PET HEALTH & NUTRITION COUNSELING
Many pet parents are struggling to figure out a proper health & nutrition plan for their pets. There is so much good (and bad) information on the internet, so it makes it tough to sift through it all and know what will be best for your pet.
Our animals’ nutrition is extremely important to their overall health and wellness. At Pug & Hound, our pet nutrition guidance empowers pet owners to provide their animals with a high-quality diet during the course of each period of life. Proper diet and supplementation can help improve many health issues including; food intolerances, pet food allergies, excessive weight gain or weight management, nutritional deficiencies, animal diabetes, skin and coat conditions, kidney disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and poor immune response.
Nutritional demands for dogs and kitties vary due to many factors including age, size, breed, activity levels, physical health, and more, subsequently, a one-size-fits-all solution to nutrition will not do the job. We can counsel you on which types of foods will be ideal based upon your animal’s demands, quantity to feed, and what to look out for on pet food labels.
In addition to nutritional guidance, we also delve into factors like lifestyle, environment, and supplementation to give you a whole-health holistic protocol for your pet.
*All consults are done with Krysta Fox only*
CAT NUTRITION
Cat nutrition is closely connected to overall wellness, and a cat’s diet can even help improve a variety of issues including common allergies, hyperparathyroidism, and food intolerances. Obesity is also a growing issue and overweight cats are at risk for a whole multitude of problems such as arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, breathing problems, renal disease, heart disease, and a life expectancy lessened by as much as 20%. Kitties are obligate carnivores which means that the best diet for cats is one high in protein and low in carbohydrates. No matter if your cat is dealing with a weight problem or requires a unique diet in conjunction with healthcare maintenance and treatment, we will counsel you on the various nutritional options that are available to cat parents. Don’t be reluctant to get in touch with us if you have any questions about finding the purrrrrrfect cat diet.
BLOODWORK REVIEW
If you are simply looking for help understanding your dog or cat’s recent labwork, such as blood results, we can take time to go over these results with you to help you better understand what they mean. Simply use our booking link and select “Labwork Review Only”. Please note, this type of consult does not include nutritional or health protocols. This is simply a labwork review only.
NUTRITION FOR SPECIFIC PET CONDITIONS
When dogs and cats have specific conditions, it can be difficult to know how to help. We can provide guidance for a number of conditions. Please always consult your veterinarian first. If your dog has a serious health concern, and you would like a tailored, integrative protocol, please select “In Depth Consultation for serious issues” when booking your consult.
PUPPY AND KITTEN NUTRITION
Puppies and kittens necessitate suitable nutrients and calories in order to help them grow. That being said, the very same strategy that works for a smaller breed puppy, such as a Maltese, would not be ideal for a large breed, such as a Rottweiler. Many problems can be prevented using a proactive approach to health from the start. We can customize a wellness protocol to set your pup up for a long and healthy life. Select “Standard Consultation” for this type of consult when booking.
SENIOR PET NUTRITION
When a cherished animal gets older, their eating habits and dietary requirements can adjust too. As a general guideline, animals are regarded as elderly when they’ve arrived at one-half of their expectation of life. If a senior animals’ exercise and metabolic levels decline, it may be time to decrease their caloric consumption to help prevent obesity as the extra weight is just as unhealthy for animals as it is for people. Since senior pets usually have more than one issue to address, we suggest selecting “In Depth Consultation” for a senior wellness protocol.