Food Therapy for Pets

Personalized Nutrition Through Integrative Veterinary Care

At Brentwood Veterinary Center, food therapy is a thoughtful, individualized approach to nutrition that supports your pet’s overall health, comfort, and quality of life. Whether your pet is managing a medical condition or you simply want professional guidance on cooking healthy meals at home, our integrative food therapy services are designed to meet your pet’s unique needs.

What Is Food Therapy?

Food therapy is a personalized approach to nutrition that uses whole foods and targeted dietary planning to support health and healing. Unlike generic diet recommendations, food therapy focuses on creating a nutrition plan tailored specifically to your pet — taking into account their medical history, lifestyle, and long-term wellness goals.

This integrative service can be used alongside traditional veterinary care or as a proactive wellness tool for pets of any age.

How Food Therapy Works at Brentwood Veterinary Center

Food therapy plans at Brentwood Veterinary Center are developed by Dr. Fulghum, who carefully evaluates each patient to ensure their nutrition plan is safe, balanced, and appropriate.

This process includes a comprehensive review of:

• Your pet’s medical history and current health conditions
• Known or suspected food allergies or sensitivities
• Medications and supplements
• Age, activity level, and body condition
• Lifestyle and household routines
• Your goals as a pet owner

Using this information, Dr. Fulghum fine-tunes a personalized nutrition plan designed to support your pet’s individual needs — whether that means managing a chronic condition, supporting recovery, or maintaining long-term wellness.

What’s Included in a Food Therapy Plan

Each food therapy plan is customized and may include:

• Detailed review of health history and nutritional needs
• Identification of potential food sensitivities or allergens
• Personalized dietary recommendations
• Custom recipes for home-cooked meals
• Guidance on ingredient selection and preparation
• Portion and feeding instructions
• Adjustments over time as your pet’s needs change

Our goal is to ensure your pet receives complete and balanced nutrition while supporting their overall health and comfort.

Homemade Diet Guidance for Pets

Many pet owners are interested in preparing fresh, home-cooked meals for their pets — and food therapy provides a safe, structured way to do so.

For clients who wish to cook for their pets, Dr. Fulghum offers step-by-step guidance to help ensure homemade diets are nutritionally complete and appropriate. This includes:

• Customized recipes created specifically for your pet
• Education on proper nutrient balance
• Portion guidance based on your pet’s size, age, and activity level
• Ongoing support to avoid common deficiencies or excesses

Homemade diet guidance is available for both pets with medical needs and young, healthy pets whose owners simply want professional direction on cooking for their pets.

Who Can Benefit from Food Therapy?

Food therapy can be beneficial for pets at all life stages, including:

• Pets with chronic medical conditions
• Senior pets needing nutritional support
• Pets with food allergies or sensitivities
• Post-surgical or rehabilitation patients
• Pets requiring weight management support
• Young and healthy pets whose owners want to prepare balanced home-cooked meals

A diagnosed medical condition is not required to pursue food therapy. Many families choose this service as a proactive approach to lifelong health.

What to Expect at Your Food Therapy Consultation

During your food therapy consultation, you can expect:

• A discussion of your pet’s health history and current diet
• Review of your goals and concerns
• Development of a personalized nutrition plan
• Clear take-home instructions and recipes
• Follow-up support as needed

Each plan is designed with flexibility in mind and may be adjusted over time as your pet’s needs evolve.

Schedule a Food Therapy Consultation

If you’re interested in personalized nutrition for your pet — whether for medical support or guidance on home-cooked meals — our integrative care team is here to help.

Contact Brentwood Veterinary Center to learn more or schedule a food therapy consultation.