THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) caused by taurine deficiency in cats was once a common diagnosis for feline heart disease. Today, DCM accounts for less than 10% of feline heart disease. Good nutrition plays many roles in heart health.

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

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

Nutrition is integral to the successful management of diabetic cats.

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

Nutrition plays an important role in a multimodal management plan for cats with pancreatitis.

Nutritional support is an important part of a multimodal management plan for dogs with acute pancreatitis.

Dietary modification can be an important component of a long-term management plan for dogs with chronic pancreatitis.

Nutritional support is a valuable adjunct in the management of dogs with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.