With so many pet foods available, it can be overwhelming to choose a diet best suited for your pet – especially if your pet has underlying health conditions. Pet nutrition is crucial, and finding the right diet for pets with conditions like diabetes or periodontal, heart, or kidney disease, as well as those with weight issues, allergies, or those of a giant breed, can be challenging. Nutrient profiles and the quantity of food required vary by life stage (puppy/kitten, adult, and senior/geriatric), activity level (sedentary lap dog or active, performance, or working dog), and the overall health of your pet.
Our healthcare team is ready to assist you in choosing the best food that suits your pet’s specific needs. We carry many nutritionally balanced veterinary-approved diets, including diets specifically tailored for all life stages and for those pets with specific health issues or dietary needs, such as diabetes, periodontal disease, kidney or heart disease, allergies, and pancreatitis. We can make dietary recommendations based on the health of your pet, as well as its life stage. We also will advise you on appropriate treats and supplements that will help keep your pet in top health. In conjunction with Nutritional Counseling, our healthcare team will assess your pet’s body condition score and screen for obesity as part of our Wellness and Preventive Programs.
At St. Francis Animal Hospital, we offer alternative diet options for your pet, such as fresh refrigerated diets. If you are interested in an alternative or holistic diet for your pet, our team can help you decipher through the information available on the internet and help you make sound decisions for your pet.
