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Nutrition
Nutrition has a direct impact on your pet’s lifespan and overall health. The right, high-quality diet can support the management — and in some cases improvement — of specific medical conditions.
We offer comprehensive nutritional consultations to help address obesity, safe weight loss, and a wide range of diet-related concerns, ensuring your pet receives a plan tailored to their individual needs.
What Constitutes Good Nutrition for Cats and Dogs?
With so many pet food brands, trending diets, and confusing ingredient lists, choosing the right food can feel overwhelming. Good nutrition, however, comes down to a few key principles.
To support your pet’s health, we recommend:
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Feeding a diet that meets established nutritional standards for your pet’s life stage and size (look for an AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement on the label).
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Choosing brands that employ a qualified veterinary nutritionist.
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Limiting treats to no more than 10% of daily caloric intake.
Balanced, complete nutrition is one of the most powerful tools we have to support longevity and prevent disease.
Nutrition Consultations & Healthy Weight Checks
At every wellness visit, we assess your pet’s weight and body condition and discuss diet, lifestyle, and activity levels. If needed, we can review specific brands and feeding plans to determine what best suits your pet.
Pets who are overweight, underweight, or managing a medical condition often benefit from a dedicated nutrition consultation. Our veterinarians can create a tailored plan that includes:
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Specific food recommendations
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Precise portion guidance
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Treat allowances
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Supplement advice (if appropriate)
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Exercise recommendations
The goal is simple: a balanced, complete diet that supports a healthy weight and long-term wellbeing.