Formulating Pet Food For Racing Dogs | SOP Ep. 122 - Dr. Tim Hunt

Dogs that participate in sled racing are built differently. Therefore, they also need a different kind of dog food if they are to perform at their best. Janet King and Dr Alice Jeromin are joined by Dr Tim Hunt, who has launched his own pet food company to bridge the nutrition gap being faced by dogs competing in the annual Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. He explains why fat is the most critical energy source for sled dogs and why stool quality is the most reliable metric for determining if a dog is properly fueled. Dr. Hunt also stresses the powerful bond between humans and sled dogs, as well as why lead dogs are born and not trained. ◇ ─ ◇ ─ ◇ All footage is owned by SLA Video Productions. Chapters: [01:30] Starting His Own Pet Food Company [14:27] Major Nutritional Changes Since The 90’s [19:14] Raising Your Team’s Lead Dancer [20:50] Huge Lessons From The Bond Between Humans And Animals [28:49] Recommended Diet For Dog Racing Coaches And Physical Training [43:19] Why Racing Dogs Need The Right Kind Of Supplements [56:49] Dr. Tim’s Pet And Human Peeves