Feeding your dog should not be rocket science for the average pet owner, it is important that you know how many times your life puppy needs.
First, how old is your dog? The age or life stage of your dog plays an important role in the frequency with which food is given. For example, a puppy 8 weeks of development can eat up to 4 times a day! An older, less active can have two serving small and medium size food per day.
If your puppy is between the ages of 8 weeks and 6 months, remember to feed at least 3 times a day. This includes the right lunch after his first bath in the morning, after lunch one afternoon of play and / or walk, and dinner. Try to make your dinner does not go beyond 19 hours, so there is no break in-the-middle-of-the-night pot.
For puppies and young adults from 6 months to 1.5 years dogs have your activity level into consideration. Do you train for sheep or competing in agility? Feeding 2-3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch optional, and dinner in the evening.) Is it a family pet that you need to keep up with the kids after school? Put it on the meal plan 2. What lazy couch potatoes who would rather watch TV than to play ball? Bring your diet plan just one meal a day, good for its age proportions.
When it comes to adult dogs, their activity level is the key to food must be given frequently. Most adults do well with two small meals a day, and it is usually easier for them to digest a big meal. Some dogs have their own personal preference of only one meal for the day. Find what works best for you and your dog!
Dogs 7 years and older are considered seniors. While many dogs work hard and run at this stage, especially large breeds prefer to be resting in bed. More dogs, less energy used means less food. Again, two small meals can be beneficial, but enough food for golden oldies.
Whatever diet program you use for your dog, always looking for your diet depth. If you feed kibble, use a high quality kibble to give your dog the food they need to thrive, not just survive! A raw or home cooked food will require more extensive research on your part, but you have more control over what your dog's body absorbs. Always put nutrition in size, stage of life, and the energy level of his best friend. Do not forget to leave fresh clean water always available!