Izzy has Vestibular disease--and need food recommendations.

[The empressof all]

Needless to say I'm relieved....I thought she was having a stroke and that we'd have to have that discussion that I dread. She's been unsteady on her feet and falling down. She's been very uncomfortable getting around on hard floors and has been pretty much staying on carpet. The vet said that this often resolves itself in a few days.

http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_vestibular_disease.html

In the meanwhile he suggested that we get her a raised bowl for her food and make the switch to a wet food. She's 14 and I've fed her Nutro natural her entire life. (with the occasional scraps)
She's losing a bit of weight and although she's eating her appetite is failing a bit. Anyone have experience in switching an older dogs food? Obviously, I'll do it gradually.

[BrklynLiberal]

1. Merrick BG..Before Grain is excellent. That is what I gave my 12+ year old German Shepherd.

It comes in cans and as dry kibble type food. Various flavors.

http://www.beforegrain.com/

[yellerpup]

2. What a sweet face!

In case you missed the story on how a wolf was given massage therapy for (what sounds like a similar condition) here is a link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GC1Sw__ooE&feature=play... \

I have cats so no I can offer no personal wisdom, but I wish you and your good girl all the best. :hi: