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Nutrition & Weight Management

Are you confident that your pet’s nutritional needs are adequately being met? 

Let’s be honest: the topics of nutrition and weight control can be pretty confusing, even for the most seasoned pet parent. If you need a little guidance in this area, you’re not the only one. More importantly, the skilled staff at Makawao Veterinary Clinic is here to help! 

A Balanced Diet 

What your pet eats can mean the difference between simply surviving and truly thriving. Our experienced team will identify your pet’s unique nutritional needs and develop the perfect diet.  

The Right Weight 

A few extra pounds for a human may be no big deal but, for a pet, it can become a serious health concern. We’ll determine your companion’s ideal weight range and develop a strategy for achieving that goal.  

Ongoing Maintenance 

As pets age, their nutritional and weight control needs change as well. At certain life stages, such as the transition from youth into adulthood, we’ll revisit our approach and make any necessary adjustments.  

Puppies / Kittens

It’s easy to get confused or overwhelmed by all the pet foods on the market. We can help you weed through the choices and find a puppy or kitten food that will meet your growing pet’s nutritional needs. We even carry many nutritionally balanced, veterinary-approved brands in our clinic.

Feel free to ask us for a food recommendation or to contact us with any nutrition questions or concerns you might have.

Giant Breeds

Giant breeds such as Great Danes, Irish wolfhounds, and giant schnauzers have unique dietary requirements. Very few commercial puppy foods offer the ideal mix of calcium, energy, and protein levels that these breeds need. We can provide you with feeding recommendations that will encourage your dog’s maximum growth potential without causing developmental problems. For added convenience, we also stock veterinary-approved diets for giant breeds.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any concerns regarding your dog’s nutrition or if you would simply like to discuss this topic with us.