pet parent's handbook
Caring for Your Furry Friends:
A Pet Parent's Handbook
HOW TO SWITCH TO A NEW BRAND OF CAT FOOD
If you want to change your cat’s food, it’s important to do so gradually to avoid digestive upset and give your cat time to adjust to the new flavors and textures. Our experts recommend a slow transition over a 7 to 10-day period.
To switch your cat’s food, follow these steps:
Days 1 to 2:
Feed 3/4 of the normal amount of current food and add 1/4 of the new food.
Days 3 to 4:
Serve half of the current food and half of the new food.
Days 5 to 7:
Feed 3/4 of the new food and 1/4 of the previous food.
Days 8 to 10:
Serve only new food.
How to Switch to a New Brand of Dog Food
Abruptly changing your dog's food can cause gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, diarrhea, and a decreased appetite. Therefore, it is essential to transition your dog's food gradually, allowing their system to adjust to the new diet. This process should take place over a period of 5-7 days, and during this time, you should slowly increase the amount of the new food while decreasing the old food. For most dogs, the transition should follow the following schedule:
Day 1:
25% new food and 75% old food.
Day 3:
50% new food and 50% old food.
Day 5:
75% new food and 25% old food.
Day 7:
100% new food.
