Too many raw bones may lead to constipation. One raw bone per week is generally well-tolerated. Never feed your dog cooked bones as these can splinter, causing potentially fatal internal damage or intestinal obstruction.
Bones must always be raw. A small amount of finely-cut vegetable matter may be offered, such as cooked pumpkin or carrots. Raw bones should be introduced gradually. Dogs really like bones and can sometimes become protective over them, so take care and discourage young children and others from approaching dogs whilst they eat.
Tinned sardines in springwater, tinned tuna and tinned salmon may also be offered as a treat occasionally take care with any fish bones. Please avoid feeding fish constantly. Provide access to grass avoid chemically treated grass and toxic plants. Puppies will sometimes eat grass which may be a source of vegetable matter and micronutrients. Basic puppy feeding guide The following information is general advice, but as each dog is an individual, seek veterinary advice, particularly if your puppy has any special dietary needs or has a reaction to a standard diet.
Feeding bones Between four to six months of age, the permanent teeth appear and grow rapidly. You should always supervise your puppy when they are eating raw bones. Calcium powder supplements should not be given unless directed by a veterinarian. Note down what it is you fed your puppy if a reaction or illness occurs and pop that on the no-feed list.
As your pup gets older, you can gradually reduce the number of feeds to twice per day. Overfeeding your puppy can lead to health issues such as musculoskeletal problems later in its life. Adult dogs should be fed either once or twice a day. Check with your veterinarian when to change over from puppy-appropriate food to adult-appropriate food.
The same feeding guidelines apply to adult dogs. Ensure the diet you choose is complete and balanced. You can add meat cooked or raw , and vegetables or fish for variety.
Choose large, raw, meaty bones. For senior dogs, the need to keep tabs on their health is crucial. Many older dogs have chronic health issues that can be affected or improved by the diet you feed.
For some senior dogs, frequent smaller meals will keep them happy and satisfied. Some senior dogs may need more fibre, protein or other nutrients to ensure their bodies are taken care of. When it comes to your pets, not everything people eat is safe for them. Onions are very toxic to dogs. They cause oxidative damage to the red blood cells causing them to rupture leading to anaemia.
The citric acid found in fruits such as grapefruit, lemon, lime and orange, can cause diarrhoea, vomiting and at the very worst end of the scale, depression of the central nervous system. Some dogs may be lactose intolerant, resulting in stomach upsets like vomiting or diarrhoea. While your dog can have small bits of bread, raw dough is definitely a no-no. In general, it is a good idea to expose your puppy to both forms of food, even if you plan on exclusively feeding one or the other.
There may come a time where you need to feed canned or dry food and if your puppy turns into a picky eater as an adult dog, he or she may refuse a food type that is unfamiliar.
We want our puppies to grow into healthy adult dogs, but we do not want to over feed them. You can use the following methods to keep your puppy a healthy weight:. Remember that as your puppy grows, his or her energy needs will also grow and so you will need to continually adjust the food dose based on body condition and weight. Feeding management refers to how you feed your puppy and there are a couple of options to consider:.
As your puppy grows, it is very important to monitor his or her weight to make sure growth is occurring at an appropriate rate and that your puppy is not getting overweight. More information about these growth charts can be found here. Most puppy owners choose to also feed their puppy treats — especially during training sessions!
The important thing to remember about treats is that they all have different calorie amounts per piece, so be sure to read the label.
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