Dog & Cat Articles with Advice from Our Experts

Choosing the right food for your kitten is an important decision. Nutrition supports her growth, development and can even affect her behaviour.

How much food should you feed your dog? Purina has a helpful dog feeding chart to help you determine how much your dog should eat. Feeding your dog the right amount of food each day helps ensure he gets the nutrition he needs.

What does a kitten need in a new home? Beds, toys, litter boxes, grooming tools, food & other supplies are needed when bringing a kitten home. Read about the checklist of items your new kitten needs here.

What is an average cat weight? Learn from Purina’s experts about average cat weight and how to determine if your cat is the right size. Read tips for keeping your cat active, healthy, and happy.

Treats are a good way to reward, train and bond with your dog. Learn how many treats you should give your dog and the number of calories needed for their diet.

Are you prepared to bring a kitten home? Read Purina’s questions to ask yourself before you adopt and how to choose the kitten that’s right for you.

Think about cost, lifestyle, environment, and more before getting a cat

The terms “natural” and “holistic” get used a lot in both the human and pet food industries. Most people, however, aren’t familiar with the differences between holistic and natural dog food.

You and your dog or cat can make an eco-friendly impact by choosing environmentally friendly products, like Purina. Learn about reducing pet food waste.

While most Canadians may say they're environmentally conscious and care about recycling, their daily habits haven't caught up with their good intentions. In fact, Made in CA reports that the recycling rate is currently only at about 28%. Part of this is due to confusion about what and how to recycle. If you’re one of the growing number of people with a pet at home, your recycling habits may be even more complex by adding pet product packaging into the mix. With so much packaging produced today, your choice between the recycling bin and the trash can feel inconsequential in the grand scheme. But the truth is, every day consumers play a crucial role in reducing waste.

Yes. Although cats are obligate carnivores – meaning they need to eat meat to survive – they don’t have to eat meat exclusively. Cats can also eat foods that provide protein and carbohydrates like blueberries, vegetables and grains. 

Nearly every dog owner knows about dog zoomies: those sudden bursts of energy that have your pup shooting across the room or chasing its tail like there's a dog treat attached to the end of it. You've probably had a good laugh about your dog's case of the zoomies, but have you ever wondered where all that energy comes from and why your dog suddenly has it?