See results from the 14-Year Purina Life Span Study.

Pets should be evaluated for the presence of nutrition-related risk factors as part of a screening nutritional assessment.

An extended nutritional evaluation is important for pets at risk for nutrition-related problems.

Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.

Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.

Cats need to obtain adequate taurine from food, which makes this amino acid an essential one.

The heart is a vital organ that relies on specific nutrients and a continuous supply of energy to support and maintain a regular rate and rhythm, yet the role of nutrition in pets’ cardiac health is often overlooked.

Water is vital to health. How much water should pets drink, are there differences between cats and dogs, and how can pets be encouraged to drink?

Good nutrition is essential to ensure a strong immune system throughout the life of cats and dogs. Age, disease or stress can all affect the immune system. Diet plays an important role to optimize immune function and ultimately strengthen the natural defense and immune response.