Medical Review Board | Can Dogs Eat

Our Review Process

Every article about food safety undergoes thorough review by veterinary professionals before publication. Our Medical Review Board ensures that all medical claims are accurate, current, and based on established veterinary science.

✓ Medical Accuracy

Verify all medical claims are supported by credible veterinary sources and current research.

✓ Safety Classification

Ensure foods are correctly classified as safe, toxic, or requiring caution based on veterinary consensus.

✓ Emergency Guidance

Confirm that emergency instructions and poison control information are accurate and appropriate.

✓ Current Standards

Ensure content reflects the latest veterinary guidelines and research findings.

Reviewer Requirements

Our medical reviewers must meet these strict criteria:

✓Licensed Veterinarian: Active DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
✓Good Standing: No disciplinary actions or license restrictions
✓Clinical Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical practice
✓Continuing Education: Active participation in veterinary continuing education
✓No Conflicts: No undisclosed financial relationships with pet food companies

Preference for Board Certification: We prioritize reviewers with board certification in relevant specialties such as veterinary emergency and critical care (DACVECC), toxicology, or internal medicine.

Veterinary Review Team

Our content is reviewed by licensed veterinary professionals with expertise in small animal medicine, toxicology, and emergency care.

🔄 Building Our Team

We are actively recruiting licensed veterinarians to join our Medical Review Board. Our content is currently based on authoritative sources including:

• AKC (American Kennel Club) official resources
• FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
• ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
• Peer-reviewed veterinary journals
• Clinical toxicology databases

Interested in joining our Medical Review Board? Contact us at [email protected]

Reviewer Compensation

We believe veterinary expertise should be fairly compensated:

✓ Reviewers are compensated for their time and expertise
✓ Compensation does not influence editorial decisions
✓ All financial relationships are disclosed
✓ Reviewers maintain editorial independence

Review Standards

Content Review Checklist

Each reviewer completes a comprehensive checklist ensuring:

Medical Accuracy

✓ Toxicity information correct
✓ Symptoms accurately described
✓ Dosage information precise
✓ Mechanism of toxicity explained

Safety Guidance

✓ Classification appropriate
✓ Warnings clearly stated
✓ Emergency steps correct
✓ Serving guidelines safe

Source Quality

✓ Sources are authoritative
✓ Citations are accurate
✓ Information is current
✓ Conflicts disclosed

Clarity & Completeness

✓ Language is clear
✓ All risks addressed
✓ Disclaimers present
✓ Context provided

Reviewer Authority

Medical reviewers have final authority on:

✓ Medical Claims: Can require removal or modification of any medical statement
✓ Safety Classifications: Can change food classification (safe/toxic/caution)
✓ Emergency Guidance: Must approve all emergency instructions
✓ Publication: Can prevent publication until concerns are addressed

Ongoing Veterinary Oversight

Medical review doesn't end at publication:

→Annual Reviews: All content reviewed annually by veterinarians
→Alert System: Reviewers notified of new research affecting published content
→Reader Feedback: Medical concerns raised by readers trigger veterinary review
→Emergency Updates: Critical safety information prompts immediate veterinary re-review

Important Notice

Veterinary Review Does Not Create a Doctor-Patient Relationship

While our content is reviewed by licensed veterinarians, this does not establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). Our reviewers provide general educational oversight, not individual medical advice.

For medical advice specific to your dog, consult with a licensed veterinarian who can examine your pet and understand their individual health history.

🚨 Emergencies:

If your dog has consumed something potentially toxic, contact:

📞 Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661

📞 ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435

Join Our Medical Review Board

Are you a licensed veterinarian interested in contributing to pet safety education?

We are seeking qualified veterinary professionals to join our Medical Review Board. This is an opportunity to help dog owners make informed decisions about their pets' diets and potentially prevent poisonings.

Qualifications We Seek:

• Active DVM license in good standing
• 3+ years clinical experience
• Experience in small animal medicine
• Board certification preferred (DACVECC, toxicology, internal medicine)

Time Commitment:

Flexible - Review articles on your schedule. Most reviews take 15-30 minutes.

Contact us:

[email protected]