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
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
Adult Cat
Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Cats
In this brief video, Martha Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how feeding a high-quality diet formulated for growth and reproduction supports queens throughout pregnancy and lactation, and how calorie needs increase significantly as birth approaches.
1 min to 5 min
Immunity, Ingredients in Pet Food
Colostrum in Pet Food
Life stage and other factors can affect the immune system in dogs and cats. Research has shown that feeding a diet supplemented with colostrum may provide support during times of challenge by promoting a strong local and systemic immune response.
6 min to 10 min
Adult Cat, Adult Dog
Decreased Energy Needs in Pets After Spaying or Neutering
In this brief video, Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), shares why adjusting feeding plans post-surgery is essential for long-term health in this short video.
1 min to 5 min