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
Adult Dog
Learn about your dog’s nutritional needs for a long, healthy and active life.
Kitten, Puppy
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
Puppy
Large and giant breed puppies should be fed to maintain a steady growth rate and a lean, healthy body condition.
Small and toy breed puppies should be fed small, frequent meals and fed to a lean, healthy body condition.
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.
Adult Dog, Puppy
Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.