A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : A good-quality growth diet helps support bone, muscle and immune development, with several meals per day.
Adult : A complete ration adapted to its activity helps maintain a stable weight and a coat in good condition.
Senior : With age, a more digestible formula and weight monitoring help preserve mobility and overall comfort.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Complete premium kibble for adult medium-sized dogs generally works well, with an easily digestible formula and sufficiently rich in animal proteins. In case of digestive or skin sensitivity, the veterinarian may recommend a more targeted diet.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily quantity must be adjusted according to actual weight, age, sterilization and activity, then distributed regularly to avoid excesses.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 10 - 12 kg | 203 - 278 g | 2 |
| 12 - 13 kg | 230 - 315 g | 2 |
| 13 - 15 kg | 256 - 351 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any dietary transition must be gradual over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. It is recommended to increase the proportion of the new food step by step while monitoring stools and appetite.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, especially after outings, in hot weather and if the diet is dry.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be included in the overall ration to avoid weight gain. It is better to favor small, simple and digestible rewards.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weigh the ration rather than estimating it by eye.
- Split the meals if the dog digests better that way.
- Adjust the ration after sterilization or a decrease in activity.
Never give
Chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, avocado, alcohol, yeast dough, cooked bones and products containing xylitol should be avoided, as they can cause severe digestive disorders, neurological damage or potentially fatal poisoning in dogs.
