Author: Marc Smith, DVM

Dr. Marc Smith is a practicing veterinarian in Nashville, TN. His areas of specialty include Traditional Western Medicine, Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Chiropractic and Prolotherapy. He is also co-creator of PET | TAO Pet Foods, the first commercially available line of pet food, treats, and supplements combining Western nutritional science with Eastern Food Therapy.

3 Surefire Dog Arthritis Symptoms

3 Surefire Symptoms of Dog Arthritis

Is he an adult or senior exhibiting lethargy and joint discomfort? He could have arthritis. What’s even more fascinating is that small dogs can have different signs and symptoms than large dogs. These symptoms can wax and wane depending on a variety of factors including ambient temperature, previous exercise, and body condition. Dogs are skilled […]

PET | TAO Transparency: How We Make Our Products

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Is your pet food manufacturer transparent? Can you go online and read exactly where the products and/or materials come from? In the U.S., four manufacturers account for more than 80 percent of all retail sales in the pet food market. Because of the monopoly, it can be difficult to differentiate between brands. Which company is […]

Whats More Dangerous: BPA or the Alternatives?

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Have You Heard of BPA? Chances are, you have come across BPA. Imagine you’re at the grocery store looking at cans of soup. You see cans labeled “BPA-FREE!” So, what is BPA? And why do some manufacturers avoid it? Furthermore, if your pet’s food cans contain this chemical, is your furry friend in danger? What […]

Pet Food Variability: Why is Each Can Different?

Pet Food Variability: Why is Each Can Different?

When you open a can of your pet’s premium food, do you wonder why the product always appears the same in every can? Does it bring up memories of Spam from back in the good old days? Consumer demand drives the consistency of the product. The average consumer has an expectation when they open a […]

Meet the TCVM Veterinarians: Dr. Casey Damron and Dr. Marc Smith

Meet the TCVM Veterinarians: Dr. Casey Damron and Dr. Marc Smith

We have been friends for a long time – since 1994 to be exact! My clinics sit a mere 13 miles from Casey’s clinic. We share medical cases. So, we know each other well. Yet, it was back in 2006 when our career paths changed. In 2006, we both went back to school to learn […]

Why Should You Cook Homemade Pet Food?

Why Should You Cook Homemade Pet Food?

When it comes to your pets, do you want to be a powerful health advocate for them? You may need to cook homemade pet food for your pet. They are part of your family, right? But, your pets don’t have the option to research what’s best for them. Take Control and Educate Yourself About Homemade […]