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Feeding
# Feeding your Grand Gascon Saintongeois well
France
The Grand Gascon saintongeois needs a balanced, high-quality diet, adapted to its size, age and level of physical activity. It is generally preferable to divide its daily ration into 2 meals to promote digestive comfort.
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 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?
A complete diet for a large active dog, in the form of good-quality kibble or a ration supervised by a professional, is well suited to this breed. The choice should prioritize digestibility, protein quality, and adaptation to the effort provided.
Portion sizes
## How much should you feed?
The daily amount must be adjusted according to weight, body condition and the intensity of activity, notably in dogs used for hunting. It is preferable to reason with the veterinarian or the food labeling rather than applying a fixed ration to all individuals.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 33 - 34 kg | 509 - 696 g | 2 |
| 34 - 35 kg | 523 - 715 g | 2 |
| 35 - 36 kg | 537 - 734 g | 2 |
Changing food
## How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be introduced gradually over several days, ideally over a week or more. This transition limits digestive upsets and makes it possible to check good tolerance of the new food.
Hydration
## Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must be available at all times. Hydration is particularly important after exertion and in hot weather, as the breed does not tolerate high heat well.
A little extra
## Treats in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be included in the daily energy intake. They are useful for educational work, provided that simple products are chosen and the ration is not unbalanced.
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
As with other dogs, chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, alcohol, xylitol and cooked bones should be avoided, as they can cause severe poisoning, digestive disorders or potentially fatal complications.
## Ready to welcome your Grand Gascon Saintongeois?
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