapy ·veterinary acupuncture ·canine sports medicine and rehabilitation ·supplement literacy
Elsewhere
85 guides by Justin
- Steady Digestible Food vs High-Protein Diets for Pitbulls
- What Not to Feed a Dog With a Yeast Infection?
- How to Tell If Dog Grass Eating Means Gut Trouble
- 5 Raw Dog Food Tradeoffs Owners Should Weigh
- Should Dogs Chew Raw Turkey Necks for Gut Health?
- Why Does Weight Management Dog Food Fail Without Measuring?
- Hill's Science Diet Dog Food Holds Up on Testing
- 6 Ways Limited Ingredient Dog Food Can Help
- Community Clinics vs Private Vets for Low Cost Dog Vaccines
- Maltese Dog Food: Small Kibble, Steady Portions Win
- 5 Ways Pumpkin Seeds for Dogs Stay a Small Snack
- Beef Meal Is Concentrated Protein, Not Fresh Beef
- Dehydrated Dog Food Can Be Healthy When Done Right
- 7 Food Lessons for Labradors Wired to Overeat
- High Quality Large Breed Puppy Food Means Steady Growth
- Homemade Dog Treats Stay Simple for Gut Health
- 6 Signals When Dog Eating Grass Needs Attention
- Dog Food for Pregnant Dogs Should Increase Late
- Dog Ice Cream: Simple Frozen Treats Beat Human Pints
- Can a Homemade Diet Help a Dog With Pancreatitis?
- 5 Easy Homemade Dog Treats for Sensitive Stomachs
- 'No: Why Dogs Should Never Eat Raisins or Grapes'
- Are Cherries Okay for Dogs or Best Skipped?
- Chihuahua Dog Food: Why Size, Meals and Teeth Matter
- Corgi Food That Keeps Low, Long Bodies Lean
- 7 Ways Best Dog Food for Small Dogs Differs
- How to Choose Food for a Siberian Husky Puppy
- How to Choose Food to Help Your Dog Gain Weight
- 5 Bone Meal for Dogs Checks Before You Add Calcium
- Can Dogs Eat Mushrooms From Stores or Yards?
- Air Dried Dog Food: What Gentle Drying Gains
- 6 Bernese Mountain Dog Food Choices for Steady Growth
- Why Can't Dogs Eat Turkey Skin: Holiday Risk?
- Why Can't Dogs Eat Onions in Any Amount?
- Is Raw Feeding Safe for Your Dog's Gut Health?
- 5 Times Popcorn and Dogs Should Not Share a Bowl
- What Should Senior Dog Food Do for the Gut?
- 5 Safe Answers When Your Dog Eats a Raw Egg
- 5 Bland Foods Vets Suggest for Mild Dog Upset
- How to Add Fresh Toppers to Dry Dog Food Safely
- How to Tell If Your Dog Has a Food Intolerance
- How to Transition a Dog to New Food Gently
- Is Broccoli Toxic to Dogs or Safe in Small Amounts?
- FOS in Dog Food: Why Small Prebiotic Doses Matter
- 5 Facts on Grain Free Diets and Dog Heart Health
- How to Encourage Your Dog to Drink More Water
- Chicken and Rice for Dogs: How Much Is Enough?
- 'Yes: Wet Dog Food Goes Bad If Left Out Hours'
- Dog Ate Spoiled Meat: What Should You Do?
- 5 Reasons Dogs Vomit Yellow Foam in the Morning
- Can Dogs Eat Raw Pumpkin Without Digestive Upset?
- How Do Food Poison Symptoms Show in Dogs?
- Can Dogs Eat Cheese Bread? What Vets Recommend
- No, Dogs Should Skip Cherry Yogurt Treats
- Can Dogs Eat Fresh Apples? What Vets Say on Fiber
- Yes, Dogs Can Eat Homemade Bone Broth If Made Plain
- Yes, Dogs Can Eat Plain Pumpkin for Steadier Stools
- Yes, Dogs Can Eat Raw Strawberries in Moderation
- Can Dogs Eat White Meat Turkey Without Risk?
- Are Dogs Allowed Tomatoes? What Vets Say on Ripeness
- Which Eggs Are Better for Dogs: Raw or Cooked?
- No, Dogs Should Skip Avocado Pits for Blockage Risk
- Plain Oatmeal vs Probiotic Supplements for Dog Digestive Health
- Signs You're Overfeeding Your Dog
- Why a Dog Gulps His Food Down So Fast
- Can Apple Cider Vinegar Support a Dog's Gut Bacteria?
- FOS vs MOS in the Canine Gut: What Each Fiber Actually Does
- How Chicory Root Fiber Feeds a Dog's Gut Bacteria
- MSM for a Dog Limping After a Long Hike: What It Can Support and When to Look Deeper
- What to Watch For After Switching to a Mixed Wet and Dry Diet
- Why a Dog Gains Weight on a Measured Portion
- Why a Dog Guards the Food Bowl From Other Dogs
- What to Watch For After Switching to a Weight-Control Recipe
- Digestive Enzyme Side Effects in Dogs: What's Normal and What Isn't
- How to Set Up a Feeding Schedule for a Dog
- Do You Need Supplements for Homemade Dog Food?
- Chicken and Rice for Dogs: The Right Ratio, Explained
- Can Dogs Eat Ham? What the Sodium and Fat Actually Do to a Dog's Gut
- Why a Dog's Stomach Makes Loud Gurgling Noises
- Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? A Gut-Health Read on Seeds, Rind, and Portions
- Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? What the Prep, the Portion, and the Gut Actually Show
- Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? A Practical Guide to Fiber, Portions, and Tolerance
- Can Dogs Eat Bananas? What the Fiber-to-Sugar Ratio Actually Does in the Gut
- Can Dogs Eat Avocado Safely? What the Fat Load Means for Digestion
- Are Mushrooms Safe for Dogs? What the Gut and Toxicology Evidence Actually Says