A Bibliometric Analysis of Researches about Dogs Diet

The most ideal diet for dogs can be possible with quality food and sufficient consumption. Nutritional requirements vary depending on age, gender, pregnancy status, existing medical conditions, exercise levels, environment, and seasonal conditions. Dog diets vary based on diagnosed conditions, health status, and breed. The goal of a dog’s diet is for the food to fully meet the animal’s bodily needs, ensure healthy growth and development through its nutritional content, provide the necessary vitamins and minerals, and maintain and support the dog’s physiological well-being.A dietary program is a key factor in preventing health problems caused by or potentially leading to issues in organs such as the liver, kidneys, and gastrointestinal system, as well as allergic skin diseases. This study is the first bibliometric analysis compiling research on canine dietary nutrition. The Scopus search engine was used for this purpose. Data from the search engine was downloaded on October 31, 2023. These data were analyzed using the VOSviewer and biblioshiny software packages. The 1,272 articles downloaded from Scopus, published between 2010 and 2023, were authored by a total of 4,729 authors. Of these authors, 39 authored articles on their own. The average number of citations per article per year is 10.62. Additionally, the average age of the articles is 5 years.A publication that uses the terms “specific collagen peptides,” “osteoarthritis,” “dog,” “metabolism,” and “cartilage tissue” is the article titled “AAHA Nutritional Assessment Guidelines for Dogs and Cats,” published by Baldwin, K. et al. in the *Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association*, which has received 215 citations. The study also identifies the top three most-cited journals, with “J. Vet. Intern. Med.” ranking first, “J. Vet. Med. Assoc.” second, and “Vet. Dermatol.” third. The findings of this study are considered valuable not only for researchers and practitioners interested in canine dietary nutrition but also for anyone seeking insights into its practical applications and potential future developments.This study contributes to the ongoing dialogue surrounding the importance of dogs, diets, animal nutrition, and nutritional diseases, and provides a roadmap for future research in this field.