Diet-Associated DCM: Research Update
Friday, September 3rd, 2021
Recently published research studies are shedding light on diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs.

Friday, September 3rd, 2021
Recently published research studies are shedding light on diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs.
Thursday, November 29th, 2018
Dr. Freeman provides an update on diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs
Monday, July 30th, 2018
Dr. Freeman was recently quoted in the New York Times in an article discussing the recent FDA letter regarding dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs potentially related to diet.
Monday, June 4th, 2018
A recent increase in heart disease in dogs eating certain types of diets may shed light on the role of diet in causing heart disease. It appears that diet may be increasing dogs’ risk for heart disease because owners have fallen victim to the many myths and misperceptions about pet food.
Monday, July 3rd, 2017
We share some findings from a recently published study comparing the calories, carbohydrate content, and ingredients in grain-free versus grain-containing dry diets for cats
Friday, January 27th, 2017
“Allergen-free dog food“ touts one product website, while another company advertises “limited ingredient diets”. And the majority of companies that make grain-free diets suggest that they may be helpful for dogs with allergies. How true are these claims, though?
Tuesday, June 14th, 2016
Are you feeding a grain-free diet to your pet? Grain-free diets are one of the largest growing segments of the pet food market right now. More and more pet owners are reaching for these diets, which are billed as more natural for pets and less likely to cause health problems and allergies.
Sunday, March 29th, 2015
Grains are as “biologically appropriate” as other popular sources of carbohydrates in pet foods. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation currently being propagated regarding grains in pet foods. Contrary to popular belief, grain-free diets… Read More