The tastiest medicine

Sometimes, good food really is the best therapy. No, we’re not talking about sweets or cupcakes (although our staff would never say no to cupcakes!) – we’re actually referring to prescription diets for pets!

Here are some of the most frequently prescribed therapeutic diets for our feline patients and how they can help support common health conditions.

Kidney support diet
These diets are formulated with reduced levels of protein and salt to reduce the workload on the kidneys. They also have reduced levels of phosphorous (which can build up in the bloodstream of cats with kidney disease and contribute to unwellness), as well as added omega-3 fatty acids for anti-inflammatory effect.

Kidney support diets have been proven to improve and lengthen quality of life in cats with chronic kidney disease.

Gastro-intestinal support diets
For cats with “sensitive” tummies or temporary gut upsets, there are digestion support diets, formulated with easily digestible proteins and carbohydrates, and increased levels of fibre to help support good gut bacteria.

For pets with suspected or confirmed food allergies, we prescribe hypoallergenic diets, which contain only novel or hydrolysed (specially altered) proteins that are less likely to trigger a pet’s allergy and cause gut upset.

Weight loss diet
These diets are formulated to help cats lose excess weight, and then maintain a healthy body condition long-term. With higher levels of protein and fibre, they support fat-burning whilst helping pets to feel full and satisfied.

These diets are very useful for cats requiring significant weight loss, where simply reducing their regular food quantities would place them at risk of nutrient deficiencies and unhealthy muscle loss.

Have a chat with us today about the healthiest nutrition for your cat!