A menu for every age
Needs change over time
Puppy : A growth diet for a medium-sized dog, divided into several meals, helps support harmonious development without excess energy.
Adult : The ration must be adjusted according to actual activity, with particular vigilance during hunting periods or sustained training.
Senior : With age, a more digestible food and monitoring of weight, muscle mass, and mobility become priorities.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or home-cooked diet?
Premium complete kibble for a medium-sized and active dog often provides a practical base, with an easily digestible composition and sufficiently high in protein. The precise choice must take into account physical exertion, digestive tolerance and body condition.
Amounts
How much should you give?
The daily amount must be adjusted individually according to actual weight, activity, season and body condition. It is preferable to follow the manufacturer's guidelines and then refine them with the veterinarian rather than feeding a fixed amount all year round.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals/day |
|---|---|---|
| 9 - 11 kg | 190 - 260 g | 2 |
| 11 - 13 kg | 222 - 304 g | 2 |
| 13 - 15 kg | 254 - 348 g | 2 |
Change
Managing the food transition
Any change of food must be done gradually over several days in order to limit digestive disorders. A slow transition is particularly useful in an active dog or one that is sensitive from a gastrointestinal standpoint.
Hydration
Water: do not overlook it
Clean, fresh water must be available at all times, with increased vigilance after exertion, in hot weather and during hunting periods. A dog that works a lot in the field may have significantly increased water needs.
Little extras
Treats, in moderation
Treats can be useful in training, but they must remain measured and be integrated into the overall ration to avoid excess energy intake. It is preferable to favor simple, digestible rewards that are easy to split.
Good habits
For a top-notch bowl
- Weigh the dog regularly to adjust the ration before any visible weight gain.
- Split meals around sustained efforts for better digestive comfort.
- Adjust the ration according to the hunting season and the actual activity level.
Never give
As with other dogs, you should avoid in particular chocolate, grapes, onion, garlic, avocado, cooked bones, alcohol, yeast dough and very fatty or very salty foods, as they can cause poisoning, digestive disorders or serious complications.
