Pets > CatsDecember 03, 2008

Switching to a New Pet Food

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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12/05/2008

Gradual changes are the best. Sudden changes could cause gastrointestional problems, which neither your dog nor you want.

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12/05/2008

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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12/04/2008

Mary T is right; plus you could double-check with your vet.

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12/03/2008

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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