Pet Nutritional Counseling in Lake Charles

Weight management is one of the first issues pet owners tend to think of when it comes to changing their companion’s diet. It’s true that overweight pets will often experience uncomfortable or even life-threatening effects from too many extra pounds sitting around their middle. Obesity is an epidemic among companion animals, and it’s important to keep your pet from packing on extra pounds. 

Each animal responds differently to different foods, so it’s important to be willing to experiment a bit to find the right match for your pet. We can help you determine a good goal weight depending on their species. We’re also here to help you adjust your pet’s diet as their needs evolve throughout their life. For example, as your pet gets older, you may need to decrease their daily food intake to make up for their reduced activity levels and prevent weight gain. 

Speaking of different species, it’s also important to note that every type of pet we see has very different nutritional needs. A cat, for example, is an obligate carnivore, while a hamster is technically an omnivore. In addition to dogs and cats, we provide nutritional counseling for exotic pets in Lake Charles, Sulphur, and the surrounding areas. Beyond the needs of their species, individual animals can have allergies and sensitivities to foods that cause uncomfortable symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, and itchy skin.

Your pet’s food can also work as a piece of their overall illness treatment plan. Kidney, liver, and heart disease, cancer, dental disease, and bladder stones are all commonly helped with a supportive diet.