A menu for every age
Their needs change as they grow
Puppy: Choose a complete diet for a large-breed puppy, divided into several meals and suited to steady growth without excess energy.
Adult: Divide the daily ration into two meals and adjust it to weight, body condition and activity level.
Senior: Reassess energy intake and favor a formula suited to age, with veterinary monitoring of weight and mobility.
Which food?
Kibble, wet food, or homemade meals?
High-quality, complete kibble adapted to age, weight and activity level constitutes an appropriate basis. The energy density must correspond to the dog's lifestyle, particularly when it hunts or practices a sport intensively.
Portion sizes
How much should you feed?
The daily amount varies according to weight, age, body condition and energy expenditure. It must be determined based on the manufacturer's recommendations then adjusted with the veterinarian according to changes in body shape and activity.
| Weight | Daily amount | Meals per day |
|---|---|---|
| 25 - 29 kg | 420 - 576 g | 2 |
| 29 - 34 kg | 481 - 658 g | 2 |
| 34 - 38 kg | 541 - 740 g | 2 |
Changing food
How to switch foods successfully
Any change in diet must be gradual, by mixing the old and the new food over several days in order to limit digestive disorders.
Hydration
Don't overlook water
Fresh, clean water must remain available at all times, especially after outings and in hot weather. However, it is advisable to avoid him suddenly ingesting a very large quantity of water around an intense effort.
A little extra
Treats in moderation
Treats should remain occasional and be deducted from the daily ration. For training, small low-fat portions make it possible to reward without unbalancing the energy intake.
Good habits
Make mealtimes count
- Serve two meals per day at regular times.
- Avoid any intense exercise before and after meals.
- Adjust the ration to the activity level and body condition.
- Use a high-quality complete food.
- Keep fresh water available at all times.
Never feed these foods
Chocolate, grapes and raisins, onion, garlic, leek, avocado, macadamia nuts, alcohol, caffeine, xylitol and cooked bones should be avoided due to toxic, digestive or traumatic risks.
