Nutritional Implications In Clinically ILL Dogs

Lipismita Samal, Chinmoy Mishra

Indian Veterinary Resaerch Institute, Izatnagar - 243 122, Dist. Bareilly, UP

Corresponding Author: Chinmoy Mishra (drchinmoymishra@gmail.com)

Abstract :

Diseases bring about a cascade of general and systemic alterations in the body. It is part of the clinician's role to determine the cause behind the diseases and associated clinical signs that indicate a need for treatment or further investigation. However, the need for nutritional support should be recognized and initiated early during the course of hospitalization. Ultimately, a correct diagnosis and appropriate dietary management depend on a logical approach to the investigation. At each stage, careful assessment is required to ensure that diagnostic tests are suitably discriminatory. Results must be critically appraised and related back to the nutritional status of the patient at all times. Prior to selecting the type of diet, a careful dietary history must be obtained from the pet owner. Nutrition is, thus, an important part of disease management and prevention.