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- How much should a dog eat?
- Recommended amount of food for an adult dog
- How much should an elderly dog eat?
In general, we can say that the ideal amount of dog food will vary depending on age, physical activity and food quality. We usually find detailed information on the product package on the dose that should be administered to your dog, although it is not too much to inform yourself to really know if you are feeding your dog in the most adequate way possible. So keep reading this article by PeritoAnimal and ask your questions with us!
How much should a dog eat?
Once the lactation is over, the dog will start to grow and that is why we should have a specialized food that we will find on sale under the name of Junior.
Its about food with a high energy value which has very different nutrients, in addition they tend to stimulate the animal's natural defenses, which are so necessary at this time. At the veterinarian center or in specialized stores, they will recommend the most suitable according to the type of dog, as it can vary according to its size.
THE recommended average amount in these cases it is usually:
- Puppies from 2 to 3 months should eat 150 to 200 grams per day in 4 meals a day. In this case, and since they are baby puppies, you should give them soft food or food mixed with water. You should consult your veterinarian for further specifications.
- Puppies from 4 to 5 months should eat 250 grams per day in 3 meals a day.
- 6-month-old puppies should eat 300 grams per day for 2 meals a day.
- 8-month-old puppies should take 300 to 400 grams per day for 2 meals
In giant dog breeds it is recommended to give it an extra dose of calcium to overcome the rapid growth it will develop. Consult your usual specialist to know what supplements to give your dog, in addition to the most common, according to breed. Also read our article on choosing my dog's food.
Recommended amount of food for an adult dog
In the case of adult puppies we have food from the range adult. In order to correctly administer the dose, it is essential to know your dog's weight and the physical activity performed.
We recommend that you give them 2 meals a day (at noon and at night), in addition to fresh water available. To get oriented, you should follow these recommendations:
- Toy Dogs, like the Chihuahua. They are around 2 or 3 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 50 to 90 grams of feed and about 250 milliliters of water daily.
- small dogs, like the West Highland White Terrier. They are around 3 to 5 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 90 to 120 grams of feed and between 400 or 500 milliliters of water daily.
- Small - Medium Dogs. They are between 5 and 10 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 120-190 grams of feed and between 500 or 600 milliliters of water daily.
- Medium dogs - small, like the Spaniel. They are between 10 and 15 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 190 to 260 grams of feed and between 600 or 700 milliliters of water daily.
- medium dogs, like the English Setter. They are between 15 and 20 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 260 to 310 grams of feed and about 900 milliliters or 1 liter of water daily.
- medium - large dogs, like the Boxer. They are between 20 and 30 kilos in weight. They will need a dose of 310 to 410 grams of feed and 1 or 2 liters of water daily.
- big dogs, like the Rottweiler. They are between 30 and 40 kilos in weight. They will need a dose between 500 to 590 grams of feed and about 2 or 3 liters of water daily.
- giant dogs, like the Great Dane. They are over 50 kilos in weight. They will need a dose between 590 and 800 grams of feed depending on weight and about 3 liters of water daily.
The amounts of food can vary depending on the product and the dog's energy needs and it is very important that your dog stay active by exercising. The grams and liters of water mentioned above in this table are just guidelines and recommended for a healthy dog, adult and with a normal physical activity.
How much should an elderly dog eat?
If you are caring for and caring for an elderly dog, we know that your needs are different from those of a young or adult dog. There are several factors that physically condition him, in addition to noticing in his activity a decrease in the exercise he needed before and, for this reason, we must reduce the amount of food administered to prevent obesity.
For him, the ranges are indicated Senior, ideal for this stage where you don't need so many calories for your day to day. You should also give two meals of food a day.
In principle, the amounts of food you will need will be the same as in the adult puppies chart since the Senior food itself is low in fat. If you don't have this type of food specialized for your age, you can use the same food for adult puppies and reduce your dose by 20%.
As in the previous case, these amounts may be different depending on the type of product you give your dog as well as the physical activity you perform, as not all elderly dogs have the same mobility, so a great idea would be to exercise with an elderly dog if possible. The grams of food and water are for guidance only.
