Reviewer
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, CVA, ACVN, ACVSMR
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
Elsewhere
Guides by Justin Shmalberg
- How to Walk a Puppy by Age Without Overdoing It
- How Much Daily Walking Senior Dogs Usually Need
- How to Build Trail Fitness for Long Hikes With Dogs
- Indoor Exercise Ideas That Keep Dogs Fit on Rainy Days
- When Fetch Is Too Much: Signs Your Dog Needs a Break
- Steady Paws: Simple Balance Exercises for Older Dogs
- Teaching Your Dog to Swim: A Safe Beginner Plan
- Swimming vs Walking for an Arthritic Dog: How to Choose (and When to Do Both)
- 5 Safe Exercise Limits for Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies
- Questions to Ask a Vet About Your Dog's Body Condition Score
- Can Dogs Eat Broccoli Stems? A Vet Nutritionist Explains Prep and Portion
- Can Dogs Eat Broccolini? A Vet Nutritionist Explains Portions and Prep
- Fresh vs Frozen Vegetables for Dogs: Which Is Better?
- Can Dogs Eat Brussels Sprouts? A Vet Nutritionist Explains Gas, Fiber, and Safe Portions
- Can Dogs Eat Celery? A Vet Nutritionist's Crunchy Truth
- Can Dogs Eat Pineapple? A Vet Nutritionist Explains Sugar, Fiber, and Safe Portions
- Can Dogs Eat Raspberries? A Vet Nutritionist's Portion-First Answer
- The Senior Dog Exercise Handbook: Staying Active With Arthritis and Mobility Loss
- How to Build Up Exercise for a Dog Returning From Crate Rest
- How to Build Up Exercise for a Dog With Early Arthritis
- How to Exercise a Deaf Dog Safely Off-Leash
- How to Tire Out a High-Energy Dog Indoors
- Low-Impact Exercise for a Dog With a Sore Paw
- What to Do if a Dog Drinks Far More Than Usual After Exercise
- Swimming for Dogs With Joint Problems and Arthritis
- Is Fetch Bad for a Growing Puppy's Joints?
- Is Running Bad for a Dog's Joints? What Actually Matters
- Joint-Friendly Exercise for Large-Breed Dogs
- Low-Impact Exercise for a Heatwave: Keep Dogs Moving Without Overheating
- How to Start an Exercise Routine for an Out-of-Shape Dog
- How to Structure a Low-Impact Exercise Session Step by Step
- Indoor Exercise for a Dog on Restricted Movement
- Indoor Exercise for a Dog Recovering From a Cruciate Injury
- Controlled Leash Walking During Injury Recovery (Vet-Guided)
- Exercising Your Dog as a Busy, Time-Crunched Owner
- How to Build Up Exercise for an Overweight Adult Dog
- How to Meet the Exercise Needs of High-Drive Working Breeds
- Indoor Exercise for a Rainy Week
- How to Read a Dog Food Label: A Vet Nutritionist's Guide
- The Most Common Food Allergens for Dogs
- Why Your Senior Dog Has Lost Their Appetite
- Best Exercise for Flat-Faced Breeds That Overheat Easily
- Can Dogs Eat Broccoli Sprouts?
- Common Dog Exercise Mistakes Owners Make (And What to Do Instead)
- Dog Park vs Structured Exercise for Your Dog
- How Long Should a Dog's Walk Be?
- How to Keep Your Dog's Exercise Routine While Traveling
- Off-Leash Play vs. On-Leash Walks: Which One Actually Exercises Your Dog?
- Walking vs Running: Which Is Better for Your Dog
- How to Read a Dog Food Label for Guaranteed Analysis Figures
- Why Grain Byproduct Fillers Raise Concern on Dog Supplement Labels
- What to Do When a Dog Eats Faster Than the Other Dog
- What to Do When a Dog Refuses Kibble but Eats Treats
- How Much to Feed a Dog on a Once-Daily Schedule
- How to Feed a Dog on a Once-Daily Schedule
- How to Read a Dog Food Label for Preservatives
- Feeding a Rescue Dog With an Unknown History: What to Change
- Should You Bring Your Dog's Food to Boarding? A Vet Nutritionist's Answer
- CFU Count for a 10 lb Dog vs a 90 lb Dog Probiotic
- Is Wet Food Better for Hydration in Dogs? What the Moisture Numbers Actually Mean
- Warm-Up Exercises Before a Dog Runs or Plays
- Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? A Vet Nutritionist's Guide to Doing It Right
- Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? What the Fiber Actually Does for Digestion
- Can Dogs Eat Avocado Safely? A Vet Nutritionist's Straight Answer
- Can Dogs Eat Mushrooms? A Vet Nutritionist's Field Guide
- Fetch vs. Structured Walks: Which Exercise Actually Serves Your Dog Better?
- Dog Treadmill vs Outdoor Walking: What Actually Builds a Healthier Dog
- Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? A Nutritionist's Honest Answer
- Can Dogs Eat Turkey? A Vet Nutritionist's Guide to Safe Portions
- Can Dogs Eat Ham?
- Can Dogs Eat Bananas? A Vet Nutritionist's Honest Take
- When Is It Too Hot to Walk a Dog? A Vet's Pavement Test and Timing Rules