Therapeutic Veterinary Diets for Dogs and Cats

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Holly

What are therapeutic diets?

Nutrition is an important part of your dog or cat’s wellbeing. Having a balanced diet helps support vital functions in the body, support growth, and encourage longevity. Proper nutrition also plays a significant role in helping the body manage illness. Certain types of dog and cat foods, known as therapeutic veterinary diets, may be used to help control or manage problems associated with a health condition. These specialty foods contain certain types of ingredients and controlled levels of each nutrient. Therapeutic diets may be used in short or long-term dietary plans and may accompany medications or other treatments.

Why are diets prescription?

Veterinarians may choose a therapeutic diet for your dog or cat to help nutritionally manage a condition or disease. Allergies, kidney or renal, urinary, gastrointestinal disorders, weight control, and diabetes are some common medical issues that diets address. Therapeutic diets require a prescription because your vet must monitor your pet’s condition and dietary needs. These diets have increased or decreased levels of vitamins, minerals, and other ingredients that benefit animals with specific health conditions, but could be unsafe for healthy dogs and cats. Feeding a therapeutic diet for a dog or cat who does not need it may lead to problems like nutrient deficiencies. It is important to discuss your pet’s health with your vet to see if a therapeutic diet is appropriate.

One of the most recent therapeutic food lines for dogs and cats is the Blue Natural Veterinary Diets by Blue Buffalo.

Blue Natural Veterinary Diets

Blue Natural Veterinary Diets are designed for dogs and cats with specific therapeutic dietary needs. Each diet contains balanced nutrition with natural, wholesome ingredients. They are fortified with additional nutrients including Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The dry food formulas are “cold-formed” to help maintain the potency of their ingredients. Blue Natural Veterinary Diets do not contain:

Corn, wheat, or soy
Chicken or poultry by-product meals
Artificial preservatives, colors or flavors

Recently, Blue Buffalo released these two new and noteworthy formulas to their therapeutic line.

NP Novel Protein for Dogs and Cats

Blue Natural Veterinary NP is formulated for dogs and cats with food reactions, inflammatory conditions, and special dietary needs. It’s made with alligator, a novel protein and an uncommon allergy source. This diet does not contain major allergens such as beef, chicken, grains, or dairy. Blue Natural NP has easily digestible ingredients and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fermentable fibers.

W+M Weight Management + Mobility Support for Dogs

Blue Natural Veterinary WM encourages weight loss and helps prevent weight gain with reduced levels of fat and calories. It keeps dogs feeling full and satisfied with natural dietary fibers. It contains L-carnitine and betaine to help dogs maintain lean body mass and support fat metabolism. Blue Natural WM also contains glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega 3 fatty acids to help support joint health and mobility. It also helps support urinary health and the reduction of struvite stones.

The entire line of BLUE Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet formulas for dogs and cats are now available through VetRxDirect.

Blue Natural Veterinary for Cats at VetRxDirect

Gastrointestinal Support, Hydrolyzed Food Interloance, Weight Management+Urinary Care, and Kidney+Mobility Support.

Blue Buffalo Veterinary Diets at VetRxDirect

Kidney Support, Gastrointestinal Support, Hydrolyzed Food Intolerance, and Weight Management+Urinary Care

Does your dog or cat have a special diet? Leave us a comment below!

MYOS Canine Muscle Formula for Strength and Mobility

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Holly

Just like humans, dogs often lose muscle mass and strength as they age. It can be difficult to watch your dog slow down and lose their mobility. Daily activities become more challenging like going up and down the stairs, jumping into the car, getting up off the floor, etc. There are many supplements available to nutritionally manage joint and tissue health, but a new dietary supplement is available that exclusively supports muscle health in dogs. MYOS Canine Muscle Formula is the first of its kind and made originally to improve muscle growth and development in humans. MYOS Canine Muscle Formula supports optimal muscle health and may reduce muscle atrophy and weakness in dogs of all sizes. Beneficial for both aging and active dogs, it encourages better mobility, endurance, and quality of life.

Powered by Fortetropin: “A Revolutionary Ingredient”

Myos Canine Muscle Formula is an all-natural, steroid-free supplement. It contains a single active ingredient, Fortetropin®, which is a bioactive ingredient derived from fertilized, chicken egg yolk. It is made using a patented process that preserves the biological integrity and vital nutrients of the yolk. This process includes high-pressure pasteurization and dehydration which also eliminates any harmful pathogens. Fortetropin has been clinically shown to upregulate the muscle building pathways and downregulate the muscle destruction pathways, resulting in net muscle gain. Fortetropin also contains natural amino acids, vitamins, and minerals from fertilized yolk that support overall health for dogs.

The manufacturer, MYOS Rens Technology, is conducting research on the muscle promoting abilities of Fortetropin in dogs. A new study at Kansas State University has shown that Fortetropin® helps minimize muscle loss while improving recovery after dogs undergo a common orthopedic surgical procedure. Learn more about this study.

MYOS Canine Muscle Formula News & Reviews

This unique supplement is getting the attention of other dog owners, as well as veterinarians. It was recently featured in articles of the American Veterinarian and Veterinary Practice News, two major clinical news sources for vets. One article describes that this groundbreaking supplement could be a game changer for dogs with dogs with hind end weakness due to degeneration, disk disease, strokes, and arthritis. Read more. We have included a few reviews below so you check out what other dog owners are saying about MYOS Canine Muscle Formula.

5 ⭐ Submitted by J.D. ✅ Verified Buyer

“About two months after using MYOS Canine Muscle Formula, Rambo had the leg strength to do the stairs. I would have to assist him prior to this. Now he goes up and down all on his own!”

5 ⭐ Submitted by Evan ✅ Verified Buyer

“Since taking Fortetropin, Handsome, my 11 year old German Shepherd has more endurance and even my vet noticed a good improvement in him. In the past he was not able to keep up with the puupy, now he can go for a much longer time running.”

VetRxDirect carries MYOS Canine Muscle Formula, in a 6 oz pouch and 12 oz tub. This powdered supplement is mixed with your dog’s regular meal. If you think your dog may be experiencing loss in muscle mass or strength, ask your veterinarian about this new solution.