Is This Food
Right for My Pet?
Nutritional Testing for Better Health, Longevity, and Confidence in Every Bite
Start with What Matters Most: What’s Going On Inside
Premium kibble. Fresh food subscriptions. Home-cooked meals. Raw diets. Supplements galore.
Pet owners today are investing more than ever in nutrition—but how do we know it’s working?
VDI Laboratory’s Nutritional Testing gives veterinarians and pet parents a clinical window into nutritional status, helping answer the most important dietary questions:
- Is this diet truly supporting my pet’s health?
- Are they getting the essential vitamins and minerals they need?
- Can I intervene now to support longevity, resilience, and vitality?
Whether the goal is performance, prevention, or treatment—nutrition is the foundation. VDI helps you test it.
Testing with VDI
VDI’s tests are designed to provide objective, lab-based insight into the true nutritional status of your patients—so you’re no longer guessing based on labels, brand names, or feeding guidelines.
Essential Vitamins Testing
A simple blood test can evaluate the four core vitamins most often linked to immune function, neurological health, energy metabolism, and oxidative stress:
- Vitamin D – Inflammation, cancer, immune function
- Vitamin B12 – GI absorption, energy metabolism
- Folate (B9) – Methylation, cell division
- Magnesium – Enzymatic cofactor
Why it matters: Even pets on premium diets or supplements may show deficiencies due to poor absorption, chronic disease, gut dysfunction, or just the fact the diet may not be as nutritionally complete as expected.
Are you a pet parent looking for testing? Talk to your veterinarian, or check out our kits here>>
Fur Mineral Analysis
Hair reflects long-term nutritional status and exposure to toxins—capturing what blood and urine miss.
- 16 Nutritional Elements – Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Selenium, and more
- 10 Environemtal Metals – Aluminum, Boron, and more
- 4 Toxic Metals – Mercury, Arsenic, Cadmium, and Lead
- Ratio Insights – Vital comparisons like Ca:P, Cu:Zn, Na:K and more.
Why it matters: This test shows cumulative nutrient levels over time, revealing imbalances and toxic exposures.
Are you a pet parent looking for testing? Talk to your veterinarian, or check out our kits here>>
Mycotoxins & Glyphosate
Hidden Risks in the Food Chain
Even the best diet can be compromised by unseen contaminants:
Mycotoxins
Fungal toxins found in grains, legumes, and pet food—even premium brands.
- Can damage gut, liver, kidney, immune system
- Often under-recognized and unregulated
Glyphosate
The most widely used herbicide on the planet. It’s in feed, meat, vegetables—and the pets who eat them.
- Alters microbiome
- Disrupts nutrient absorption
- Interferes with detox pathways
Why it matters: These toxins may contribute to chronic inflammation, GI disease, cancer risk, and poor nutrient uptake—even in “healthy” pets.
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Test & Treat = Answers + Action
Testing is only the first piece of the puzzle. At VDI, we help you go further—with clinically curated solutions tied directly to the lab results.
• Functional nutrient repletion
• Targeted detox support
• Integrative treatment paths for complex cases
• Formulary of vetted nutraceuticals, ozone therapy, and diet interventions
Visit: Test & Treat by VDI
✅ Save time. Reduce trial-and-error. Empower clients to act with confidence.
Why Veterinarians Recommend Testing
Veterinarians trust VDI because our nutritional panels help:
✔️ Validate home-prepared or alternative diets
✔️ Assess chronic conditions with nutritional links (e.g., skin disease, arthritis, GI issues)
✔️ Drive better compliance through data-backed recommendations
✔️ Catch silent deficiencies before they become costly problems
“My clients want the best food for their pets—but without data, it’s just guesswork. Nutritional testing helps me prove value, show impact, and personalize care.”
— Dr. Jennifer G., Integrative DVM
Which Pets Should Be Tested?
All dogs and cats who eat, should be evaluated. But if we had to put extra emphasis on certain groups:
• Pets on home-cooked or raw diets
• Patients with chronic skin, GI, or inflammatory conditions
• Animals with poor energy, dull coat, or slow recovery
• Pets whose owners ask: “Is this food good enough?”
Easy to Order. Easy to Act.
Ready to Practice Better Medicine Through Nutrition?
Offer your clients more than reassurance—give them clarity, confidence, and a plan.
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Industry Leading Test Portfolio
Get more information, from less sample, in fewer steps. Start with VDI to get better answers faster.
Patient-Specific Interpretation
VDI carries the burden of deciphering the case and providing detailed report interpretation specific to the individual pet.
Recommended
Action Plans
Patient context plus lab results plus curated products equals a roadmap to success. Get actionable information from VDI lab services- not just numbers.
Veterinary Consultations
Veterinarians can contact us any time to discuss prospective cases, lab results, or next steps. Email, call, or schedule a video meeting to discuss cases.
Excellent Customer Service
We strive to provide excellent customer service. Whether you call or email, we’re here to help.
Unending Improvement
VDI is continually improving our portfolio – ensuring we stay at the forefront of medicine to help provide the solutions your clients expect.