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My senior Pit Bull has thyroid issues. What food should she eat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 72 lbs

What diet should i have my 13 yr old pit bull with thyroid problems on?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 20th, 2016

Because hypothyroidism can cause weight gain, it's important to have Baby Girl on a well balanced and nutritious diet, and I would feed her a high quality dog food. Look for one that the first ingredient is derived from a protein or animal source, not corn, grain, or fillers. She doesn't need a grain free food, but she should have a food that contains protein or animal source as their number one ingredient. I recommend feeding her Royal Canin or Hills Science diet.

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