Condition Specific Dog Food

If your dog has a medical condition and struggles with it, having condition specific dog food helps to support their health. But we stock a wide range of medical dog food for a lot of different conditions and medical needs. So what dog food is best for your dog all depends on their needs and preferences. There are some brands that only produce dog food for specific medical conditions, and others who sell everyday dog food too. Knowing which dog food is best for your dog’s health condition can be hard, so speaking to a vet may help.

We stock a wide range of medical dog food for your dog’s condition, ranging from dental, diabetic dog food, gastrointestinal, heart health, joint support, kidney, liver, nutritional support, skin and allergy, stress, urinary and bladder issues, and weight management dog food. So, whatever your dog’s condition you can supply specialised food to support their health needs.

Hypoallergic dog food is a great choice for dogs with allergies to specific foods. Just like humans, dogs can have allergies and reactions to specific foods. Allergies to foods can cause stomach and digestion issues as well as skin allergies and sensitive skin.

Dog food for allergies is usually free from wheat, beef, dairy, soya, artificial colourings and preservatives and grain free, all these ingredients can cause allergies in dogs. With hypoallergic dog food, it is easier to digest as it is filled with protein and has all the right levels of vitamins and minerals.

Hypoallergic dog food also helps with dog skin conditions. From itchy skin to your dog’s coat, skin conditions are usually the side effect of an allergy. If your dog’s skin and coat is sore, irritated, itchy, or scaly, having a dog food for sensitive skin may be the solution. The best dog food for skin conditions is those that contain omega-3 and zinc. These dog foods for sensitive skin will alleviate your dog’s allergy by providing your dog with the right nutrition and nourish, soothe, and treat the skin.

The best hypoallergic dog food all depends on what your dog’s preference on flavour might be, but a good brand to start with is James Wellbeloved or Royal Canin hypoallergic dog food. Both these brands are great for sensitive stomachs, allergies, and contain all the right vitamins and nutrients. We also stock a wide range of dog allergy relief, which can also help to alleviate your dog’s symptoms.

Gastrointestinal dog food helps your dog’s digestion, stomach, and intestine issues. Signs your dog has gastrointestinal problems could be drooling, diarrhoea, vomiting, not eating, or stomach tenderness. Your dog’s gastrointestinal problems could be caused by a number of factors, including trauma, toxins, or medication. With gastrointestinal dog food you can manage your dog’s symptoms, and some can even go back to a normal diet. But for more severe conditions, feeding your dog GI dog food is a life-long treatment. The best dog food for gastrointestinal problems all depends on your dog’s personal choice, but good brands to start with is Royal Canin or Hill's.

We also stock a wide range of digestion probiotics to help your dog’s gastrointestinal issues.

Just like humans, dogs can be diabetic, but having condition-specific dog food can help you manage your dog’s diabetes.  And just like humans, there are two types of diabetes for dogs, they are more likely to get something similar to ‘Type 1’ diabetes. This type of diabetes for dogs means that your dog can no longer make insulin.

Having special medical dog food can play an important role in the management in diabetes for dogs:

Diabetic dog food provides your dog with the right nutrients to regulate your dog’s glucose supply. With high protein, fibre, and low fat, dog food for diabetic dogs will help to manage their symptoms.

As with any food, the best dog food for diabetes all depends on what flavour your dog prefers, but a good brand is Royal Canin diabetic dog food, which contains levels of rapid glucose releasing carbohydrates. Make sure your pet drinks plenty of water as fibre can take water from the body and means frequent trips to the bathroom.

Dogs can also get ‘Type 2’ diabetes which is associated with being overweight and obesity, this type of diabetes the issues can usually be solved by feeding your dog a food for weight loss. We stock a wide range of weight-management dog food.
 

Your dog’s weight and body condition directly impacts their health and wellbeing. So, maintaining a healthy weight is ideal. There is a variety of different weight management dog food formulas for your dog, which can help your dog maintain, gain, or lose weight. If your dog is obese or overweight, having a dog food for weight loss will give your dog the same amount of nutrients and less calories to help them lose weight. On top of this, exercise and more walks will help your dog manage their weight. The best dog food for weight management all depends on your dog’s taste but great brands are Royal Canin, Hills, and Purina. Their high-quality medical food is a popular choice for weight management. 

Weight control dog food can also help dog size. As smaller dogs and larger dog breeds have different metabolism levels, having weight management dog food can help your dog maintain their ideal weight. Since larger breeds are more prone to gain weight, the best weight management dog food for large breeds contains the right amount of nutrition but bigger kibble sizes so your dog consumes less. However, the best dog food here would be breed-specific dog food, as the food is tailored to your dog’s size and needs.

If you need help choosing which condition specific dog food is best for your furry friend, talk to our team who can help to find the perfect medical food for your dog.