What: Michelle Van Harn, LVT and hospice nurse at Heaven at Home, as she walks you through several strategies you can use to encourage a senior dog or cat with a diminished appetite to eat.
Why It Matters: Proper nutrition is critical for maintaining your pet’s quality of life as they age. Michelle makes a point to explain why these tactics work, leveraging your pet’s natural instincts to stimulate appetite. She also notes when it’s time to try something else, as trying too hard can have the opposite effect.
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