Various cooking processes are used in preparing commercial pet foods to ensure delivery of highly nutritious, palatable products. The methods used are determined by the final form (e.g., a dry or wet food), desired texture and visual properties, and packaging. Common forms of pet food include dry extruded kibbles and canned wet food.

Say hello to Teddy, a 4-month-old, male, Great Dane puppy.​

When unexplained weight loss occurs, assess the pet’s diet, energy needs, and appetite. Targeted nutrition can help the pet regain a healthy weight and body condition.

Discover the importance of Lean Body Mass (LBM) in overall health for dogs and cats, and the role a high-protein diet can play in slowing LBM loss.

Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of lean body mass that occurs unrelated to disease. Targeted nutrition may help delay some changes in body weight and body composition of older pets.

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

Nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing canine reproduction and in supporting puppy development and growth.

Say hello to Jax, an energetic, small breed puppy.

Large and giant breed puppies should be fed to maintain a steady growth rate and a lean, healthy body condition.