Tailored Summer Nutrition: How Express Vets’ Specialty Diet Plans Keep Pets Fit for Fall
With summer in full swing, many pet parents find themselves on vacation or celebrating with cookouts—temptations for overweight pets. While those extra treats may seem harmless, even small dietary imbalances now can lead to bigger health issues later, from joint strain to digestive upset. That’s why Express Vets is reminding clients this July: our specialty diet consults, backed by in‑clinic diagnostics, can help keep your pet at the perfect weight—while still enjoying summer fun.
Why Summer Nutrition Needs Extra Attention
Warm weather means more snacks, stray summer leftovers, and even guests who coo extra treats. Though routine wellness exams catch major issues, nutrition is often overlooked until months later—when stopping weight gain becomes more difficult. July is an ideal time to reassess your pet’s food, schedule a personalized diet plan, and address any early lab abnormalities related to nutrition.
At Express Vets, we combine our specialty diet consults with diagnostics—from weight tracking and body condition scoring to lab work from our onsite diagnostic lab—to get a clear picture of your pet’s nutritional health. Together, we customize plans for weight loss, food sensitivities, renal issues, or urinary health.
What the Specialty Diet Consult Includes
- Review of Current Diet + Lifestyle
Tell us what and when your pet is eating, who’s feeding them, and what their activity level looks like right now. - Body Condition Assessment
We use standardized scoring to identify if your dog or cat is underweight, ideal, or overweight. - Diagnostic Lab Testing
Optional annual bloodwork, urinalysis, and parasite screening help rule out underlying issues like endocrine disorders, kidney disease, or pancreatitis. - Personalized Food Recommendations
Options include weight management diets, sensitive-stomach formulas, kidney/urinary support, or specialty proteins. Transition plans help avoid GI upset. - Follow-Up Support
Check‑ins every 4–6 weeks—via phone, telemedicine, or in-person—help track progress and tweak the plan as needed.
Why Express Vets’ Approach Works
- Efficient & affordable: Nutrition plans are bundled into preventive care visits or wellness plans—no separate appointments.
- Lab support in-house: We don’t need to refer you elsewhere for diagnostics.
- Flexible follow‑ups: Telemedicine check-ins make accountability easy—no extra travel.
- Local expertise: Our veterinarians know regional summer conditions (like humidity and heat), and tailor activity levels accordingly.
- Preventative value: A healthy weight lowers long-term risk for joint, heart, and endocrine issues, avoiding future expenses.
Client Story: Bella’s Summer Slim‑Down
Bella, a 6‑year‑old Labrador mix, was up two pounds following family holiday visits. During her routine July exam, our vet recommended lab work and switched her to a weight‑management diet. With a mid‑July follow‑up via phone, her portions were adjusted and treats swapped for carrot sticks. By August, Bella was back to her ideal weight—and her owner was thrilled with the plan’s convenience and success.
July Nutrition Action Plan
- Book a specialty diet consult during your pet’s annual wellness visit.
- Add on basic lab work to uncover hidden nutrition-related issues.
- Choose the right diet—weight loss, GI support, or joint health.
- Schedule a follow‑up check-in to stay on track.
- Take advantage of telemedicine for simple progress updates.
This July, don’t wait for summer weight gain or upset tummies to end fun season early. With Express Vets’ expert specialty diet programs, you’ll keep your pet fit, energized, and ready for fall adventures—without compromising on joy, treats, or convenience.
Ready to start your pet’s personalized nutrition plan? Call 678-EXPRESS or book online today. Let’s make this summer the healthiest one yet—one tailored bite at a time.
