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Sweet Potatoes for Goats: Energy Booster or Too Much Starch?
Discover if sweet potatoes for goats are a safe, energy-rich feed or a risky starch overload. Learn safe feeding tips from a vet-approved source.

Dr. Gaffud
Dec 18, 20255 min read


5VA: Pet Nutrition as The 5th Vital Assessment for Disease Management
In modern veterinary medicine, nutrition is no longer an afterthought—it's the prescribed 5th Vital Assessment (5VA), as important as checking temperature or pulse. This vet-written guide explains the science behind this critical shift. Learn how to differentiate between BCS and the life-saving MCS. We detail how precise therapeutic pet nutrition is used to fight chronic diseases like kidney failure and osteoarthritis, utilizing concepts like nutrigenomics and high doses.

Dr. Gaffud
Dec 11, 20257 min read


Nutrient Sensing in Animal Health: Pathways, Diagnostics & Holistic Implications
Explore nutrient sensing in animal health, uncovering how cellular pathways like mTOR, AMPK, and GCN2 influence growth, immunity, and metabolic balance in companion animals, livestock, and aquaculture. Learn how precision feeding, biosensors, and holistic strategies enhance wellness and optimize dietary outcomes for every species.

Dr. Gaffud
Dec 4, 20255 min read


Oats for Horses: Are They Still a Good Grain Choice?
Discover the benefits, types, and risks of feeding oats for horses. Learn how oats fit into a balanced, holistic equine diet.

Dr. Gaffud
Nov 27, 20254 min read


Key Production Parameters: Maximizing Health and Profit on Your Livestock & Poultry Farm
The essential guide to the key production parameters and KPIs that drive farm profitability and animal health. Learn to analyze FCR, mortality, and reproductive rates to maximize efficiency in livestock and poultry management. Data-driven veterinary insights for sustainable farming success.

Dr. Gaffud
Nov 20, 20255 min read


Epigenetics in Animal Nutrition: How Diet Shapes Gene Expression and Animal Health
Explore how nutrition shapes gene expression in livestock, pigs, and companion animals through epigenetic mechanisms. Learn how protein, methyl donors, and diet-gut interactions influence health, immunity, growth, and performance. Practical insights for veterinarians and animal caretakers integrating epigenetics into holistic nutrition strategies.

Dr. Gaffud
Nov 6, 20254 min read
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