Open Farm is a pet food company that focuses on providing highquality, sustainable, and transparent pet food. Their products are made with 100% humanely raised and antibioticfree meats, wildcaught and sustainably sourced fish, and zero artificial flavors or fillers. Open Farm also sources their ingredients from local farms whenever possible, which helps to reduce their environmental impact.

Here is a summary of the pros and cons of Open Farm pet food:

Pros:

Made with highquality, sustainable ingredients
Transparent about ingredients and manufacturing process
No artificial flavors or fillers
graininclusive options available
Variety of flavors to choose from

Cons:
excessive ca and phos
all lifestages
Not available in all stores
Some customers have reported that their dogs did not like the taste

Here are some additional things to consider when deciding if Open Farm pet food is right for your dog:

Your dog's age, breed, and activity level
Your dog's individual dietary needs
Your budget

If you are considering switching your dog to Open Farm pet food, I recommend talking to your veterinarian first. They can help you determine if Open Farm is a good fit for your dog and can answer any questions you have.

Timestamps:
0:00:00 Dr. Rea films a hurricane marathon in Florida and offers advice on reducing stress related to pet food.
00:04:06 The video discusses pet food ingredients and marketing tactics.
00:08:09 The video discusses the use of wholesome and nutritious ingredients in pet food, along with concerns about nutrient levels and ethical sourcing.
00:12:42 It is not recommended to rotate pet food recipes as it can lead to food allergies and GI upset.
00:16:16 The video discusses the importance of listing pet food ingredients and nutritional content, and the significance of moisture content in pet food.
00:20:25 ⚖ The speaker emphasizes the importance of nutrient levels over fancy ingredients in food products.
00:24:10 ⚖ The video discusses how to calculate the calorie needs of dogs based on their weight and activity level.
00:28:09 The video discusses the tailored needs of senior cats and the importance of appropriate nutrients for their age.
00:32:34 The video discusses the feeding guidelines and cost of cat food, highlighting the calorie requirements and pricing for different weight categories of cats.

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My Credentials:
Bachelor of Science, Animal Science: Emphasis in Animal Biology
Honors: Cum Laude 3.85/4.0 GPA
University of Florida, 2005
(relevant coursework includes but not limited to: MAC3472 Honors, CHM2045, CHM2045L, MAC3473 Honors, CHM2046, CHM2046L, ANS3043, ANS3317L, ANS3384, CHM2210, CHM2211, PHY2053, PHY2053L, ANS3006C, ANS3206, PHY2054, PHY2054L, CHM2047, MCB3020, MCB3020L, VME4103, ANS3440)

Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
University Of Florida College of Veterinary Med 2009
3.4 GPA/4.0

Small Animal General Practice 2009present
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Helpful websites, often sited on this channel:
AAFCO: https://petfood.aafco.org/labelingla...
American College of Veterinary Nutritionists: https://acvn.org/
World Small Veterinary Association Nutrition toolkit: https://wsava.org/wpcontent/uploads/...
Small Animal Clinical Nutrition Text: https://www.markmorrisinstitute.org/s...
Free access to the Merk Manual: https://www.merckvetmanual.com

Please note that these videos are for educational purposes only. They are not intended for diagnosis or treatment of any animals. If you have questions regarding your pet's health or are having a pet related emergency, please contact your personal veterinarian. My Credentials:
Bachelor of Science, Animal Science: Emphasis in Animal Biology
Honors: Cum Laude 3.85/4.0 GPA
University of Florida, 2005
(relevant coursework includes but not limited to: MAC3472 Honors, CHM2045, CHM2045L, MAC3473 Honors, CHM2046, CHM2046L, ANS3043, ANS3317L, ANS3384, CHM2210, CHM2211, PHY2053, PHY2053L, ANS3006C, ANS3206, PHY2054, PHY2054L, CHM2047, MCB3020, MCB3020L, VME4103, ANS3440)

Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
University Of Florida College of Veterinary Med 2009
3.4 GPA/4.0

Small Animal General Practice 2009present