Nutrition.....


There are many excellent dog food products on the market thanks to the efforts those that are truly concerned about your pets health.  I have tried several looking for a product that provides the best nutritional benefits for my crew and still be cost effective.  My journey lead to a wonderful product, Royal Canin dog foods.  Royal Canin does wonders for black coats by keeping them as deep a black color as possible and providing nutrients that are void in many of the other products on the market.  Tina is a perfect example of the end result of feeding Royal Canin to my dogs.  Although this product is a little more expensive than many out on the market, the results are fabulous.
Do your research before purchasing a product that claims to be more complete than others or will produce the best coat possible, etc.  Many of these products, although they are balanced, often don't provide your pet with anything EXTRA in regards to your dogs overall health or coat.
Pick a product that does provide a complete balanced diet and is still within your price range.  Your dog will love you just the some.
 

Feeding within the first 6 to 12 weeks of age:

Growing puppies need to be fed a puppy food that is specially formulated to meet the nutritional needs for normal development.  Adult food will rob your puppy of important nutrients.  Four feedings a day should be adequate to meet their nutritional needs.

Feeding at 3 to 6 months of age:




During this period, feedings can be decreased to three times a day.  Match portions according to package instructions based on the actual weight of your puppy.

Feeding from 6 to 12 months of age:

During this time, feedings can be reduced to 2 times a day.  Again, follow package instructions for weight and portion requirements for your young dog.  At 12 months of age, most dogs can be switched to an adult product.  With smaller breeds, you can switch them at around 7 to 9 months of age.  Larger breeds will continue to need the added nutrition in the puppy products up to 14 months of age.  Follow the advice of your breeder.  They are more knowledgeable with the needs of your breed.  After one year of age, a single healthy portion of food daily is often all that is required.  Again, follow your breeders advice on this one.  Some breeds just simply do much better on two feedings a day.