Cats and dogs have different nutritional needs, so they should be fed food specifically formulated for their species.

Feeding either wet or dry commercial cat foods, or a combination of both, will provide cats with a complete and balanced diet.

This glossary defines the key phrases used to describe commercial pet foods and explains the roles of two important associations.​

Pet food manufacturers are committed to producing safe, nutritious cat and dog foods.

Commercial pet foods are available in different forms, each providing different features and benefits for owners and pets.

Learn why large and giant breed dogs can benefit from a food that is formulated to meet their specific needs.​

Learn why small dogs can benefit from a food specifically formulated for them.

The Purina Fecal Scoring Chart is a practical, easy-to-use tool that can help clients describe their pets’ stools.

Identifying which part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is involved is a first step in diagnosing GI problems.