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Switching to a New Pet Food

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Date: 12/03/2008 Topics: Pets > Cats | Readers Request > Pets  
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When changing my cat from Hill's Prescription ID (dry diet) to Van Patten's Natural Balance, should it be gradual, or can I just take the old food away completely? I wondered if there could be a stomach problem?

Sharon from Bonita Springs, FL
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By badwater (751) Contact
Gradual changes are the best. Sudden changes could cause gastrointestional problems, which neither your dog nor you want.

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By ashleybunkin (73) Profile Contact
Add some new gradually to the old. If you dont do it this way the dog will more than likely get diarreha. Check with the vet first. ~Janette~

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By Maryeileen (698) Profile Contact
Mary T is right; plus you could double-check with your vet.

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By Mary T (78) Contact
Everything I've seen on this subject says to do it gradually. Make about 1/4 of the serving the new food to start. Every 4-5 days add a lttle more new and a little less old, watching for digestive upsets (constipation, diarrhea, vomiting) as you go. Within 2-3 weeks the changeover will be complete.

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