Healthy Meat for Dogs: Venison, the Superfood and Powerful Protein! | Dr. Alexandra Ubell

Dr. Alex Ubell and Molly Jacobson dive deep into the benefits and potential risks of feeding venison to dogs. Learn why venison is an excellent high-protein, low-fat option for dogs with cancer, overweight dogs, or those needing novel proteins.

• Topics include:
• What is venison and where does it come from?
• Nutritional benefits of venison for dogs, including essential vitamins and minerals.
• Why venison’s omega-3 and polyunsaturated fats are beneficial for cancer dogs.
• How venison compares to other proteins like beef.
• Potential risks, including allergies, microbial contamination, and chronic wasting disease.
• Safe preparation and feeding tips for venison.
• Dr. Ubell also shares tips for hunters and the importance of consulting a veterinary nutritionist before making significant diet changes for your dog.

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Related Links:

Dr. Ubell’s article on venison: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diet-and-lifestyle/venison-for-dogs/

Dog Cancer Diet Guidelines https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diet-and-lifestyle/dog-cancer-diet/

How to reduce cancer risk using food: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/how-to-reduce-cancer-risk-using-food/

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:15 Welcome to Dog Cancer Answers

00:30 What Is Venison? (Types and Sources)

02:00 Is Venison Commercial or Hunted?

03:00 Why Venison Is Good for Dogs with Cancer

04:30 Nutritional Benefits: Protein, Vitamins, and Minerals

05:30 Omega-3s and Polyunsaturated Fats in Venison

06:30 Venison for Overweight Dogs: A Low-Fat Option

07:15 Balancing Venison in Home-Cooked Diets

08:30 Venison and Allergies: What to Watch For

09:30 Risks of Venison: Parasites, Bacteria, and Heavy Metals

10:15 Chronic Wasting Disease: What You Need to Know

11:30 Preparing Venison Safely for Dogs

13:00 Hunting Tips to Ensure Safe Venison Meat

14:00 Venison as a Sustainable Food Source

15:00 Feeding Tips: How to Start Venison in Your Dog’s Diet

23:30 Final Thoughts and Resources