Species
Category
Type
Read/Watch time
Puppy
Small and toy breed puppies should be fed small, frequent meals and fed to a lean, healthy body condition.
1 min to 5 min
Large and giant breed puppies should be fed to maintain a steady growth rate and a lean, healthy body condition.
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.
Kitten, Puppy
Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.
Practice Scenario, Puppy
Say hello to Jax, an energetic, small breed puppy.
Say hello to Teddy, a 4-month-old, male, Great Dane puppy.
Nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing canine reproduction and in supporting puppy development and growth.
Breed size affects the growth rate of puppies.
Controlling the growth rate of large and giant breed puppies is critical for their long-term skeletal health.