How to get your pet back on their feeding schedule after the holidays.

Vacations are synonymous with rest, moving house, traveling, and almost always, flexible schedules. But when September arrives and it's time to return to the routine, many pets, especially dogs and cats, notice the change in their diet almost as much as their owners. Getting your pet back on a feeding schedule is not just a matter of convenience, but of digestive health and emotional well-being.

Why is it important to get back to a feeding routine?

Animals are creatures of habit. Their digestive system, energy levels, and even their behavior depend largely on regularity. When feeding times are disrupted for weeks, problems can arise, such as:

• Vomiting or diarrhea due to irregular meals or sudden diet changes.
• Anxiety or demanding behavior at mealtime.
• Overweight, if quantities were relaxed during the holidays or extra treats were added.

How to resume feeding schedules step by step?

Just as people suffer from "post-vacation syndrome," animals can show signs of stress when returning to the routine: lack of appetite, restlessness, or even small changes in their coat and skin due to anxiety. Therefore, resuming the schedules should not be done abruptly, but progressively.

1. Return to fixed times gradually

If your pet was eating at different times each day during the holidays, don't force the change all at once. Move each meal forward or backward by 15-20 minutes a day until you reach the usual schedule. This prevents meal rejection and helps to restore the feeding routine without sudden shocks.

2. Resume exact portions

It is common to relax quantities during the holidays (more treats, table scraps, etc.). Go back to weighing the portion recommended by your veterinarian and eliminate the extras little by little to avoid both weight gain and an uncomfortable digestive transition.

3. Keep the same place and the same bowl

The environment also influences the mental association of "mealtime." Placing the bowl back in its usual spot, in a quiet environment without distractions, reinforces the feeling of normalcy.

4. Pair the feeding routine with a hygiene routine

Resuming feeding schedules is more effective if it is accompanied by a complete care routine. The brains of dogs and cats quickly associate repeated routines—eating, walking, brushing, bathing—as signals of stability. This is where animal care and hygiene come into play as a perfect complement.

Returning to the routine also includes coat care

After the holidays, whether due to the beach, the pool, the countryside, or car trips, you shouldn't just resume feeding schedules: your pet's coat and skin have also suffered from summer wear and tear. The sun, chlorine, salt, and sand dry out the coat and can leave it dull, frizzy, or with persistent odors. Taking care of it in these first few weeks back in the routine is just as important as recovering their schedules, because a healthy coat also reflects a more balanced and comfortable animal.

A care routine will help restore its softness, hydration, and natural shine.

Start with the Hydrating Shampoo for dogs and cats, formulated with organic olive oil, vitamins E and B5, and panthenol. It gently cleanses while hydrating the hair and skin, removing traces of salt, sand, or chlorine accumulated during the summer. In addition, it helps to nourish and restore shine to the coat after exposure to the sun, the beach, or the pool.

After shampooing, apply the Hydrating Mask to provide extra nourishment. Its formula helps repair dry coats, restore elasticity, and facilitate detangling, leaving the hair softer and shinier.

As a final step, spray the Biphasic Conditioner on the dry or slightly damp coat. It does not need to be rinsed and helps to detangle, hydrate, and protect the hair between baths, making daily brushing easier and keeping the coat silky for longer.

Get back to it with a complete care routine for your furry friend!

Resuming your pet's feeding schedule after the holidays is a process that requires patience, gradual steps, and consistency. Combining regular nutrition with a hygiene and care routine helps your dog or cat regain their physical and emotional balance sooner, making the return home much easier for the whole family.