Lacey vet, veterinarian in Lacey, WA

Nutrition Counseling

Nutrition is one of the most important factors in maintaining good health. Proper nutrients are necessary for every organ system in the body to function properly. Nutritional deficiencies as well as excesses are a major problem in veterinary medicine.
Did you know:

• Over 60% of the pets we see over the age of 3 are overweight?
• Maintaining a pet at his/her ideal body weight can improve life expectancy by up to 20%? That means a 10 year old fit dog could live an extra 2 years at the right weight!
• Many skin problems have a nutritional component to them?
• Pets can become hypersensitive (allergic) to foods with too much waste product or additives?
• Many gastrointestinal disturbances can be linked to an inappropriate diet?
• Nutritional issues are the number one cause of medical problems in captive birds and reptiles?

When we examine your pet, we will evaluate their nutritional status and make specific recommendations regarding proper nutrition for your pet. We have a variety of prescription diets for each life stage and medical condition that we may be faced with.

When we start your pet on a nutrition program, we continue to counsel you on a continuing basis. Together, we can help your pet achieve his/her ideal weight and condition.