Soy can provide nutritional advantages for pets, but pet owners often question the quality and health impacts of this ingredient.

The small amounts of sugar in pet foods have important functions, but pet owners often view sugar as an ingredient that only adds calories and causes obesity or diabetes.

Protein is an essential nutrient that can be provided by both plant and animal sources. Are there differences between plant and animal proteins and what is considered a good quality protein?

Various cooking processes are used in preparing commercial pet foods to ensure delivery of highly nutritious, palatable products. The methods used are determined by the final form (e.g., a dry or wet food), desired texture and visual properties, and packaging. Common forms of pet food include dry extruded kibbles and canned wet food.

Learn about new roles for nutrients for pets with heart disease.

Prebiotics are dietary fibers that offer important nutritional interventions for preventive gut health and the management of health conditions.

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

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

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

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

Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.

Diet, a controllable factor that influences the gut microbiome, offers a daily opportunity to contribute to gut health.