Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed

Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed

Guaranteed Analysis is for every pet guardian looking to make smarter, healthier decisions for their pet’s diet that fit their personal philosphy. Tune in as Dr. Danielle and Kim (your new best friends) bridge the gap between complex pet food science, the veterinary community, and modern pet guardians. They cover everything from marketing buzzwords on pet food labels to specific nutrition needs for dogs and cats.

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April 2, 2025 63 mins

In this milestone 10th episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we’re joined by Dr. Gary Marshall — Vice President of the AVMA and proud feline practitioner. With nearly 30 years of experience in cat care, Dr. Marshall shares what working exclusively with cats has taught him about nutrition, communication, and compassion.

From navigating raw feeding debates to the truth about kibble and kidney health, we dig into the myths, challenges, and ...

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Please try to enjoy each question and answer equally.

01:48 - Should you rotate your pet's food? 07:42 - How do you respond when people ask if your education was sponsored by the "Big 3?" 27:22 - What goes into the pricing of pet food? 29:18 - Where does the "90/10 Rule" come from? 33:35 - Is it true that palatability studies are mostly done with labradors and beagles? 38:14 - What supplements for arthritis are actually worth ...

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Do carbs cause diabetes? Will kibble dehydrate your dog? 🤔

Mikaela from Nibble Nutrition joins us to break down the science, tackle misinformation, and help pet guardians make evidence-based choices. We dive deep into nutrigenomics, pet food myths, and how to critically evaluate nutrition studies — because not all research is created equal and "old" studies do not mean "bad!"

📌 In This Episode: 00:00 - Intro - Meet Mikaela 04:2...

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Science and heart — two sides of the same coin in veterinary medicine.

In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we’re honored to welcome Lindsey Wendt (DVM, CVA, CVFT, CCRT), a veterinarian whose journey from conventional practice to integrative medicine has been shaped by science, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s best for her patients — including her own dog, Nala.

Together, we explore:

✨ Blending conventiona...

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🐾 What Really Goes On Behind the Scenes in Vet Med? 🩺

Vet techs are the unsung heroes of veterinary medicine, but what do they actually do? In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we’re breaking it all down:

📌 What is a vet tech? 📌 Vet tech vs. vet vs. nurse – the key differences 📌 What vet techs do (hint: it's A LOT!) 📌 Specialties & careers beyond the clinic 📌 The challenges & rewards of being a vet tech 00:00...

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In this special mini episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we continue our deep dive into raw feeding for pets. Last week, we covered the basics—this week, we’re unpacking even more details, from the different ways pet owners approach raw diets to the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding them.

Join our hosts as they discuss: 🐾 The many definitions of “raw” (yes, even the extreme ones) 🐾 The pros and potential benefits of raw fe...

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Choosing the right diet for your pet can be overwhelming. With so many options—kibble, canned, fresh, raw, prescription diets—how do you know what’s actually best? In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed, we break down the pros and cons of different pet food types to help you make informed decisions.

 

Join us as we tackle myths, discuss science-backed nutrition, and share expert insights into how different feedi...

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February 11, 2025 67 mins

In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis, we break down why feeding a cat like a small dog (or vice versa) just doesn’t work—and what every pet guardian should know about their pet’s diet.

We kick things off with a fun chat about pet names (Maple Pancake, anyone?) before diving into the science of essential amino acids, the role of taurine, and how dogs and cats process nutrients differently. Can dogs fast like humans? Should every c...

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Pet food labels can be confusing, but we’re here to break them down! In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed, we’ll teach you:

✅ How to decode pet food labels

✅ Why pet food labels are (legally) designed the way they are

✅ How to spot quality ingredients vs. marketing fluff

Understanding your pet’s food shouldn’t feel like reading a secret code! Tune in and empower yourself to make better choices for your furry f...

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🎙️ *Welcome to the first episode of Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed!* 🐾 In this debut episode, meet your hosts:

  • **Kim**: A vet tech with a deep love for pet nutrition and a passion for simplifying it for pet guardians.
  • **Dr. Danielle**: A veterinarian dedicated to evidence-based care and helping pets thrive through better nutrition.

Together, they’re h...

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