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Feeding
# Feeding your Little Lion Dog well
France
The Petit Chien Lion needs a complete and easily digestible diet, adapted to its small size, its age and its activity level. Quality food helps maintain its fitness, the beauty of its coat and its body condition.
A menu for every age
## Their needs change as they grow
- Puppy: A diet for a small breed in growth, split into several meals, helps support its development without excess.
- Adult: A quality ration adjusted to weight and activity helps maintain a stable silhouette and a beautiful coat.
- Senior: With age, a more digestible diet and closer weight monitoring help preserve its comfort and vitality.
Which food?
## Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
Premium kibble for small dogs, or a well-formulated balanced wet diet, generally suits the Petit Chien Lion very well. The choice must take into account the individual's age, activity, and any possible digestive sensitivity.
Portion sizes
## How much should you feed?
The daily amount must be adjusted according to the actual weight, activity and energy density of the chosen food. For this small dog, it is better to be precise and avoid approximations to limit weight variations.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 4 - 5 kg | 103 - 151 g | 2 |
| 5 - 7 kg | 128 - 186 g | 2 |
| 7 - 8 kg | 152 - 220 g | 2 |
Changing food
## How to switch foods successfully
Any dietary change must be carried out gradually over several days in order to avoid digestive disorders and promote good acceptance of the new ration.
Hydration
## Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, particularly during hot periods, after walks or if the diet is mostly dry.
A little extra
## Treats in moderation
Treats can be useful for training and the relationship, but they must remain measured and integrated into the calculation of the daily ration to avoid weight gain.
Good habits
## Make mealtimes count
- Weigh the ration rather than measuring it approximately.
- Split the daily amount into two meals for an adult.
- Limit treats and table scraps.
- Reassess the ration in case of decreased activity or after sterilization.
### Never feed these foods
Chocolate, onion, garlic, grapes, avocado, alcohol, xylitol and cooked bones are among the foods that are dangerous for the Petit Chien Lion. They can cause severe digestive disorders, poisoning or complications that are sometimes urgent.
## Ready to welcome your Little Lion Dog?
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-little-lion-dog)
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