Proceedings of the WALTHAM International Nutritional Sciences Symposium

Growing Science in Pet Nutrition

Proceedings of the WALTHAM International Nutritional Sciences Symposium
October 18-21, 2016 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Guest Editors: D’Ann Finley, Andrea Fascetti, Richard Butterwick, Geert Janssens, Adronie Verbrugghe, Nick Cave, Alexander German, George Fahey Jr., Penelope Morris and Vincent Biourge

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Overweight dogs exercise less frequently and for shorter periods: results of a large online survey of dog owners from the UK
Alexander J. German, Emily Blackwell, Mark Evans, Carri Westgarth
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.6

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Evaluation of an in vitro fibre fermentation method using feline faecal inocula: repeatability and reproducibility
Guido Bosch, Lisa Heesen, Karine de Melo Santos, Wilbert F. Pellikaan, John W. Cone, Wouter H. Hendriks
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.22

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A new model for evaluating maintenance energy requirements in dogs: allometric equation from 319 pet dogs
Guilhem Divol, Nathalie Priymenko
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.50

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Analysis of recipes of home-prepared diets for dogs and cats published in Portuguese
Vivian Pedrinelli, Márcia de O. S. Gomes, Aulus C. Carciofi
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.31

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Effect of fish oil and vitamin E on sperm lipid peroxidation in dogs
Analía Lorena Risso, Francisco J. Pellegrino, Yanina Corrada, Mónica Marmunti, Mariana Gavazza, Alejandro Palacios, Alejandro E. Relling
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.29

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Evaluation of an in vitro fibre fermentation method using feline faecal inocula: inter-individual variation
Guido Bosch, Lisa Heesen, Karine de Melo Santos, John W. Cone, Wilbert F. Pellikaan, Wouter H. Hendriks
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.21

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Effect of dietary protein intake on the body composition and metabolic parameters of neutered dogs
Iris Mayumi Kawauchi, Juliana Toloi Jeremias, Paula Takeara, Danilo Ferreira de Souza, Júlio Cesar de Carvalho Balieiro, Karina Pfrimer, Marcio Antonio Brunetto, Cristiana Fonseca Ferreira Pontieri
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.41

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Retorting conditions affect palatability and physical characteristics of canned cat food
Esther A. Hagen-Plantinga, Denmark F. Orlanes, Guido Bosch, Wouter H. Hendriks, Antonius F. B. van der Poel
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.17

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Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 and 24R,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 concentrations in adult dogs are more substantially increased by oral supplementation of 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 than by vitamin D3
Lauren R. Young, Robert C. Backus
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.8

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Effects of different protein sources on fermentation metabolites and nutrient digestibility of brachycephalic dogs
Maria Isabel Gonzalez Urrego, Laura Fantucci de O. Matheus, Karine de Melo Santos, Mariane Ceschin Ernandes, Mariana Monti, Danilo Ferreira de Souza, Júlio Cesar de Carvalho Balieiro, Lúcio Francelino Araújo, Cristiana F. Ferreira Pontieri, Márcio Antonio Brunetto
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.46

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Effects of dietary supplementation with a mixed blueberry and grape extract on working memory in aged beagle dogs
V. Fragua, A. Lepoudère, V. Leray, C. Baron, J. A. Araujo, P. Nguyen, N. W. Milgram
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.33

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The effect of changing the moisture levels of dry extruded and wet canned diets on physical activity in cats
D. G. Thomas, M. Post, G. Bosch
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.9

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Effects of matrix on plasma levels of EPA and DHA in dogs
Kay Goffin, Marc van Maris, Ronald J. Corbee
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.30

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Physical activity level of female and male adult cats before and after running wheel habituation
Katelyn B. Detweiler, Samona Rawal, Kelly S. Swanson, Maria R. C. de Godoy
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.19

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Energy requirements for growth in the Yorkshire terrier
Janet E. Alexander, Alison Colyer, Penelope J. Morris
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.26

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Variation in activity levels amongst dogs of different breeds: results of a large online survey of dog owners from the UK
Emily Pickup, Alexander J. German, Emily Blackwell, Mark Evans, Carri Westgarth
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.7

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The effect of position on the precision of dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry and correlation with body condition score in dogs and cats
Charlotte R. Bjørnvad, Mie E. Nielsen, Susanna E. M. Hansen, Dorte H. Nielsen
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.16

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Comparison of measured and predicted energy density of an oral care chew for dogs
Danielle Nuttall, Richard Butterwick, Katja Strauhs, Phil McGenity
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.24

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Overweight dogs are more likely to display undesirable behaviours: results of a large online survey of dog owners in the UK
Alexander J. German, Emily Blackwell, Mark Evans, Carri Westgarth
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.5

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A survey of feeding, activity, supplement use and energy consumption in North American agility dogs
Gina K. Dinallo, Jennifer A. Poplarski, Gretchen M. Van Deventer, Laura A. Eirmann, Joseph J. Wakshlag
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.44

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The impact of time of neutering on weight gain and energy intake in female kittens
David Allaway, Matthew Gilham, Alison Colyer, Penelope J. Morris
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.20

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Impact of faecal DM excretion on faecal calcium losses in dogs eating complete moist and dry pet foods – food digestibility is a major determinant of calcium requirements
Ellen Kienzle, Thomas Brenten, Britta Dobenecker
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.11

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Nutritional management of search and rescue dogs
G. Vassalotti, N. Musco, P. Lombardi, S. Calabrò, R. Tudisco, V. Mastellone, R. Grazioli, S. Bianchi, M. I. Cutrignelli
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.47

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Effect of enzyme supplements on macronutrient digestibility by healthy adult dogs
Cecilia Villaverde, Edgar G. Manzanilla, Jenifer Molina, Jennifer A. Larsen
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.10

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Nutrient digestibility, hindgut metabolites and antioxidant status of dogs supplemented with pomegranate peel extract
Tony Jose, Ashok K. Pattanaik, Sunil E. Jadhav, Narayan Dutta, Shalini Sharma
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.34

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In vitro screening of neuroprotective activity of Indian medicinal plant Withania somnifera
Manjeet Singh, Charles Ramassamy
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.48

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The effect of reducing energy density, via the addition of water to dry diet, on body weight and activity in dogs
Janet E. Alexander, Alison Colyer, Penelope J. Morris
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.43

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The effects of a post-exercise carbohydrate and protein supplement on repeat performance, serum chemistry, insulin and glucagon in competitive weight-pulling dogs
Christopher W. Frye, Gretchen M. VanDeventer, Gina K. Dinallo, Jennifer A. Poplarski, Sabine Mann, Ella Pittman, Brian M. Zanghi, Joseph J. Wakshlag
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.23

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Physiological effects of stress related to helicopter travel in Federal Emergency Management Agency search-and-rescue canines
E. Perry, N. Gulson, T.-W. Liu Cross, K. S. Swanson
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.25

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Effect of fish oil and vitamin E on sperm lipid peroxidation in dogs
Analía Lorena Risso, Francisco J. Pellegrino, Yanina Corrada, Mónica Marmunti, Mariana Gavazza, Alejandro Palacios, Alejandro E. Relling
Journal of Nutritional Science, Volume 6
https://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2017.29

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The 3Rs in research: a contemporary approach to replacement, reduction and refinement
Judy MacArthur Clark
British Journal of Nutrition, Volume 120, Issue s1
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114517002227

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Nutrient density: addressing the challenge of obesity
Adam Drewnowski
British Journal of Nutrition, Volume 120, Issue s1
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114517002240