If you’re looking for information, tips and advice on feeding a puppy then look no further

Have you ever wondered what the difference between puppy food and adult dog food is? Well, it’s simple. Adult dog food is lower in calories, protein and fat. . The reason behind this is that the building and repairing properties of protein and the high intake of calories can aid the growth process in young dogs. Generally the kibbles are smaller too because of their tiny mouths. Food for puppies can be introduced as soon as the pet is weaning by mixing it with water or milk in order to aid their consumption and digestion.
You should feed a young puppy little and often. Feeding around four times a day ensures they get the sustenance they need. After approximately 3 months you can half the daily amount fed to your puppy and by 6 months you have the option to decrease to one meal a day. Many people continue to give their pets food twice a day at this stage though.
It’s up to you to decide when you switch from junior to adult food. It’s not always straightforward because of the varying size of certain dogs and also the difference in growth rate. Depending on your breed of dog, nine months is a common time to start introducing adult food, with 8 months being the earliest reasonable time to begin. This is because once your dog reaches this age, his/her growth rate will be reduced and therefore he/she will require a lower level of calories and protein.
Some people believe that you shouldn’t feed large breeds quantities which encourage maximum growth, as they can develop orthopaedic problems from over nutrition in later life. Consult your vet for advice if you are concerned about your large breed puppy’s weight. . (Not sure about this there is quite a lot of research out there on large breed feeding.)
Unfortunately, many pet food manufacturers often mark their products with a generalised feeding guide. This can be a touch misleading as there are many breeds of dog requiring different feeding regimes throughout their lives.
It’s down to you and your vet to maintain and regulate a healthy diet for your pet, so ensure that you are always thoughtful and careful in researching and feeding your puppy or adult dog.
There are some visible signs that you should be aware of when trying to determine whether or not you are feeding your pet at the correct rate.
Tips:
Look at your dog from the top down, you should be able see a clearly defined waist.
You should be able to feel your dog’s ribs without too much fat covering them.
Depending on how active your dog is, you should ensure that you are feeding them with these criteria in mind. Sometimes dogs go through particularly active and inactive stages which can indicate that you need to revise their feeding patterns.
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