A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : A good-quality growth diet, split into several meals, helps support harmonious development without excessive weight gain.
Adult : The ration must cover maintenance, daily activity and any hunting periods, while maintaining an athletic silhouette.
Senior : With age, a more digestible formula and regular monitoring of weight, mobility and appetite become particularly useful.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Premium kibble for an adult dog of medium size and active often constitutes a practical and balanced base. Depending on the dog’s profile, a formulation rich in good-quality animal proteins and moderate in energy outside the hunting season helps support muscle mass without promoting overweight.
Amounts
How much should you give?
Quantities must be adjusted according to actual weight, daily exercise and observed body condition. A very active or hunting dog will often require a more substantial ration than a more sedentary individual.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 16 - 19 kg | 307 - 421 g | 2 |
| 19 - 21 kg | 320 - 440 g | 2 |
| 21 - 24 kg | 357 - 490 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be made gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. A slow transition makes it possible to check good tolerance of the new ration and to adjust portions if necessary.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must always be available, especially after exertion, in hot weather or during hunting days. Good hydration contributes to the dog's recovery and overall comfort.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats can be useful for training and recall, but they must remain measured and included in the calculation of the daily ration. It is preferable to choose simple, digestible rewards and given at the right time.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weigh the dog regularly and adjust the ration according to its body condition.
- Split the ration into at least two meals per day.
- Avoid intense exertion just before and just after meals.
- Adjust the energy intake during the hunting season or during very active periods.
Never give
As with other dogs, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, grapes, raisins, onion, garlic, avocado, alcohol, xylitol and cooked bones, because these foods can cause severe digestive, neurological, blood or kidney disorders.
