A menu for every age
Their needs change as they grow
Puppy: Offer a balanced diet suited to growth, its weight, its size and its activity level.
Adult: Adjust the ration to actual activity, particularly if the dog works, practices a sport or regularly accompanies its owner on hikes.
Senior: Reassess energy intake with age and changes in activity, while maintaining a complete and balanced diet.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
A complete and balanced diet, traditional or industrial, can suit him. The choice must take into account his age, his size and his activity level, particularly high in a working or sporting dog.
Portion sizes
How much should you feed?
The daily quantity must be adjusted to the dog's weight, age, size and actual activity. The needs of a very active subject or one used for work differ from those of a dog temporarily less solicited.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
|---|---|---|
| 20 - 23 kg | 343 - 471 g | 2 |
| 23 - 27 kg | 390 - 535 g | 2 |
| 27 - 30 kg | 436 - 598 g | 2 |
Changing food
How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be gradual in order to give the dog time to adapt to the new diet.
Hydration
Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available, especially after long outings, hikes, work or sporting activities.
A little extra
Treats in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be taken into account in the overall balance of the ration so as not to encourage weight gain.
Good habits
Make mealtimes count
- Adapt the ration to age, weight, size and activity level.
- Reassess quantities when the intensity of outings or work changes.
- Choose a complete and balanced diet, traditional or industrial.
- Leave clean, fresh water available.
Never feed these foods
As with any dog, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic, leek, alcohol, caffeine, xylitol and cooked bones, which can cause poisoning or digestive lesions.
