

Resources
Nutritional Assessment
MER Calculator for Cats
Using your patient’s age group with current weight and body condition score, this feeding calculator will provide estimated daily caloric needs to reach or maintain ideal body condition.
1 min to 5 min

Body Condition Assessment
Evaluating Your Cat’s Body Condition
Assess your cat's Body Condition in just 3 simple steps.
1 min to 5 min

Body Condition Assessment
Feline Body Condition System Sheet
A visual aid to the Purina Body Condition Score System for cats.
1 min to 5 min

Nutrition Conversation Tips, Nutritional Assessment
How Should Veterinary Teams Evaluate Nutrition Information?
Separating the science from the "sell" when evaluating nutrition information.
1 min to 5 min

Microbiome
More Than a Meal: Putting Purina's Microbiome Science into Practice
Decades of research into the microbiome and nutritional interventions such as prebiotics and probiotics reveals how diet influences the gut microbiome and ultimately contributes to pet health.
20+ minutes

Treats & Supplements
Considerations When Choosing a Probiotic Supplement
Probiotics are a nutritional intervention that may help manage pet health issues from gastrointestinal tract and beyond.
1 min to 5 min

Nutrients
Fiber in Pet Food
High fiber diets are often recommended for people to support a healthy digestion. What is the role of fiber in pet foods?
6 min to 10 min

Treats & Supplements
Supplements for Dogs and Cats
Pet supplements are increasingly popular as owners become more aware of the potential benefits.
1 min to 5 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Canine Megaesophagus
Nutrition and feeding practices are critical to the supportive care of dogs with megaesophagus.
1 min to 5 min

Cardiovascular Disorders
Dietary management of myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD)
Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is the most common heart disease in dogs. Learn about specific nutrients that play key roles in cardiac health for dogs with MMVD.
6 min to 10 min

Body Condition Assessment
Benefits of Healthy Weight
Although there are many benefits to maintaining a healthy weight in pets, many owners do not understand what a healthy weight is or the benefits for pets.
6 min to 10 min

Pet Food Labels
Understanding Pet Food Labels - AAFCO
Understanding the information on a pet food label can help when comparing and choosing pet foods.
1 min to 5 min