Practical information about the nutritional needs of cats and dogs at each life stage, including growth, maintenance, reproduction and aging.

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LIFE STAGE NUTRITION

Practical information about the nutritional needs of cats and dogs at each life stage, including growth, maintenance, reproduction and aging.

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Feeding Kittens

Kitten

Feeding Kittens

Kittens should be fed to achieve normal growth and a lean, healthy body condition.

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1 min to 5 min

Kittens and Adult Cats: The Importance of Staying Lean

Adult Cat, Kitten

Kittens and Adult Cats: The Importance of Staying Lean

Maintaining a lean, healthy body condition in kittens can help prevent obesity and related health conditions in later years.

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1 min to 5 min

Large Breed Puppies: Rapid Growth Is Not Optimal Growth

Puppy

Large Breed Puppies: Rapid Growth Is Not Optimal Growth

Controlling the growth rate of large and giant breed puppies is critical for their long-term skeletal health.

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1 min to 5 min

Large Breed Puppies: Excessive Calcium Is Detrimental to Healthy Bone Development

Puppy

Large Breed Puppies: Excessive Calcium Is Detrimental to Healthy Bone Development

Intake of the correct amount of calcium is key in large breed puppies.

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1 min to 5 min

Puppy Growth Rates

Puppy

Puppy Growth Rates

Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.

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1 min to 5 min

What Do Cats Need to Thrive?

Adult Cat

What Do Cats Need to Thrive?

From affection to veterinary health care, learn what your cat needs to thrive.

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1 min to 5 min

Benefits of Nutrition Shown in Groundbreaking Longevity Study in Cats

Senior Cat

Benefits of Nutrition Shown in Groundbreaking Longevity Study in Cats

Purina conducted a groundbreaking 9-year study that demonstrated feeding a specific blend of nutrients can extend the healthy lives of cats.

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1 min to 5 min

Supporting the Puppy’s Developing Immune System

Puppy

Supporting the Puppy’s Developing Immune System

Controlling the growth rate of large and giant breed puppies is critical for their long-term skeletal health.

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1 min to 5 min

Puppies and Adult Dogs: The Importance of Staying Lean

Adult Dog, Puppy

Puppies and Adult Dogs: The Importance of Staying Lean

Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.

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1 min to 5 min

How Nutrition Can Help Your Dog Thrive

Adult Dog

How Nutrition Can Help Your Dog Thrive

Learn about your dog’s nutritional needs for a long, healthy and active life.

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1 min to 5 min

Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Cats

Adult Cat

Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Cats

Nutrition that addresses the unique nutrient requirements of adult cats can help them live long, healthy lives.

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1 min to 5 min

How Do I Choose a Healthy Dog Food?

Adult Dog

How Do I Choose a Healthy Dog Food?

Here are several factors to consider when you are choosing a food for your dog.

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1 min to 5 min