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Product Selection
If you need to change your pet’s diet, it’s likely because something has changed for them, such as life stage, activity level or weight change. Start by selecting a product designed to address the needs of your pet:
- Age (such as: transition from Puppy to Adult or Adult to Senior)
- Allergies
- Activity Level Changes
- Weight Changes
- Health Condition
Managing the Transition
Quick changes to your pet’s diet can lead to intestinal upset, which can include vomiting, diarrhea and life threatening pancreatitis. Food changes in a pet’s life are not uncommon, so it’s best to know how to handle the change.
- Keep your daily feeding times regular and consistent.
- Change feed gradually, preferably over a 5-7 day timeline. Some cats can be a bit finicky, so you may need to lengthen the change out over 10-14 days (See Graphic Below).
- If you see any resistance to an increase, go back to the last acceptable amount and then increase the
percentage at a slower pace. - Despite a gradual food transition, if your pet shows any signs of illness such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or an arched body posture, contact your veterinarian immediately.
- Remember to always provide fresh, clean water for your pet. Water maintains hydration and helps to aid indigestion and absorption of beneficial nutrients.
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Information and graphics in this article were obtained from Cargill, Incorporated.