Recommended Diets and Parasite Preventions
There are many choices in the market for dog and cat diets. Dr. Watson feels that Purina has the best record in safety, quality, purpose, and palatibility. Not all medications are created equally. Here again, Dr. Watson has personally selected medications and supplements based on proven science. Medications we recommend have shown to be safe and effective in their intended purpose. In the area of "nutriceuticals", bioavailability becomes extremely important. There are many choices for joint supplements and omega fatty acids. Some are very good, most are not.
THERAPEUTIC DIETS:
We offer a variety of Pro Plan and Purina Veterinary diets for your pet. Pro Plan diets can vary from Performance Formula (for your working dog) to puppy and kitten. Purina Veterinary diets are made for pets with special needs, such as :
UR - Urinary Formula
Feline Only - This special diet contains complete and balanced nutrition for cats. It is formulated to promote increased water intake, which is recommended for urinary tract health. Purina Veterinary Diets® URTM St/Ox brand canned and dry feline formulas provide complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance and have been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Urinary acidification
- Promotes increased water intake
- Promotes increased urine volume
- Added taurine
DM - Diabetes Management
Feline Only - This very high-protein and low-carbohydrate diet fits a cat's unique metabolism. Purina Veterinary Diets® DM® brand feline formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for the adult cat and has been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- High protein
- Source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
- Low carbohydrate
- High level of Vitamin E
CV - Cardiovascular
Canine and Feline - With low sodium and added potassium, CV provides a highly digestible, nutritionally complete maintenance diet, with great taste to help dogs and cats readily consume. Purina Veterinary Diets® CV® formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance and has been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Low sodium
- Added potassium
- Added taurine
DH - Dental Health
Canine and Feline - Contains a patented kibble texture, with added antioxidants plus a natural source of glucosamine. Perfect nutrition for adult and senior dogs. Purina Veterinary Diets® DH® Formula and DH® brand Small Bites Formula have been formulated to provide complete and balanced nutrition for adults and seniors, while providing the following characteristics:
- Optimal kibble size
- Patented kibble texture
- Added antioxidants A and E
- Natural source of glucosamine
- Moderate calories
- Exceptional palatability
OM - Overweight Management
Canine and Feline - Is a low-fat, high-fiber, low-calorie diet. Available in dry and canned forms, Lite Biscuits complement this low calorie formula. Purina Veterinary Diets® OM® formulas provide balanced nutrition for safe and effective weight loss and have been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Low fat
- Low calorie
- High fiber
- High protein : calorie ratio
EN - Gastroeneteric
Canine and Feline - With moderate fat and low fiber, it is gentle, highly digestible, as well as good tasting. Medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) provide a readily digested and utilized energy source. Available in dry and canned forms. Purina Veterinary Diets® EN® formulas provide complete and balanced nutrition for growth of puppies and maintenance of the adult dog and have been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- High digestibility
- Source of MCTs (22-34% of fat)
- Moderate fat
- Source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
- Low fiber
- Increased antioxidant vitamins E & C
- Added Zinc
DCO - Diabetes Colitis
Canine Only - Contains high levels of complex carbohydrates, optimal soluble and insoluble fiber and a moderate level of calories, while providing a proper balance of total nutrients for adult dogs. Purina Veterinary Diets® DCO® brand canine formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of the adult dog and has been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- High level of complex carbohydrates
- Increased fiber including soluble fiber
- Moderate total dietary fat and calories
- High omega 6:3 ratio
NF - Kidney Function
Canine and Feline - Contains low phosphorus and low protein. Purina Veterinary Diets® NF® formulas provide complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance and have been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Low phosphorus
- Low protein
- Added potassium
- Low sodium
- Source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
HA - Hypoallergenic
Canine Only - Is a highly digestible diet containing a single hydrolyzed protein source and a low allergen carbohydrate source. This unique formula is also a vegetarian diet. Purina Veterinary Diets® HA® brand canine formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for the growth of puppies and maintenance of the adult dog and has been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Hydrolyzed protein source with an average molecular weight below 12,200 daltons
- Single protein source
- Source of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs)-23% of fat
- High digestibility
- Vegetarian diet
- Low allergen carbohydrate source
DRM - Dermatologic
Canine Only - Contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, as well as alternative protein sources, such as - trout, salmon and canola meal. Purina Veterinary Diets® DRM® brand canine formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for growth of puppies and maintenance of the adult dog and has been formulated to achieve the following characteristics:
- Limited number of alternative protein ingredients
- Appropriate levels of omega-6 fatty acids
- High omega-3 fatty acid content
- Increased antioxidant vitamins A and E
**All Veterinary diets should only be used as directed by your Veterinarian**
Flea, Tick, and Internal parasite Preventatives
- Active ingredient is Spinosad
- Lasts for 4 weeks
- Kills fleas and prevents infestations
- Starts killing fleas in 30 min.
- Offered as a chewable tablet, and works best when given with food
- Is organic and approved by FDA. GREEN technology
- Good for dogs that swim and bathe frequently
- Active ingredients are Metaflumizone and Amitraz
- Lasts up to 4 weeks
- Kills fleas
- Kills ticks that may transmit Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, and Rocky mountain spotted fever
- Waterproof
- Good for areas with high tick populations and dogs with mange
- Active ingredients are Permethrin and Imidacloprid
- Lasts up to 4 weeks
- Repels and kills fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting flies
- Kills flea larvae
- Kills 98%-100% of fleas within 12 hours
- Waterproof
- Good for areas with high flea populations
- Active ingredients are Imidacloprid and Moxidectin
- Prevents heartworm disease
- Lasts up to 4 weeks
- Kills fleas
- Treats hookworms, roundworms, and ear mites.
- Easy application for cats
- Good for areas with high flea populations
Frontline plus for cats and dogs
- Active ingredients are Fipronil and Methoprene
- Lasts up to 4 weeks
- Kills fleas, flea eggs and flea larvae
- Kills chewing lice
- Kills ticks
- Waterproof
- Good for areas with medium flea and heavy tick populations
- Active ingredient is Amitraz
- Kills and detaches ticks
- Lasts 3 months
- Good for areas with high tick population
- May be used in conjuction with Comfortis, Advantage Multi, Advantix, and Frontline plus
- Active ingredients are Ivermectin and Pyrantel
- Last for 4 weeks
- Prevents heartworm disease
- Treats and controls Hookworms and Roundworms
- Active ingredients are Milbemycin Oxime and Lufenuron
- Lasts for 4 weeks
- Prevents heartworm disease
- Treats and controls Hookworms, Roundworms, and Whipworms
- Kills adult fleas
- Active ingredients are Emodepside and Praziquantel
- Lasts for 4 weeks
- Treats and controls Hookworms, Roundworms, and Tapeworms