Nutrition

A veterinary n utritionist is a doctor who has specialized training and experience in animal nutrition, and is more competent in animal nutrition than any other specialist.

Their unique qualifications allow them to manage the complex clinical and physiological needs of animals, as well as to understand the causes, effects, and predictions of specific nutritional strategies.

When to visit a veterinary nutritionist and the most common symptoms of nutrition-related disorders:

• Refusal to eat in the absence of other symptoms
• Overweight/obesity
• Vomiting, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal disorders
• Reduced coat quality
• Picky eating habits
• Individual reaction to feed components or nutritional supplements

Recommendations before visiting a nutritionist:

• Make an appointment or online consultation in advance.
• Before the appointment, do not feed your pet in case you need to take tests or perform an ultrasound.
• If your pet is very anxious and stressed while traveling or visiting the clinic, use special anti-stress medications before visiting the doctor.
• Write down/photograph the full name of the food your pet eats or a detailed description of the pet's diet.
• Weigh how many grams of food your pet eats per day.
• At home, make a list of your concerns beforehand.

Nutrition is extremely important for maintaining optimal health, as well as for controlling the symptoms and progression of certain diseases in your pet.

It is important to remember that it is important to consult a veterinary nutritionist in case of any problems with your pet's diet. A specialist will help determine the cause of food or nutritional disorders and optimize nutrition for the animal, taking into account its individual needs and characteristics.