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
Articles by Justin Shmalberg
- 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