Diet

Feeding your Silken Windsprite well

United States (Texas)

Athletic dog with a fast metabolism, it needs a quality diet, rich in protein and highly digestible.

A menu for every age

Needs change over time

  • Puppy : Medium-sized growth food in three meals.

  • Adult : Two meals, no intense exercise immediately afterward.

  • Senior : Digestible food, attention to maintaining muscle mass.

Which food?

Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?

Premium kibble for active medium-sized dogs is suitable, possibly in a raised bowl.

Amounts

How much should you give?

The ration varies greatly according to weight, which ranges from single to double in the breed; it is divided into two meals.

WeightDaily amountMeals/day
9 - 14 kg125 - 195 g2
14 - 20 kg175 - 255 g2
20 - 25 kg225 - 300 g2

Change

Managing the food transition

Change food gradually over one week.

Hydration

Water: do not overlook it

Fresh water at all times, especially after races.

Little extras

Treats, in moderation

Treats are useful for recall; they are deducted from the ration.

Good habits

For a top-notch bowl

  • Do not make him run right after the meal.
  • Maintain a slim greyhound-like figure.
  • Monitor dental hygiene.

Never give

Chocolate, grapes, onion, garlic, xylitol, alcohol and cooked bones should be avoided.

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