The start of a new year is a natural time to reset routines, refocus priorities, and build healthier habits. As we focus on our own goals, it’s easy to forget that our pets can benefit from the same fresh start! Just like people, pets benefit from consistency, balanced nutrition, and proactive care that supports their overall well-being throughout the year.

From what goes into your pet’s bowl to the daily routines that keep them active and engaged, small choices can make a meaningful difference over time. That’s why PetSuites partners with trusted brands like Purina that prioritize science-backed nutrition and care.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through five practical ways to help support your pet’s health and wellness in the year ahead, with support from Purina!

Tip 1: Choose High-Quality Nutrition That Supports Your Pet’s Needs

Nutrition is the foundation of good health. The right food helps support digestion, skin and coat health, energy levels, immune function, and overall vitality. Because every pet is unique, choosing a diet that aligns with your dog’s age, size, sensitivities, and lifestyle is essential.

Purina Pro Plan dog foods are developed using decades of research and nutritional science to deliver complete and balanced nutrition, all made with real, high-quality protein as the #1 ingredient. With more than 80 formulas available, Pro Plan offers options designed for different life stages, breed sizes, activity levels, and sensitive systems.

At PetSuites, we trust Purina Pro Plan as our backup food option at all locations for pets who arrive without their own food. It’s chosen for its digestibility, consistency, and veterinarian-backed formulations, helping ensure pets continue receiving reliable nutrition during their stay.

Featured Product: Purina Pro Plan – Core Line

Key Benefits

• Wide variety of formulas for puppies, adults, and seniors

• Specialized options for sensitive skin, digestion, and lifestyle needs

• Real meat, poultry, or fish as the #1 ingredient

• Backed by Purina’s science-based nutritional research

Explore Purina Pro Plan Core Line to see how it supports complete, balanced pet nutrition. For some dogs, especially those with digestive sensitivities or specific dietary needs, more targeted nutritional support may be recommended.

Featured Product: Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EN Gastroenteric

Key Benefits

• Highly digestible to promote optimal nutrient absorption

• Select prebiotic fiber for targeted digestive and microbiome support

• Antioxidant-rich nutrition to support immune health

• High-quality protein with great taste

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EN Gastroenteric Canine Formula is designed to support dogs with digestive sensitivities. This highly digestible dry food helps support gut health while delivering complete nutrition. Developed through collaboration between Purina nutritionists, researchers, and veterinarians. Use only as directed by your veterinarian.

Learn more about Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EN Gastroenteric and its role in digestive support.

Tip 2: Support Gut Health, Digestion & Daily Vitality

Digestive health plays a major role in how pets feel day to day. A balanced digestive system supports nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall comfort. In addition to high-quality food, supplements can provide targeted support to help support digestive balance.

Featured Product: Purina Pro Plan Multi Care Supplement

Key Benefits

• 3-in-1 blend supporting digestive, skin, and immune health

• Prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic blend for gut support

• Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, zinc, and biotin for skin health

• L-glutamine and antioxidants to support immune function

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements Multi Care provides proactive, daily support for multiple body systems in one easy-to-feed soft chew. It’s a convenient way to help support digestion, immune health, and skin and coat wellness as part of a balanced routine.

Discover how Purina Pro Plan Multi Care Supplement provides targeted support for multiple body systems.

Tip 3: Support Skin & Coat Health from the Inside Out

Skin and coat health are influenced by nutrition, environment, grooming habits, and seasonal changes. Dry air, allergens, and temperature shifts can all impact skin comfort, making targeted nutritional support especially important.

Featured Product: Purina Pro Plan Skin Care Supplement

Key Benefits

• Collagen, EPA, DHA, vitamin E, and zinc to support skin health

• Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to help maintain the skin’s natural barrier

• Great-tasting daily soft chews

• NASC Quality Seal certified and produced in U.S. facilities

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements Skin Care offers targeted support for dogs with sensitive skin or seasonal concerns. These supplements help support skin health, coat condition, and immune function when used as part of a daily wellness routine.

See how Purina Pro Plan Skin Care Soft Chews can support healthy skin and coat.

Additional Support: Grooming at PetSuites

Grooming plays an important role in maintaining healthy skin and coats, especially as seasons change and environmental factors impact your pet. Professional grooming helps remove dirt and buildup, reduce matting, support coat health, and allows trained professionals to notice potential skin concerns early. Find a PetSuites grooming location near you!

Tip 4: Protect Joint Health for an Active, Comfortable Year Ahead

Joint health matters at every life stage. Supporting mobility early and consistently can help pets stay active, comfortable, and engaged in everyday activities as they age.

Featured Product: Purina Pro Plan Joint Care Supplement

Key Benefits

• Supports mobility and normal daily activity

• Promotes walking, climbing, and general movement

• Contains collagen, glucosamine, and chondroitin sulfate

• Omega-3 fatty acids from cod liver oil to support a normal inflammatory response associated with natural aging

Purina Pro Plan Joint Care is a daily supplement designed to support joint health and mobility. Each soft chew contains a blend of nutrients to help maintain healthy cartilage and joints as part of a proactive wellness routine.

Learn more about Purina Pro Plan Joint Care Supplement and how it can support joint health.

Tip 5: Strengthen Daily Routines with Consistent Activity & Socialization

Routine exercise and mental enrichment are essential to overall wellness. Physical activity supports weight management, heart health, mobility, and behavior, while socialization helps keep pets mentally engaged and confident.

Additional Support: PetSuites Daycare

Between busy workdays and full schedules, it’s not always easy to give dogs the activity and attention they need during the day. PetSuites Daycare provides structured play, socialization, and supervised exercise in a safe, engaging environment.

Daycare helps pets burn energy, maintain consistent routines, and enjoy healthy interaction with other dogs. Find a PetSuites Daycare location near you!

Supporting a Healthier Year Ahead

A healthier year for your pet starts with thoughtful, proactive choices:

• Begin with balanced, high-quality nutrition

• Add targeted supplements as needed

• Support skin, coat, joint, and digestive health

• Build consistent routines through enrichment, grooming, and activity

By pairing science-backed nutrition from Purina Pro Plan with supportive services like grooming and daycare at PetSuites, pet parents can help set their pets up for a comfortable, active, and well-supported year ahead.

Explore Purina Pro Plan foods and supplements and learn how PetSuites services can support your pet’s wellness journey this year!