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
37 guides by Justin
- How to Help an Older Dog Adjust to Holiday Visitors
- Does Heat Processing Damage Green-Lipped Mussel Lipids in Dog Joint Chews
- How Getting Older Shapes a Dog's Gut Microbiome
- Krill Oil vs Algal Oil for Senior Dogs
- PQQ vs CoQ10 for Aging Dogs: Where the Evidence Actually Lands
- Vitamin C vs Vitamin E for Senior Dogs: My Call
- Spore-Based or Lactic Acid Probiotic for a Dog: How to Choose
- Why a Dog Limps More in Winter
- What Protein Quality Really Means on a Dog Food Label
- What to Watch For After Switching to a Grain-Inclusive Recipe
- Boarding Kennel or a House Sitter: Which Suits a Dog Better?
- Transitioning a Dog Back to Normal Food After Holiday Overeating
- Should Dogs Eat Before or After Exercise? The Verdict on Meal Timing and Walks
- Feeding a Low-Energy Couch-Potato Dog Without Packing on Weight
- How Long It Takes to Transition Dog Food
- Are Macadamia Nuts Toxic to Dogs? The Mechanism We Still Don't Fully Understand
- How Often Should I Feed My Puppy? The Schedule That Actually Matches Their Biology
- How Often Should You Feed an Adult Dog?
- Is Peanut Butter Safe for Dogs? The Xylitol Label You Have to Check
- Safe Fruits and Vegetables for Dogs: The Checklist Before the Chopping Board
- Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? The Verdict, the Portion Math, and What the Antioxidant Hype Gets Wrong
- Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? The Real Rules Behind the Yes
- Chewable Versus Capsule Dog Supplements: Which Absorbs Better?
- Valerian Root vs. Melatonin for Canine Anxiety: Which One Actually Earns Its Place in the Cabinet
- Benadryl vs. Natural Calming Supplements for Dogs: Which One Actually Fits the Job?
- Soft Calming Treats vs. Calming Sprays: Which Actually Settles a Dog?
- Glucosamine vs. MSM for Dog Joint Pain: Which One Actually Earns Its Spot on the Label
- Are Mushrooms Safe for Dogs? The Store-Bought Truth vs. the Wild-Mushroom Risk
- Best Supplements to Support a Senior Dog's Immune System
- Can Dogs Eat Avocado Safely? What the Persin Panic Gets Wrong
- Can Dogs Eat Bananas?
- Can Dogs Eat Bread? The Verdict on Baked Loaves vs. Raw Dough
- Can Dogs Eat Eggs? What the Evidence Actually Supports
- Can Dogs Eat Ham? The Verdict on Salt, Fat, and Pancreatitis Risk
- Can Dogs Eat Turkey? What Vets Actually Worry About at the Table
- Low-Fat Feeding for Dogs Prone to Pancreatitis
- Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? A Life-Stage Guide to Prep, Portions, and Risk