Veterinary Diets for Small and Toy Dogs

Specific feeding for small dogs is important when chronic or temporary conditions such as digestive disorders characterized by vomiting and diarrhea, or more complex systemic diseases, but also following accidents, operations, or periods of high stress, take hold. Specific diets for small and toy dogs should be given after consultation with your veterinarian and used for a limited period of time (with exceptions).

Nutrigenomics, the basis of scientific studies in veterinary pet food, are making it possible to go into the production of increasingly targeted specific foods. The best brands of these diets, for years engaged in the field of pet health research are: Hill's Prescription Diet, Royal Canin V-Diet, Prolife Veterinary Formula e Trovet. Small dogs are more susceptible to certain foods: their digestive system is shorter than their large cousins and therefore need foods that can 'pass' quickly without causing reflux and occlusions, causes of intestinal disorders, bad breath and vomiting. After a period of care, to avoid recurrence of the problem (for passing diseases), it is good to opt for a daily balanced diet adapted to their every need.