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Feeding
# Feeding your Chow Chow well
China
The Chow Chow needs a good-quality diet, easy to digest and adapted to its age, weight and rather moderate activity level. As it may have digestive sensitivity and a tendency to gain weight, regularity and portion control are essential.
A menu for every age
## Their needs change as they grow
- Puppy: The ration must be split into several daily meals and remain suited to steady growth without excess weight.
- Adult: Two meals per day are generally suitable, with strict portion control to limit overweight.
- Senior: A less calorie-dense diet that is still easily digestible helps preserve weight, mobility, and overall comfort.
Which food?
## Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
A diet rich in quality animal proteins and well balanced generally suits him, in the form of premium kibble or a properly formulated home-prepared ration. The choice should prioritize digestibility and control of energy intake.
Portion sizes
## How much should you feed?
The Chow Chow must receive a ration adjusted to its body condition and divided into several meals if needed. The exact quantities depend mainly on actual weight, age, neutering, and activity level.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 24 - 26 kg | 390 - 535 g | 2 |
| 26 - 28 kg | 418 - 573 g | 2 |
| 28 - 30 kg | 446 - 611 g | 2 |
Changing food
## How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be gradual over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. A slow transition also makes it easier to observe the dog's tolerance to its new ration.
Hydration
## Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, particularly in hot weather or after walks. In this heat-sensitive breed, hydration deserves constant attention.
A little extra
## Treats in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be counted in the daily caloric intake. It is preferable to choose simple, low-fat rewards so as not to encourage weight gain.
Good habits
## Make mealtimes count
- Split the daily ration into 2 to 3 meals depending on the dog's profile
- Weigh portions rather than feeding by eye
- Adjust quantities if activity decreases or during hot weather
### Never feed these foods
As with other dogs, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, grapes, onion, garlic, xylitol, alcohol, cooked bones and very fatty or very salty foods, as they can cause poisoning, severe digestive disorders or promote obesity.
## Ready to welcome your Chow Chow?
Find a verified breeder near you and get off to a great start, right from the food bowl.
[Find a breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chow-chow)
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