Practical information about the nutritional needs of cats and dogs at each life stage, including growth, maintenance, reproduction and aging.
Species
Category
Type
Read/Watch time
Kitten
Kittens should be fed to achieve normal growth and a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min
Kitten, Puppy
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
Adult Dog, Puppy
Nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing canine reproduction and in supporting puppy development and growth.
Adult Dog
Every adult dog has unique nutritional needs. Tailored nutrition can help them live long, healthy lives.
Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.
Adult Cat, Kitten
Maintaining a lean, healthy body condition in kittens can help prevent obesity and related health conditions in later years.