A menu for every age
Their needs change as they grow
Puppy: Choose a complete food for the growth of medium-sized dogs, divided into several meals and adjusted to the pace of development.
Adult: Adjust the ration to the actual activity in order to support the effort without promoting weight gain.
Senior: Reassess energy intake and choose a formula suited to mobility, digestion and health status.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
A complete diet for a medium-sized dog, rich in quality animal proteins and properly balanced in fats, vitamins and minerals, is suitable for the breed. The choice between kibble, wet food or a home-prepared ration must ensure a verified nutritional balance.
Portion sizes
How much should you feed?
The daily amount must be determined according to the energy density of the food, the actual weight, the age, the body condition and the dog's activity. The manufacturer's indications constitute a starting point to be adjusted with the veterinarian.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
|---|---|---|
| 25 kg | 330 - 405 g | 2 |
| 25 - 28 kg | 355 - 435 g | 2 |
| 28 - 30 kg | 380 - 465 g | 2 |
Changing food
How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be gradual, generally over about a week, by gradually increasing the proportion of the new food in order to limit digestive disorders.
Hydration
Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, with increased vigilance after exertion, during hot weather and on long outings.
A little extra
Treats in moderation
Treats are useful for training, but must remain small, suitable for the dog and counted in the daily energy intake in order to avoid weight gain.
Good habits
Make mealtimes count
- Weigh the dog regularly and monitor its silhouette.
- Divide the adult ration into two daily meals.
- Avoid intense exercise just before and after the meal.
- Adjust the intake to hunting, sport or rest days.
Never feed these foods
Chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic in large quantities, xylitol, alcohol, caffeine, macadamia nuts and cooked bones should be avoided due to toxic, digestive or traumatic risks.
