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
Puppy
Puppy Growth Rates
Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Cat
What Do Cats Need to Thrive?
From affection to veterinary health care, learn what your cat needs to thrive.
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
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
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, 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
Adult Dog
Maintenance Nutrition for Healthy Adult Dogs
Every adult dog has unique nutritional needs. Tailored nutrition can help them live long, healthy lives.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
How do I choose a healthy food for my cat?
What pet owners should consider when choosing a food for their cat.
1 min to 5 min
Kitten, Puppy
Feeding to Support Ideal Body Condition: Nutrition After Spay or Neuter
Share this handout with pet owners to help explain that nutritional needs may change after their pet is spayed or neutered.
1 min to 5 min