

Resources

Body Condition Assessment
The Purina Body Condition System
The Purina Body Condition System is an easy and practical tool for assessing a pet's body composition.
1 min to 5 min

Choosing a Pet Food
Definitions of Key Terms Regarding Commercial Pet Foods
This glossary defines the key phrases used to describe commercial pet foods and explains the roles of two important associations.
1 min to 5 min

Nutrients
Why Is Taurine Considered an Essential Nutrient for Cats?
Cats need to obtain adequate taurine from food, which makes this amino acid an essential one.
1 min to 5 min

Senior Cat
Benefits of Nutrition Shown in Groundbreaking Longevity Study in Cats
Purina conducted a groundbreaking 9-year study that demonstrated feeding a specific blend of nutrients can extend the healthy lives of cats.
1 min to 5 min

Puppy
Supporting the Puppy’s Developing Immune System
Controlling the growth rate of large and giant breed puppies is critical for their long-term skeletal health.
1 min to 5 min
Renal & Urinary Disorders
Feline Calcium Oxalate Urolithiasis
Nutrition plays an important role in reducing the risk of recurrence of calcium oxalate urolithiasis in cats.
1 min to 5 min

Choosing a Pet Food
How Do Pet Food Companies Ensure Food Safety?
Pet food manufacturers are committed to producing safe, nutritious cat and dog foods.
1 min to 5 min

Adult Cat
What Do Cats Need to Thrive?
From affection to veterinary health care, learn what your cat needs to thrive.
1 min to 5 min

Choosing a Pet Food
Why Choose a Small Breed Dog Food
Learn why small dogs can benefit from a food specifically formulated for them.
1 min to 5 min

Kitten
Feeding Kittens
Kittens should be fed to achieve normal growth and a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min

Adult Cat, Kitten
Kittens and Adult Cats: The Importance of Staying Lean
Maintaining a lean, healthy body condition in kittens can help prevent obesity and related health conditions in later years.
1 min to 5 min
Hepatic Disorders
Feline Hepatic Lipidosis
Prompt and intensive nutritional support is fundamental to the treatment of hepatic lipidosis in cats.
1 min to 5 min