While we all wish that our dear companions will always enjoy the best of health, the reality is that sometimes problems arise. These may be the result of age or could have a genetic factor. The root problems isn’t the main issue here, the goal is to help our dogs feel better and live a happier, more comfortable life. Sometimes a dog will need medication for a chronic condition, and sometimes a special diet can help, too. While it might be said that health problems might be confined mostly to senior dogs, dogs of any age can develop health issues.
Hill’s understands and provides a way to manage health problems through specialized diets. Their recipes make sure that your dog will receive adequate nutrition while still making accommodation for their condition. Helping your dog live his or her best possible life is what Hill’s Prescription Diets are all about; making sure that quality of life is maintained.
Hill’s Prescription Diets
Hill’s Prescription Diets have been formulated to help owners deal with specific health problems at home. Your dog might be under a veterinarian’s care, but in many cases the food you previously fed your dog just isn’t suitable now. Dogs can suffer from acute or chronic health problems, and Hill’s Prescription Recipes may help manage these. Acute health conditions often come on suddenly. At times these could be life-threatening, but these may be only temporary problems.
Aster had been having urinary problems and our first vet seemed stumped so we took her to another. It turned out she had a bladder stone over an inch long that we had removed surgically. This is an example of an acute condition: it showed up suddenly and was cured.
Chronic conditions are those that don’t go away after a round of treatment, many dogs who develop a chronic condition will have it for the rest of their lives. In most cases they will be under a veterinarian’s care for the duration. However, dogs with kidney problems, gastrointestinal issues, allergies, arthritis, or other problems can sometimes benefit from a Hill’s Prescription Diet that is formulated specifically to provide good nutrition while still accommodating the illness.
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Metabolic Vegetables, Beef & Rice Dog Stew is designed to help an overweight dog lose weight sensibly. Obesity is a problem for too many dogs and results from us loving our friends a bit too much. Taking those pounds off sensibly, while still providing adequate nutrition, can be easier with this moist food.
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c/d Multicare Chicken, Vegetables & Rice Dog Stew addresses urinary problems. This food helps prevent the formation of calcium and struvite crystals in the urinary tract, and might even have helped prevent that nasty bladder stone that Aster had. This recipe helps to prevent these crystals forming and can help dissolve those in the process of developing. From personal experience, preventing bladder and kidney stones is extremely important.
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Gastrointestinal Biome Chicken and Carrots Stew Dog Food helps to return your dog’s gastrointestinal system to a more normal function. A dog can experience a temporary round of diarrhea, perhaps from antibiotics, or they could have a chronic condition like irritable bowel syndrome. The main thing is to stop the diarrhea as quickly as possible. This stew helps to support your dog’s intestinal biome and strengthen it. Positive results can occur within 24 hours.
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i/d Low Fat Carrots, Rice and Chicken Dog Stew Food helps to reduce excess fat in the bloodstream. Too much fat can lead to some serious health problems such as heart, gastro, and the formation of urinary tract stones. One of the key issues here is making sure that your dog is receiving adequate nutrition while on a low fat diet. Hill’s had taken care to help assure that your dog will still get the benefits he or she needs from their diet, which still addressing the central issue.
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Derm Complete Rice & Egg Recipe Wet Dog Food promotes better skin and coat condition. Itching, biting, and scratching are all indications that your dog is probably suffering from allergies. These allergies can be from almost any source, although food is often the culprit. Derm Complete helps to mitigate any irritants and improve your dog’s skin and coat.
Hill’s understands how important the health of their dog is to dog owners. While diet may not do all the ‘work’ to maintain a good level of health, the right food combined with veterinary care can tip the balance in your dog’s favor. These diets require a prescription from your veterinarian, who can also advise you on a proper feeding schedule.
Hill’s Science Diets
Hill’s Science Diets don’t require a prescription from your vet, but are designed to help your dog keep in good health. Close attention is paid to ingredients to help assure that your dog gets all the necessary nutrients for strength, stamina, and health. All phases of a dog’s life, from puppy-hood to their senior years have certain requirements that Hill’s has done their best to support.
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Adult Savoy Stew with Beef & Vegetables Dog Food will help provide an excellent diet for your adult dog between the ages of one and six years. The combination of carefully chosen ingredients may support all of your dog’s bodily functions. It is easy to digest and helps build a strong immune system.
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Puppy Chicken & Barley Entree is a great nutritional start to your puppy’s life. The demands of a puppy’s body differ from that of an adult dog – to begin with they need a lot of protein. Protein is essential for good growth and strong muscles. The addition of DHA from fish oil is important for proper development of the eyes and brain. Get your puppy off to a good start!
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Adult Small & Mini Savory Stew with Beef & Vegetables Dog Food can be the perfect solution to feeding your little guy or gal. These little dogs can sometimes be a bit fussy when it comes to eating, but I would find it hard to believe many of them would refuse this stew.
It would be impossible for me to comment on the vast number of quality dog food, Science Diet or Prescription, that Hill’s has to offer. Regardless of which product you choose, or what your vet recommends, you can be sure to count of Hill’s quality. Be sure to check out Hill’s today.