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THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

Useful information about the needs of cats and dogs with nutritionally sensitive health conditions.

Resources

Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease

Cardiovascular Conditions

Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease

Read about the science behind a novel nutritional intervention for dogs with early stage MMVD.

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6 min to 10 min

Lean Body Mass & Protein

Abnormal Body Condition

Lean Body Mass & Protein

Discover the importance of Lean Body Mass (LBM) in overall health for dogs and cats, and the role a high-protein diet can play in slowing LBM loss.

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11 min to 15 min

Management of Obesity in Cats

Abnormal Body Condition

Management of Obesity in Cats

Management of obesity in cats

Transforming Heart Health

Cardiovascular Disorders

Transforming Heart Health

A novel dietary intervention for dogs with early stage myxomatous mitral valve disease

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20+ minutes

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs

Pancreatic Disorders

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs

Nutrition plays an important role in the management of diabetic dogs.

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1 min to 5 min

Unexplained Weight Loss

Abnormal Body Condition

Unexplained Weight Loss

When unexplained weight loss occurs, assess the pet’s diet, energy needs, and appetite. Targeted nutrition can help the pet regain a healthy weight and body condition.

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1 min to 5 min

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in Dogs

Cardiovascular Disorders

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in Dogs

Nutrition can play an important role in helping to manage the clinical signs that occur when the heart no longer adequately compensates for changes associated with heart disease.

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1 min to 5 min

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Cats

Cardiovascular Disorders

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Cats

Cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) often appear healthy. If clinical signs do occur, then nutritional modifications can be an important part of patient care.

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1 min to 5 min

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

Pancreatic Disorders

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

Nutrition is integral to the successful management of diabetic cats.

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1 min to 5 min

Tips for a Pet-Friendly Relocation

Brain & Cognitive Disorders

Tips for a Pet-Friendly Relocation

If you are planning a relocation to a new home, follow the tips to help your pet throughout the process.

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1 min to 5 min

Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs

Nutrition can play an important role in diagnosis and management of dogs with chronic enteropathy.

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1 min to 5 min

Recovery from Orthopedic Injuries

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Recovery from Orthopedic Injuries

Nutritional strategies can improve recovery from orthopedic injuries in pets.

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1 min to 5 min