Veterinary Clinic
Companion Animal Nutrition
No matter what breed, size, or life cycle your pet is in, we carry nutritionally complete dog and cat food.
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About Companion Pet Nutrition
Companion pet health is significantly impacted by nutrition, particularly weight management, especially as pets age. One of the most important aspects of preserving a pet’s health is weight management. For cats and dogs, the typical serving size is 120–170 calories per pound of body weight. Increase calorie intake if you’re attempting to assist your companion pet put on weight; lower caloric intake if you want your companion pet to shed some pounds.
Companion animal food classifications:
- By-products – Companion Pet food that contains by-products
- Natural - Coming from plants, animals, and/or mined sources
- Organic - 95% produced and handled in observance of all USDA National Organic Program requirements.
More On Companion Pet Food Categorization
Remember that superiority is not implied by a companion pet food categorization. There is a common misconception that companion pet diets made from natural or organic ingredients are superior to those made from by-products. Some natural and organic foods don’t always include the vitamins and minerals that a food containing a byproduct can. No matter which category it falls under, the fundamental objective of companion pet food is to maintain a nutritious and balanced diet. This may be done by feeding your companion pet the proper food. Our veterinary experts will be happy to offer you ideas if you need assistance selecting healthy companion pet food.
Prescription Diets
In order to meet the additional nutritional requirements of companion pets with illnesses or diseases, medicated diets are developed. Pet food is made specifically for animals with allergies, arthritis, cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, pancreatitis, and other conditions by a number of firms. Contact our clinic right away if you believe a medicated diet will be beneficial for your companion pet.
Supplements
Your companion pet’s requirements for fiber rise as they age while those for phosphorus, salt, calcium, and protein decline. As your companion pet ages, dietary supplements might assist meeting their demands. Additionally, supplements have medicinal use. Among the helpful supplements for your companion pet are vitamins and glucosamine. If you believe dietary supplements will be beneficial for your companion pet, please let your veterinarian know.
