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Dog and Cat Nutrition: A Practical Guide (with AI Ration Calculator)

Needs, Labels, Homemade Diets; AI Calculates the Ration

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About this course

This course provides a comprehensive overview of dog and cat nutrition, covering topics such as specific nutritional needs by species and breed, interpreting feed labels, and preparing balanced homemade diets. It is designed for pet owners, aspiring veterinary nutritionists, and industry professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge. The learning path is structured into thematic modules with practical exercises to apply the learned concepts. Within the course, an artificial intelligence-based calculator will help you more accurately determine personalized food rations.

Course contents

6 modules · 30 lessons · 3h

1 Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition
Understand the biological foundations of nutrition for dogs and cats. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Welcome and Course Objectives
    Introduction to the training path and the importance of a proper diet.    6 min
  2. Dog vs. Cat: Physiological Differences
    Understand why a cat is not a 'small dog' from a nutritional perspective.    6 min
  3. The Role of Proteins
    The importance of essential amino acids for body structure.    6 min
  4. Fats and Energy
    How fats provide energy and support skin health.    6 min
  5. Carbohydrates and Fiber: Are They Really Necessary?
    Analysis of the role of carbohydrates in the diet of obligate and opportunistic carnivores.    6 min
2 Specific Requirements and Personalization
Identify unique needs based on species, breed, and age. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Essential Vitamins and Minerals
    Fundamental micronutrients to prevent chronic deficiencies.    6 min
  2. Species-Specific Requirements: Dog vs. Cat
    Details of critical nutrients specific to each species (e.g., taurine for cats).    6 min
  3. The Influence of Breed on Diet
    How breed genetics modify metabolism and caloric needs.    6 min
  4. Nutrition Across Life Stages
    Adapting the diet from puppy/kitten to adult and senior age.    6 min
  5. Calculating Resting Energy Requirement (RER)
    Learn the basic formula to understand how many calories are needed at rest.    6 min
3 Commercial Food Analysis
Learn to read and critically interpret pet food labels. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Anatomy of a Pet Food Label
    Where to look to find the information that really matters.    6 min
  2. Analytical Constituents: Beyond Percentages
    Understand the meaning of 'crude ash', 'crude protein', and moisture.    6 min
  3. Ingredients: Quality vs. Marketing
    Distinguish between fresh meat, meat meals, and by-products.    6 min
  4. Additives and Preservatives
    Which substances are safe and which are best avoided in the long term.    6 min
  5. Exercise: Comparing Two Products
    Practical analysis of two real labels to choose the best one.    6 min
4 The Balanced Home-Cooked Diet
Learn the basics of preparing fresh meals safely. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Pros and Cons of a Home-Cooked Diet
    Evaluation of benefits compared to the required commitment.    6 min
  2. Balancing Macronutrients in the Kitchen
    The correct proportions of meat, organs, vegetables, and carbohydrates.    6 min
  3. Cooking and Storage
    Cooking methods that preserve nutrients and meal hygiene.    6 min
  4. Supplementation: The Missing Piece
    Why a home-cooked diet without supplements is dangerous.    6 min
  5. Toxic Foods to Avoid
    A blacklist of human foods dangerous for dogs and cats.    6 min
5 Technology and AI Calculation
Use artificial intelligence to automate and refine rations. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Introduction to the AI Calculator
    How the tool works and what data it processes.    6 min
  2. Entering Animal Profile Data
    Configure weight, physical activity, and health conditions in the AI.    6 min
  3. Generating a Personalized Ration
    Obtain the exact calculation of daily grams through the algorithm.    6 min
  4. Breed Optimization with AI
    Use AI to adjust nutrients based on breed predispositions.    6 min
  5. Interpreting the AI Report
    Read the artificial intelligence suggestions for monitoring.    6 min
6 Practical Application and Monitoring
Put the entire course into practice and manage dietary changes. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Exercise: Feeding Plan for a Dog
    Guided creation of a complete plan for a specific dog.    6 min
  2. Exercise: Feeding Plan for a Cat
    Guided creation of a complete plan for a specific cat.    6 min
  3. Monitoring Body Condition Score (BCS)
    Visually assess if the diet is working correctly.    6 min
  4. Managing Dietary Transition
    How to switch from one food to another without causing gastric stress.    6 min
  5. Conclusions and Maintenance
    Final summary and tips for staying up to date.    6 min
Final project

The Perfect Nutritional Plan

Create a complete feeding plan for your pet (or a provided case study) by integrating quality commercial food and a home-cooked component, validating quantities with the AI calculator.

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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