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Epilepsy

Senior Dog

Epilepsy

Learn more about epilepsy and the research by Purina in partnership with the Royal Veterinary College of London.

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6 min to 10 min

Obesity in Dogs and Cats: What is Wrong With Being Fat?

Obesity in Dogs and Cats: What is Wrong With Being Fat?

Obesity in dogs and cats: What is wrong with being fat?

Effects of three diet history questions on the amount of information gained from a sample of pet owners in Ontario, Canada

Nutritional Assessment

Effects of three diet history questions on the amount of information gained from a sample of pet owners in Ontario, Canada

Learn how question phrasing can impact the amount of diet-related information obtained from clients.​

Canine Epilepsy: Nutrition as a Powerful Adjunct Therapy

Brain & Cognitive Disorders

Canine Epilepsy: Nutrition as a Powerful Adjunct Therapy

Idiopathic epilepsy is the #1 chronic neurologic condition diagnosed in dogs.

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1 min to 5 min

The Aging Brain

Healthy Cognition in Aging

The Aging Brain

Similar to humans, aging in pets results in numerous metabolic, functional and physical changes in the brain.

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1 min to 5 min

Effects of Diet Restriction on Life Span and Age-Related Changes in Dogs

Feeding Management

Effects of Diet Restriction on Life Span and Age-Related Changes in Dogs

See results from the 14-Year Purina Life Span Study.

Food Allergies & Food Intolerances in Pets

Dermatological Disorders

Food Allergies & Food Intolerances in Pets

The terms “food allergy” and “food intolerance” are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. How do they compare, and how are they diagnosed and managed?

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6 min to 10 min

Gluten in Pet Food

Feeding Philosophies

Gluten in Pet Food

Gluten-free diets are increasingly popular in human nutrition and this in turn can influence pet food decisions. What exactly is gluten and why is it found in pet food?

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6 min to 10 min

Vitamins in Pet Food

Nutrients

Vitamins in Pet Food

Vitamins are important nutrients for pets and people. What are their functions, and should pets be given vitamin supplements?

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6 min to 10 min

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE IN CATS: Nutritional Management

Renal & Urinary Disorders

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE IN CATS: Nutritional Management

Nutritional interventions tailored to the individual cat with CKD can play a key role in slowing disease progression, reducing signs of uremia, addressing homeostatic changes resulting from CKD, and improving quality of life as well as life span.

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20+ minutes

Amino Acid-Based Enteral Diets For Canine Adverse Food Reactions and Gastrointestinal Disease

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Amino Acid-Based Enteral Diets For Canine Adverse Food Reactions and Gastrointestinal Disease

Learn about the history, uses, and benefits of amino acid-based enteral diets.

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20+ minutes

Benefits of Synthetic Ingredients in Commercial Pet Foods

Ingredients in Pet Food

Benefits of Synthetic Ingredients in Commercial Pet Foods

Similar to human foods, ingredients used in pet foods come from a number of sources. Many are obtained directly from animal or plant raw materials, but they can also be manufactured (or synthesized) and are referred to as ‘synthetic’ ingredients. What types of synthetic ingredients are used in pet foods and what is their role?

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6 min to 10 min