The DAFY (Dog Advice For You) Podcast: Real Talk on Dog Health & Nutrition
Are you confused by all the conflicting dog nutrition advice?
One vet says kibble, another says raw.
Brands push their own agenda.
Social media is full of opinions.
DAFY cuts through the noise with expert-backed advice.
We bring together vets, nutritionists and holistic experts to tackle the topics that matter to you - from allergies to gut health and everything in between.
No marketing spin, just honest, practical guidance to help you help your dog live a happier life, healthier and longer life.
In this episode of the DAFY Podcast, I sit down with Tonje Dominguez, VP Companion & Livestock Health & Nutrition at Aker QRILL Company, to talk about omega-3 for pets, fish oil, krill oil, EPA, DHA and why the source and form of omega-3 you choose for your pet are important.
Many dog owners know omega-3 can support health, but not all omega-3 supplements are the same.
In this conversation, we break down:
- What omega-3 actually means
- The difference between ALA, EPA and DHA
- Why EPA and DHA matter for pets
- How omega-3 can support joints, skin, coat, brain and inflammation
- Why fish oil and krill oil are different
- What bioavailability means
- Why packaging and storage matter for oil quality
- Why sustainability matters when choosing marine ingredients
This episode is about helping dog owners understand how to choose omega-3 more carefully, and the difference between “fish oil” and “krill oil”.
Guest: Tonje Dominguez
BIO: Tonje Dominguez is the VP Companion & Livestock Health & Nutrition at Aker QRILL Company, with more than 25 years of experience in animal nutrition, feed technology and ingredient development across the pet food and human nutrition sectors.
Her work focuses on bridging science and technical insights around krill-based ingredients for cats and dogs, helping companies better understand how to use these ingredients to support pet health.
Connect with Tonje and Aker QRILL Company:
Website: https://www.qrillpet.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonje-elisabeth-dominguez-2a36482b/
🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice.
👩🔬 Looking for vet nutritionist-reviewed balanced homemade dog food recipes in the UK?
Visit the DAFY Nutrition website: www.dafynutrition.com
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6 Aug 2026
Ep. 26 - The Truth About Balancing Homemade Dog Food w Dr Rebecca Ricci
Ever asked "How to home cook for my dog?" If yes, this is for you!
In this episode of the DAFY Podcast, I sit down with Dr Rebecca Ricci to talk about homemade diets for dogs and cats and why balancing them properly matters so much.
Many pet owners want to move away from commercial food because they want more control over what goes into their dog’s bowl.
But homemade does not automatically mean complete and balanced.
In this conversation, we break down:
- Why more dog and cat owners are choosing homemade diets
- The biggest mistakes people make when home cooking- Why variety alone does not make a diet complete and balanced
- What can happen when essential nutrients are missing over time
- Why homemade diets need precise formulation
- When a homemade diet can be a good option
- Why the right vitamin and mineral supplement matters
- What makes V-Integra different and why it is now available in the UK
This episode isn’t about making homemade diets feel complicated or scary.
It’s about helping pet owners understand that home cooking can be a wonderful option, but only when it is formulated properly and supported with the right nutrients.
Guest: Dr Rebecca Ricci
BIO: Dr Rebecca Ricci is a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, professor at the University of Padua and head of the Clinical Nutrition Service at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
She has spent more than 20 years helping dog and cat owners with nutrition and homemade diets and teaches veterinary nutrition to vets who want to develop their knowledge in this area.
Dr Rebecca Ricci is also the founder of Vetekipp, the company behind V-Integra, a range of vitamin and mineral products designed to help create safe, complete and balanced homemade diets for dogs and cats.
V-Integra is now available in the UK through DAFY.
Vetekipp Website: www.vetekipp.com
DAFY Nutrition (V-Integra UK): www.dafynutrition.com
🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice.
👩🔬 Want evidence-based and expert-led advice on dog health and nutrition?
Join the DAFY community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/579588821545585
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- TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dafy_dogadviceforyou
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dafy-dog-advice-for-you/
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23 Jul 2026
Ep. 25 - How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight Safely w Georgia Woods-Lee
In this episode of the DAFY Podcast, I sit down with Georgia Woods-Lee to talk about one of the most common but misunderstood problems in dog health: obesity.Many dog owners think of extra weight as just a few extra kilos, but obesity is recognised as a disease and can affect a dog’s mobility, joints, breathing, metabolism, quality of life and long-term health.So… how do you know if your dog is overweight, and what can you actually do about it?In this conversation, we break down:- What overweight and obesity really mean in dogs- Why many owners don’t realise their dog is overweight- Why we have “lost” what normal looks like in many breeds- Why exercise alone is usually not enough- Why feeding guides can be inaccurate- Why treats and extras matter more than many owners think- When a weight loss diet may be needed- How to help dogs lose weight safely- Why health span matters as much as lifespanThis episode isn’t about making dog owners feel guilty.It’s about understanding why weight gain is so easy to miss, why it matters, and how the right changes can transform a dog’s quality of life.Guest: Georgia Wood-LeeBIO: Georgia Wood-Lee is a Registered Veterinary Nurse and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Nutrition.She has worked in veterinary nursing since 2004 and has extensive experience in clinical nutrition, obesity care and weight management. Georgia works at the University of Liverpool, where she specialises in nutrition and obesity care, and is passionate about helping veterinary teams and pet owners have practical, evidence-based conversations about nutrition.Connect with Georgia:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefatvetnurse/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiarvnvts/- BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Practice (book): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nutrition-British-Animal-Veterinary-Association/dp/1913859398🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice.👩🔬 Want evidence-based and expert-led advice on dog health and nutrition?Join the DAFY community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/579588821545585Follow DAFY on:- Instagram: www.instagram.com/dafy_dogadviceforyou/- Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572353507238- TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dafy_dogadviceforyou- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dafy-dog-advice-for-you/#dogobesity #dogweightloss #doghealth #dognutrition #caninenutrition #overweightdog #petobesity #dogdiet #veterinarynutrition #dafypodcast
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