A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : Choose a complete diet for a large-breed puppy, divided into several meals and suited to steady growth without excess energy.
Adult : Divide the daily ration into two meals and adjust it to weight, body condition and activity level.
Senior : Reassess energy intake and favor a formula suited to age, with veterinary monitoring of weight and mobility.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
High-quality, complete kibble adapted to age, weight and activity level constitutes an appropriate basis. The energy density must correspond to the dog's lifestyle, particularly when it hunts or practices a sport intensively.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily amount varies according to weight, age, body condition and energy expenditure. It must be determined based on the manufacturer's recommendations then adjusted with the veterinarian according to changes in body shape and activity.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 25 - 29 kg | 420 - 576 g | 2 |
| 29 - 34 kg | 481 - 658 g | 2 |
| 34 - 38 kg | 541 - 740 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be gradual, by mixing the old and the new food over several days in order to limit digestive disorders.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Fresh, clean water must remain available at all times, especially after outings and in hot weather. However, it is advisable to avoid him suddenly ingesting a very large quantity of water around an intense effort.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be deducted from the daily ration. For training, small low-fat portions make it possible to reward without unbalancing the energy intake.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Serve two meals per day at regular times.
- Avoid any intense exercise before and after meals.
- Adjust the ration to the activity level and body condition.
- Use a high-quality complete food.
- Keep fresh water available at all times.
Never give
Chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic, leek, avocado, macadamia nuts, alcohol, caffeine, xylitol and cooked bones should be avoided due to toxic, digestive or traumatic risks.
