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LIFE STAGE NUTRITION

Practical information about the nutritional needs of cats and dogs at each life stage, including growth, maintenance, reproduction and aging.

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    Kitten

    Feeding Management of the Neutered Cat by Jennifer A. Larsen

    Neutered cats are predisposed to becoming overweight or obese.​

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    11 min to 15 min

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    Senior Cat

    Effect of Diet and Body Composition on Life Span in Aging Cats by Carolyn J. Cupp

    Purina's groundbreaking 9-year study showed that feeding a specific blend of nutrients can extend the healthy lives of cats.​

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    1 min to 5 min

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    Puppy

    Balanced Feeding Assists Healthy Growth in Dogs by Britta Dobenecker

    Feeding a balanced diet supports healthy skeletal development and a lean body condition in puppies.​

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    11 min to 15 min

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    Senior Dog

    Feeding the Brain: Putting Purina’s Nutritional Science Into Practice

    The developing brain has unique nutritional demands to set the foundation for lifelong brain health. Metabolic changes and risk factors associated with brain aging, age-related cognitive decline, and the resulting behavioral changes can be targeted with nutritional interventions that support healthier brain aging.​

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    16 min to 20 min