A menu for every age
Their needs change as they grow
Puppy: A growth diet for a medium-sized puppy, divided into several meals, helps support harmonious development.
Adult: A complete food for an adult medium-sized dog generally helps maintain its weight and energy if the ration is properly adjusted.
Senior: With age, a more digestible and sometimes less caloric formula can help preserve muscle mass and joint comfort.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
Premium kibble for a medium-sized dog is generally suitable, provided it is formulated for its life stage and activity. A wet or mixed diet can also be considered if it remains well balanced and properly portioned.
Portion sizes
How much should you feed?
The daily amount depends mainly on weight, metabolism, exercise level and the energy density of the chosen food. It is preferable to adjust the ration with the veterinarian or according to the manufacturer's recommendations rather than to overfeed a moderately sized dog.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
|---|---|---|
| 9 - 12 kg | 150 - 200 g | 2 |
| 12 - 16 kg | 200 - 260 g | 2 |
Changing food
How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be introduced gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. A slow transition also makes it easier to observe the dog's tolerance to the new food.
Hydration
Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times. Vigilance is particularly important after exercise, in hot weather and if the diet is composed mainly of kibble.
A little extra
Treats in moderation
Treats can be useful for training the Kromfohrländer, which generally appreciates cooperating with its owner. However, they should remain occasional and be included in the daily ration to avoid excess calories.
Good habits
Make mealtimes count
- Weigh the ration to avoid approximations.
- Split the daily amount into 2 meals.
- Adjust the intake to more or less active days.
- Regularly monitor body condition and waist circumference.
Never feed these foods
Chocolate, grapes, raisins, onion, garlic, alcohol, xylitol, cooked bones and certain very fatty or very salty foods should be avoided, as they can cause severe digestive disorders, poisoning or metabolic complications in dogs.
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