905.285.0002 Westbridge Veterinary Hospital

Dog Nutrition and Weight Management

February 21, 2020
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Did you know puppies, kittens and pregnant or nursing females need to be fed higher energy food, while middle age and older pets may need help with weight control? Pets with dental disease or kidney disease may also be assisted with changes in diet. Our veterinarians and technicians are trained to offer nutritional advice for a wide variety of foods and related issues.

Ask us about the nutritional requirements of your pet, and we can direct you to one of the prescription foods. We also carry Herbal supplements to support the treatment of specific conditions.

What is a Body Condition Score?

Where does your pet fit? The Body Condition Scores help to determine whether your pet is overweight. Veterinarians have been recently provided with new and effective methods of weight reduction for dogs. Please feel free to call us and inquire about this new option in giving back their mobility and conditioning.