A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : A growth diet for a medium to large-sized puppy, divided into several meals, helps support harmonious development.
Adult : Two meals per day and a ration adjusted to activity help maintain good body condition.
Senior : A more digestible formula, with monitoring of weight and muscle mass, helps preserve comfort with age.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Premium kibble for adult dogs of medium to large size with an active profile generally suits this breed well. The choice of food should prioritize digestibility, protein quality and an energy density adapted to periods of more or less intense activity.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily quantity must always be adjusted to the dog's actual energy expenditure, its body condition and the density of the chosen food. A Chien d'Artois that hunts regularly will not have the same needs as an individual living mainly as a companion dog.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 28 - 29 kg | 436 - 598 g | 2 |
| 29 - 29 kg | 446 - 611 g | 2 |
| 29 - 30 kg | 455 - 623 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any dietary transition must be gradual over several days in order to avoid digestive upsets. It is preferable to gradually increase the proportion of the new food, while monitoring appetite, stools and overall tolerance.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, with particular attention after exertion, in hot weather and on returning from long outings. An active dog that is often outdoors can become dehydrated faster than a very sedentary dog.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats can be useful for training, provided they remain moderate and are included in the daily calorie balance. It is better to favor simple rewards, well tolerated and given at the right time rather than in excessive quantity.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Adjust the ration to hunting periods or sustained activity.
- Split the daily amount into at least two meals.
- Regularly monitor body condition and weight.
Never give
As with other dogs, chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, raisins, alcohol, xylitol, cooked bones and very fatty or very salty foods should be avoided, as they can cause digestive or neurological disorders or sometimes severe poisoning.
