Canine Nutrition: Fresh Diets, Injury Recovery & Performance Tips with Jennifer Carter

What role does a clean, fresh diet play in your dog's health, performance, and recovery? In this Dog Works Radio episode, we sit down with canine nutritionist Jennifer Carter to unpack how diet supports everything from injury healing to adventure readiness. If your dog is active, aging, or recovering, this conversation is packed with insights you can apply immediately.

Key Topics Explored:

• Why fresh whole food matters (vs processed kibble) • Nutrient timing for performance dogs & working breeds • Dietary support for injury recovery & joint health • Real stories: Luce's athletic journey & challenges • Practical tips for transitioning your dog's diet

Chapters / Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Jennifer & her nutrition philosophy 04:20 – Fresh food fundamentals 11:15 – Injury rehab & diet synergy 17:45 – Tips for active / performance dogs 23:30 – Recipes & diet transition steps

Resources & Links:

– Jennifer Carter's Harness work & publications – Research on nutrition in canine sports / recovery – Sample meal plans/diet conversion guides

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