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
Adult Dog
Learn about your dog’s nutritional needs for a long, healthy and active life.
1 min to 5 min
Adult Dog, Puppy
Nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing canine reproduction and in supporting puppy development and growth.
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.
Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.
Senior Dog
Nutrition tailored to the unique needs of senior dogs can help them live longer, healthier lives.