Species
Category
Type
Read/Watch time
Kitten, Puppy
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
1 min to 5 min
Abnormal Body Condition
Obesity has many adverse impacts on pet health. Dietary therapy is a cornerstone of weight management in dogs and cats.
Adult Dog, Puppy
Maintaining a lean body condition from puppyhood and throughout life is associated with increased longevity and delayed onset of signs of chronic disease.
Body Condition Assessment
The Purina Body Condition System is an easy and practical tool for assessing a pet's body composition.
Treats & Supplements
Excessive treating can increase the pet’s risk of becoming overweight.
Renal & Urinary Disorders
Although urinary tract infections are not directly affected by diet, they are associated with other conditions that are nutritionally responsive.
Kelly S. Swanson, PhD, explains the importance of gut health, what dysbiosis means, and the value of using a synbiotic supplement.
Cachexia is the loss of lean body mass and body weight that occurs with disease, and targeted nutrition can help address this adverse condition.