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THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

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

Resources

Chronic Pancreatitis in Dogs

Pancreatic Disorders

Chronic Pancreatitis in Dogs

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

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1 min to 5 min

Feline Chronic Enteropathy

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Feline Chronic Enteropathy

Diet modification can play either a central or an adjunct role in a multimodal approach to managing cats with chronic enteropathy.

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1 min to 5 min

Hyperlipidemia In Dogs

Pancreatic Disorders

Hyperlipidemia In Dogs

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

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1 min to 5 min

Obesity in Dogs and Cats

Abnormal Body Condition

Obesity in Dogs and Cats

Obesity has many adverse impacts on pet health. Dietary therapy is a cornerstone of weight management in dogs and cats.

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1 min to 5 min

Feline Osteoarthritis

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Feline Osteoarthritis

Nutrition can play a key role in the management of osteoarthritis in cats.

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1 min to 5 min

Halitosis in Dogs and Cats

Dental/Oral Health Disorders

Halitosis in Dogs and Cats

Nutrition can play a role in the management of halitosis in pets.

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1 min to 5 min

A Comprehensive Approach to NUTRITIONAL MANAGEMENT OF CANINE IDIOPATHIC EPILEPSY

Brain & Cognitive Disorders

A Comprehensive Approach to NUTRITIONAL MANAGEMENT OF CANINE IDIOPATHIC EPILEPSY

Metabolic dysfunction in the brain is both a cause and a consequence of epileptic seizures. Learn how diet, as part of a comprehensive approach to managing epilepsy, may reduce seizure frequency and improve a dog’s quality of life.

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20+ minutes

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

Cardiac Conditions/Heart Failure

Cardiovascular Conditions

Cardiac Conditions/Heart Failure

Heart disease invariably progresses, but it does not always lead to heart failure. The prognosis depends on the pet’s overall health, the type of heart disease and its rate of progression.

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6 min to 10 min

Cardiac Conditions

Cardiovascular Conditions

Cardiac Conditions

Learn about new roles for nutrients for pets with heart disease.

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6 min to 10 min

Communicating With Pet Owners About Canine and Feline Obesity

Abnormal Body Condition, Excess Body Weight

Communicating With Pet Owners About Canine and Feline Obesity

Positive, productive client conversations about pet obesity are possible through the use of communication strategies focused on health-related outcomes, quality of life, and the importance of the human-animal bond. 

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1 min to 5 min

Applications for HYDROLYZED PROTEIN DIETS in Dermatologic and Gastrointestinal Diseases

Dermatological Disorders, Gastrointestinal Disorders

Applications for HYDROLYZED PROTEIN DIETS in Dermatologic and Gastrointestinal Diseases

Learn about adverse food reactions and how hydrolyzed protein diets can be used for the management of certain skin and gastrointestinal conditions.

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16 min to 20 min