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Small dogs make up over half of the canine population. Dogs under 25 pounds operate with a higher metabolism and distinct physiologic and anatomic differences. They benefit from tailored lifelong care beyond a scaled-down approach.
New research from Hill’s shows that small dogs have distinct anatomical, metabolic and behavioral profiles that require targeted, precision nutrition and tailored preventive care to protect their extended healthspan.
Source: Hill’s Pet Nutrition, PR Newswire, November 5, 2026. Link. With more than 150 references, the thought leadership report shares new clinical data connecting small dog’s unique biology and their unique nutritional needs <Full report download>.
Small dogs are not simply smaller versions of larger dogs . . . By understanding their specific biology, we can help find new ways to fundamentally transform their healthspan and quality of life.” – Francisco Poblanno, DVM, DVSc, Dip. ECVCN
INSIGHTS: The World of the Small Dog Report was published as Hill’s celebrated the fifth anniversary of the Hill’s Small Paws Innovation Center in Topeka, Kansas.
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