Pet Nutrition Counseling in Surrey, BC

Overweight pets face elevated risks for joint conditions, diabetes, heart disease, and shortened lifespan. Apollo Animal Hospital offers structured weight management programs that begin with a full assessment of your pet's current body condition, activity level, and feeding routine. We build a realistic, individualized plan that includes caloric targets, feeding schedules, and guidance on the right type of food for your pet's needs. Follow-up visits allow us to track progress and adjust the plan as your pet moves toward their ideal body condition.

Young animals have nutritional needs that differ significantly from adults. Puppies require diets that support rapid muscle development, bone growth, and immune maturation. Their protein, fat, and mineral requirements are higher than those of adult dogs. Kittens are obligate carnivores with specific requirements for taurine and arachidonic acid that are not present in adequate amounts in non-feline foods. At Apollo Animal Hospital, we guide you on the right food type, portion size, and feeding frequency to support healthy development through the first year and beyond.

Adult pets need balanced nutrition that supports maintained body weight, joint health, coat condition, and organ function without excess calories that contribute to weight gain. Nutritional needs vary by breed, activity level, spay or neuter status, and individual health history. Apollo Animal Hospital provides personalized nutrition guidance for adult dogs and cats, including recommendations for food type, portion size, treat limits, and appropriate supplementation where needed. We review nutrition at every annual wellness exam and adjust recommendations as your pet's needs change.

Senior pets often require a dietary shift as their metabolism slows, their kidneys and liver mature, and their muscle mass naturally decreases with age. A diet appropriate for a 3-year-old dog may not meet the changing needs of the same dog at age 10. Apollo Animal Hospital evaluates senior pets' body condition, organ function through blood work, and joint health before making dietary recommendations. We provide guidance on foods that support kidney health, joint comfort, cognitive function, and healthy body weight in the senior years.

Giant breed dogs including Great Danes, Irish Wolfhounds, Mastiffs, and Saint Bernards have unique nutritional needs at every life stage. Giant breed puppies must not be allowed to grow too quickly, as excess growth rates increase the risk of skeletal development problems. Giant breed adults benefit from joint-supportive diets that manage their weight and maintain musculoskeletal health. Apollo Animal Hospital provides detailed nutrition plans for giant breed dogs at all ages, drawing on the latest veterinary nutritional guidelines for large and giant breed management.

Pets managing chronic conditions including kidney disease, liver conditions, urinary crystals, inflammatory bowel conditions, and food allergies may benefit from a specialized veterinary-grade diet as part of their overall care plan. Apollo Animal Hospital can guide you through the selection of an appropriate food and help you transition your pet to a new diet in a way that minimizes digestive upset. We follow up regularly to assess how your pet is responding and to adjust the plan if needed.