THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

Management of protein-losing nephropathy relies on nutritional modifications.

Frédéric Gaschen, Dr.med.vet., Dr.habil., with Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine, explains when to suspect a dog's diet as a potential cause of chronic diarrhea and what to consider when choosing an elimination diet.​

Read perspectives on CDS and its management from veterinary behaviorist Dr. Marie Hopfensperger.

Read about the strategies, including nutrition, Bryan Torres, DVM, PhD, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR utilizes early in osteoarthritis management.

Jessica Quimby, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, explains the dangers of dehydration in cats with chronic kidney disease and provides strategies to help owners assess and address cat hydration status.

Read how general practitioner Dr. Kelsey Bertamus approaches both monitoring the cognitive health of her canine patients and helping clients understand a diagnosis of CDS.

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.

Targeted nutrition can help manage clinical signs and improve quality of life in pets with portosystemic shunts.

Nutrition can play a role in the prevention and management of periodontal disease in dogs and cats.