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Feeding
# Feeding your Dandie Dinmont Terrier well
Great Britain
The Dandie-Dinmont Terrier needs a complete, digestible diet adapted to its small size, its age and its activity level. Good-quality food helps support muscle mass, coat condition and the maintenance of a stable weight.
A menu for every age
## Their needs change as they grow
- Puppy: Growth food adapted to the expected size, divided into three meals, without unnecessary calcium supplementation.
- Adult: Controlled ration in two meals, adjusted to the ideal weight and actual activity.
- Senior: Digestible food, possibly less energy-dense, with joint and dental monitoring.
Which food?
## Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
Kibble or a complete, high-quality ration for a moderately active small dog are generally very suitable. The ideal formula favors digestible animal proteins, a good mineral balance and an adjusted energy density to avoid overweight.
Portion sizes
## How much should you feed?
The daily amount depends mainly on actual weight, activity, age and physiological status. It must be measured precisely and readjusted according to changes in body shape rather than the dog's appetite alone.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 8 - 9 kg | 166 - 227 g | 2 |
| 9 - 10 kg | 182 - 249 g | 2 |
| 10 - 11 kg | 198 - 271 g | 2 |
Changing food
## How to switch foods successfully
Any dietary transition should be done gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. The old-new food mix, with a gradual increase of the new, remains the safest method.
Hydration
## Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must be available at all times. Hydration deserves special attention in hot weather, after exercise and in dogs fed mainly with kibble.
A little extra
## Treats in moderation
Treats can be useful for training and bonding, provided they remain simple, well tolerated and given in small quantities. They must be included in the daily calorie intake so as not to unbalance the ration.
Good habits
## Make mealtimes count
- Weigh the ration each day rather than serving by volume.
- Avoid intense exertion just before and after the meal.
- Deduct training treats from the daily ration.
### Never feed these foods
Chocolate, grapes, onion, garlic, avocado, cooked bones, alcohol, xylitol and raw bread dough are dangerous for dogs. They can cause digestive, neurological, hematological or metabolic disorders that are sometimes serious and must be strictly avoided.
## Ready to welcome your Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
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