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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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    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.

    1 min to 5 min

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    Epilepsy

    Learn more about epilepsy and the research by Purina in partnership with the Royal Veterinary College of London.

    6 min to 10 min

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    Puppy Growth Rates

    Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.

    1 min to 5 min

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    Effect of Diet and Body Composition on Life Span in Aging Cats by Carolyn J. Cupp

    Purina's groundbreaking 9-year study showed that feeding a specific blend of nutrients can extend the healthy lives of cats.​

    1 min to 5 min

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    Balanced Feeding Assists Healthy Growth in Dogs by Britta Dobenecker

    Feeding a balanced diet supports healthy skeletal development and a lean body condition in puppies.​

    11 min to 15 min

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    Feeding the Brain: Putting Purina’s Nutritional Science Into Practice

    The developing brain has unique nutritional demands to set the foundation for lifelong brain health. Metabolic changes and risk factors associated with brain aging, age-related cognitive decline, and the resulting behavioral changes can be targeted with nutritional interventions that support healthier brain aging.​

    16 min to 20 min

  • Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Cats

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

    1 min to 5 min

  • What Do Cats Need to Thrive?

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

    1 min to 5 min

  • Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Cats and Their Nursing Kittens

    Nutrition plays a critical role in successful feline reproduction and in supporting development and growth of healthy kittens before and after birth.

    1 min to 5 min