Justin Shmalberg, DVM, CVA, ACVN, ACVSMR

Board-certified veterinary nutritionist and rehabilitation specialist; Chi University faculty, University of Florida Small Animal Hospital Integrative Medicine; Chi University faculty · Gainesville, Florida

University of Florida integrative medicine service chief focused on nutrition, supplements, integrative medicine, oncology nutrition, rehabilitation, and acupuncture research.

Areas of focus

• integrative canine nutrition
• food therapy
• veterinary acupuncture
• canine sports medicine and rehabilitation
• supplement literacy

Articles by Justin Shmalberg

• Can Dogs Eat Eggs? What a Veterinary Nutritionist Actually Prioritizes
• Natural Anti-Aging Ingredients vs. Pharmaceutical Longevity Drugs for Dogs
• Dog Park vs Structured Exercise for Your Dog: Which Actually Builds Fitness?
• Soft Calming Treats vs. Calming Sprays: Which Actually Works for Dogs?
• Benadryl Versus Natural Calming Supplements for Dogs: What Actually Calms an Anxious Dog
• Off-Leash Play vs On-Leash Walks for Exercise: What Actually Serves a Dog's Joints
• Glucosamine vs. MSM for Dog Joint Pain: What Each One Actually Does
• Dog Treadmill vs Outdoor Walking: Which One Actually Serves an Achy Dog Better?
• Swimming vs Walking for an Arthritic Dog: Which Actually Helps More?
• Are Mushrooms Safe for Dogs? What the Cap on Your Cutting Board and the One in Your Yard Don't Share
• Are Raisins Toxic to Dogs? Yes — Here's What Actually Happens After Ingestion
• Best Supplements to Support a Senior Dog's Immune System
• Can Dogs Eat Avocado Safely? What the Flesh, Pit, and Fat Actually Do
• Can Dogs Eat Bananas? What the Fruit Actually Does Once It Hits the Bowl
• Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? A Vet's Honest Read on the Hype
• Can Dogs Eat Bread? What That Slice on the Counter Really Costs Your Dog
• Can Dogs Eat Carrots? What a Veterinary Nutritionist Wants You to Know
• Can Dogs Eat Ham? What the Salt and Fat Really Do
• Can Dogs Eat Turkey? A Vet's Honest Read on the Plate, the Skin, and the Bones
• Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? A Vet Nutritionist's Take on Seeds, Rind, and Portions
• Low-Fat Feeding for Dogs Prone to Pancreatitis: What the Label Should Actually Say
• Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? A Vet's Guide to Prep, Portions, and Who Should Skip It