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
64 guides by Justin
- Why Your Dog's Appetite Shifts With the Seasons
- Feeding Multiple Dogs Without Mealtime Chaos
- How Long Can Wet Dog Food Be Left Out Before It's Unsafe?
- When Should a Dog Switch to Senior Food? A Vet Nutritionist's Decision Framework
- How to Stop Your Dog From Drinking Salt Water at the Beach
- How to Use a Flirt Pole for High-Drive Dogs
- Is Tug-of-War Good or Bad for Dogs?
- Rainy-Day Activities When You Can't Go Outside
- Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? A Vet Nutritionist's Guide to Portions and Timing
- Can Dogs Eat Turkey? The Safe-Serving Checklist Before You Share the Bird
- Paw Balm vs. Boots for Salted Sidewalks: Which Actually Protects Your Dog?
- Chew Toys vs. Edible Chews: What's the Difference
- Front-Clip Harness vs Head Halter for a Puller
- GPS Collar vs GPS Tag for Dogs: Which One Actually Finds Your Dog
- Padded vs Lightweight Dog Harness for Daily Walks
- Rope Toys vs. Plush Toys for Chewers: How to Actually Choose
- Snuffle Mat vs Lick Mat: Which Does Your Dog Need?
- Squeaky vs. Silent Toys: Which Suits Your Dog
- Store-Bought vs. Homemade Enrichment Toys: Which One Actually Earns Its Keep?
- Tennis Balls vs. Rubber Balls for Fetch: Which One Should You Actually Throw?
- Dog Park vs Structured Exercise: Which One Actually Meets Your Dog's Needs
- Mental Exercise vs Physical Exercise for Dogs: Which One Is Your Dog Actually Missing?
- Ocean vs Lake vs Pool: Where Should Your Dog Swim?
- Rubber vs. Nylon Chew Toys: Which Is Safer
- Walking vs Running: Which Is Better for Your Dog
- Interactive Toys vs. Chew Toys: When to Use Each
- Off-Leash Play vs On-Leash Walks: Which Actually Exercises Your Dog Better
- Reflective Vest vs. Light-Up Collar for Visibility on Night Walks
- Stainless vs Ceramic vs Plastic Dog Bowls: How to Actually Choose
- Small-Dog vs Large-Dog Areas: Which Should You Use
- Swimming vs Walking for an Arthritic Dog: Which One Actually Helps?
- Dog Treadmill vs. Outdoor Walking: What Actually Moves the Needle
- Front-Clip vs Back-Clip Dog Harness: Which One Actually Fixes Your Problem
- How to Find Dog-Friendly Patios and Breweries (Without Guessing at the Door)
- When Do Puppies Stop Teething and Need Different Toys?
- Are Mushrooms Safe for Dogs? A Vet Nutritionist's Honest Answer
- Are Raisins Toxic to Dogs? Yes — The Mechanism and the Real Risk Window
- Backyard Sprinkler and Splash Games for Hot Days
- Can Dogs Eat Bananas? A Vet Nutritionist's Honest Take on Portions and Risk
- Can Dogs Eat Bread? The Fork Between a Crust and a Ball of Dough
- Can Dogs Eat Carrots? A Vet Nutritionist's Take on Portion, Prep, and Risk
- Can Dogs Eat Eggs? A Vet Nutritionist's Take on Raw, Cooked, and How Much
- Can Dogs Eat Ham? What the Sodium and Fat Actually Do
- Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? A Vet's Checklist for Safe Servings
- How Far Can a Dog Hike in One Day? A Vet's Guide to the Real Limits
- How to Clean and Disinfect Dog Toys
- Low-Fat Feeding for Dogs Prone to Pancreatitis: What the Evidence Actually Supports
- What a Double-Ended Leash Is For
- Can Dogs Eat Avocado Safely? What the Flesh, Pit, and Peel Actually Do
- How to Measure Your Dog's Neck for a Collar
- In-Cabin Carrier Size Limits Explained
- How to Fit and Introduce a Head Halter to Your Dog
- Teething Toys That Soothe a Puppy's Sore Gums
- Choosing a Harness for a Deep-Chested Breed
- Is It Safe to Leave a Collar On All the Time?
- How to Exercise a Dog Indoors With Toys During Bad Weather
- Quiet Toys for a Dog on Post-Surgery Crate Rest
- Reflective Dog Harnesses for Night Walks: What Actually Makes Your Dog Visible
- Are All Dogs Natural Swimmers? What to Check Before the Water
- Mental and Physical Enrichment When Your Dog Can't Exercise (Vet-Guided)
- Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? Prep, Portions, and What the Research Actually Says
- Exercise Ideas for Toy and Small Breeds: A Vet's Mechanism-First Guide
- GPS Tracker for a Dog That Runs Off: What Actually Works
- How to Change Food for a Senior Dog Without Wrecking Her Gut