Hydration
Water is vital to health. How much water should pets drink, are there differences between cats and dogs, and how can pets be encouraged to drink?
6 min to 10 min
Choosing a Pet Food
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.
6 min to 10 min
Hydration
Water is an essential nutrient and is considered the nutrient most critical for survival. Losses in body water of just 10-15% can cause death, with animals able to tolerate much higher fat or protein losses.
20+ minutes
Muscle Condition Assessment
Muscle condition scoring is a hands-on method for evaluating lean body mass that can be used as part of nutritional assessments.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Learn why large and giant breed dogs can benefit from a food that is formulated to meet their specific needs.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Learn why small dogs can benefit from a food specifically formulated for them.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Pet food manufacturers are committed to producing safe, nutritious cat and dog foods.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Cats and dogs have different nutritional needs, so they should be fed food specifically formulated for their species.
1 min to 5 min
Choosing a Pet Food
Feeding either wet or dry commercial cat foods, or a combination of both, will provide cats with a complete and balanced diet.
1 min to 5 min