LIFE STAGE NUTRITION

Feeding a balanced diet supports healthy skeletal development and a lean body condition in puppies.​

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The developing brain has unique nutritional demands to set the foundation for lifelong brain health. Metabolic changes and risk factors associated with brain aging, age-related cognitive decline, and the resulting behavioral changes can be targeted with nutritional interventions that support healthier brain aging.​

Neutered cats are predisposed to becoming overweight or obese.​

Here are several factors to consider when you are choosing a food for your dog.

Large and giant breed puppies should be fed to maintain a steady growth rate and a lean, healthy body condition.

Small and toy breed puppies should be fed small, frequent meals and fed to a lean, healthy body condition.

Nutrition tailored to the unique needs of senior cats can help them live longer, healthier lives.

Nutrition tailored to the unique needs of senior dogs can help them live longer, healthier lives.

Neutering may increase a pet’s risk for becoming overweight or obese.

Share this handout with pet owners to help explain that nutritional needs may change after their pet is spayed or neutered.

What pet owners should consider when choosing a food for their cat.