LIFE STAGE NUTRITION
LIFE STAGE NUTRITION
Practical information about the nutritional needs of cats and dogs at each life stage, including growth, maintenance, reproduction and aging.
Resources
Kitten
Feeding Management of the Neutered Cat by Jennifer A. Larsen
Neutered cats are predisposed to becoming overweight or obese.
11 min to 15 min
Adult Cat
Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Cats
Nutrition that addresses the unique nutrient requirements of adult cats can help them live long, healthy lives.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Dog
How Do I Choose a Healthy Dog Food?
Here are several factors to consider when you are choosing a food for your dog.
1 min to 5 min
Puppy
Feeding Large and Giant Breed Puppies
Large and giant breed puppies should be fed to maintain a steady growth rate and a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min
Puppy
Feeding Small and Toy Breed Puppies
Small and toy breed puppies should be fed small, frequent meals and fed to a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min
Senior Cat
Feeding Senior Cats
Nutrition tailored to the unique needs of senior cats can help them live longer, healthier lives.
1 min to 5 min
Kitten, Puppy
Decreased Energy Needs in Pets After Spaying or Neutering
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
1 min to 5 min
Senior Dog
Feeding Senior Dogs
Nutrition tailored to the unique needs of senior dogs can help them live longer, healthier lives.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Dog
How Nutrition Can Help Your Dog Thrive
Learn about your dog’s nutritional needs for a long, healthy and active life.
1 min to 5 min
Kitten
Feeding Kittens
Kittens should be fed to achieve normal growth and a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Cat
Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Cats and Their Nursing Kittens
Nutrition plays a critical role in successful feline reproduction and in supporting development and growth of healthy kittens before and after birth.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Dog, Puppy
Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Dogs and Their Nursing Puppies
Nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing canine reproduction and in supporting puppy development and growth.
1 min to 5 min