To Grain Or Not To Grain? Diet Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Dr. Emily Suess

Are you wondering about grain-free diets, Diet Associated DCM, and what cardiologists are currently recommending?

On this month's episode of Real Talk Unleashed, we sit down with Dr. Emily Suess, a resident in cardiology at CVCA, to discuss:

📄The FDA and cardiologist's latest stance on this hot topic

🔬What's causing increased rates of non-hereditary DCM

🐕What breeds are at a higher risk of different forms of DCM

🌾Grain-free diets and when they are/are not appropriate

👩‍⚕️Dr. Suess' experience as a veterinary student and now a veterinarian

💕 Our advice for veterinary professionals and those considering entering the field

For more guidance on the connection between grain-free diets and non-hereditary dilated cardiomyopathy, you can find the FDA's latest statement here: https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/questions-answers-fdas-work-potential-causes-non-hereditary-dcm-dogs

Next episode you'll hear us chat with Paul Diaz who has been shaking things up in the veterinary industry with his journey to end the veterinary non-compete.

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❤️ Dr. Starke, Michele, and Kaitlynn