A menu for every age
Their needs change as they grow
Puppy: A growth diet for a medium-sized puppy helps support bone, muscle and neurological development without excess energy.
Adult: In adulthood, a complete ration well adjusted to activity helps maintain muscle mass, endurance and a harmonious body condition.
Senior: In older dogs, a more digestible formula adapted to joint maintenance can help preserve mobility and overall comfort.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
Complete, good-quality kibble for an active medium-sized dog generally suits the Mudi well, with a balanced formulation of proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. The specific choice must take into account the dog's age, exercise intensity and body condition.
Portion sizes
How much should you feed?
The daily amount must be adjusted to the dog's weight, exercise level and individual metabolism. In a very active subject, needs can increase markedly, whereas a less active dog will require a more measured ration to avoid any weight gain.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
|---|---|---|
| 8 - 10 kg | 171 - 234 g | 2 |
| 10 - 11 kg | 198 - 271 g | 2 |
| 11 - 13 kg | 224 - 307 g | 2 |
Changing food
How to switch foods successfully
Any dietary transition must be done gradually over several days in order to limit digestive upsets. It is preferable to increase the proportion of the new food step by step while monitoring appetite, stools and overall condition.
Hydration
Don't overlook water
Clean, fresh water must remain available at all times, with particular attention after exercise, in hot weather and during periods of sustained activity. A dog as active as the Mudi must be able to rehydrate easily at any time.
A little extra
Treats in moderation
Treats can be useful in the Mudi's training, especially with a reward-based method, but they must remain moderate and integrated into the total energy intake. It is better to favor small rewards of good quality and easy to digest.
Good habits
Make mealtimes count
- Splitting the daily ration into 2 meals often helps with better digestion.
- Adjusting the ration after an increase or decrease in activity helps keep a stable weight.
- Weighing the dog regularly remains useful for adjusting the diet without waiting for visible weight gain.
Never feed these foods
As with other dogs, it is necessary to avoid in particular chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic, xylitol, alcohol, yeast dough and cooked bones, as they can cause poisoning, severe digestive disorders or potentially fatal complications.
