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Feeding
# Feeding your Weimaraner well
Germany
Its diet must meet the needs of a very active large dog while limiting factors that promote gastric dilatation-volvulus. The daily ration is divided into two meals served at regular times and adapted to the actual energy expenditure.
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.
## Ready to welcome your Weimaraner?
Find a verified breeder near you and get off to a great start, right from the food bowl.
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