Dietary Counselling | Huntington Beach Pet Hospital

A Healthy Diet A healthy diet is an important part of your pet’s overall health. Nutrition plays a critical role in the overall health and well-being of your pet. Your pet’s nutritional needs change with age and activity level. Specially formulated diets can assist in the management of various medical conditions like kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease. Work closely with your veterinarian to find the right food and the right intake amount for your pet. Our hospital is stocked with a variety of foods that fit the needs of all pets. When looking for specialty pet food in Huntington Beach, CA, we’re stocked and have what your pet needs.

Healthy Choices for Healthy Pets With so many pet foods on the market, finding the right fit can be overwhelming. That’s where we come in. Whether you're managing a stubborn urinary issue, helping your pet lose weight, or just trying to keep them on the right track nutritionally, we’re here to help.

Dr. Lewis and the Huntington Beach Pet Hospital team are always happy to provide tailored recommendations for your puppy, adult, or senior pet—no matter their health or dietary needs.

Prescription Diets for Specific Conditions

We carry a targeted selection of prescription diets designed to provide quick relief and long-term support for common medical issues, including:

Diarrhea

Cystitis (urinary tract issues)

Renal (kidney disease)

Food allergies

These diets are formulated to support your pet’s comfort and health while addressing specific conditions.

Please note: We don’t stock full daily diets, but we’re happy to guide you to trusted options for ongoing nutrition.

Our Recommended Brands

To support your pet’s daily needs, we provide a handout featuring our top four recommended brands, covering a range of feeding preferences:

Fresh food: FreshPet and Just Food for Dogs

Just Food for Dogs (fresh food)

Kibble & canned food: Hill’s Science Diet and Purina Pro Plan

Purina Pro Plan (kibble & canned food)

You’ll also find direct links to our recommended prescription and non-prescription foods right here on our website—making it easy to order veterinarian-approved diets with confidence.

Home-Cooked Diets If you prefer to prepare meals at home, we’ll make sure you have the right support. We recommend:

Consulting a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, such as those at Blue Pearl

Using BalanceIT, a trusted tool for creating safe, balanced recipes formulated by veterinarians

Trusted Foods To make it easy, we provide direct links to our recommended prescription and non-prescription foods right here on our website. You can conveniently order what your pet needs while ensuring it’s veterinarian-approved.