A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : Choose a complete food for the growth of medium-sized dogs, divided into several meals and adjusted to the pace of development.
Adult : Adjust the ration to the actual activity in order to support the effort without promoting weight gain.
Senior : Reassess energy intake and choose a formula suited to mobility, digestion and health status.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
A complete diet for a medium-sized dog, rich in quality animal proteins and properly balanced in fats, vitamins and minerals, is suitable for the breed. The choice between kibble, wet food or a home-prepared ration must ensure a verified nutritional balance.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily amount must be determined according to the energy density of the food, the actual weight, the age, the body condition and the dog's activity. The manufacturer's indications constitute a starting point to be adjusted with the veterinarian.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 25 - 30 kg | À ajuster selon l'aliment et l'activité | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change in diet must be gradual, generally over about a week, by gradually increasing the proportion of the new food in order to limit digestive disorders.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, with increased vigilance after exertion, during hot weather and on long outings.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats are useful for training, but must remain small, suitable for the dog and counted in the daily energy intake in order to avoid weight gain.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weigh the dog regularly and monitor its silhouette.
- Divide the adult ration into two daily meals.
- Avoid intense exercise just before and after the meal.
- Adjust the intake to hunting, sport or rest days.
Never give
Chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic in large quantities, xylitol, alcohol, caffeine, macadamia nuts and cooked bones should be avoided due to toxic, digestive or traumatic risks.
