Re: [Chihuahuas] Dog Nutrition: Feeding Your Dog

Sat, 13 May 2006 12:46:31 -0700

some good information, thanks.
 
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From: Jim Byler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
By Nancy Settecasi

Proper dog nutrition is not categorized the same for all ages, sizes
and breeds. Each breed has it's dietary recommendation as well as
the suggested number of feedings per day. These recommendations can
also be customized to the size and age group of your dog. However,
there are some general guidelines you can follow in order to provide
proper dog nutrition with a balanced diet. A dog's protein intake
depends highly on his age. Your dog won't need more than 25 percent
if he's a puppy or over 22 percent for dogs that get moderate
exercise, although, older dogs will require more. Consult your vet
for the proper protein intake for your dog.

Most dogs are fed two times a day. Some prefer to eat once a day.
Your dog will display to you which he prefers simply by refusing to
eat during one of his feedings. Puppies, however, require three to
four feedings per day in order to develop bone growth and provide
proper dog nutrition.

Never feed your dog table scraps under any circumstances. If your
dog has been prescribed a special diet by the veterinarian, which
requires you to cook your dog's meals, be sure to place the food
directly into your dog's bowl. Avoid feeding your dog directly from
the dinner table. Your dog will not only develop obesity but it will
also encourage begging.

One thing about dogs is that they can eat, and eat, and eat, and eat
and never know when they are full. Avoid giving your dog too much to
eat. Once a dog becomes obese, it is very difficult to make them
lose weight. Your dog can also develop a host of medical problems,
such as high blood sugar, abnormal bone development, diabetes, heart
problems, jus t to name a few.

Choose a reputable, high quality, dry dog food with the recommended
daily allowance for your dog's age, breed, size and weight. You can
obtain this information from your vet.

Along with daily feedings, give your dog a multi-vitamin in order to
promote good health and normal growth.

Feed your dog in a stainless steel bowl. Be sure to clean your dog's
bowl with soap and water every day or two. These bowls are a
breeding ground for bacteria. Plastic and ceramic bowls are not
recommended.

Your dog should always have water in his bowl, although, while
training, you can remove the water bowl at night in order to lessen
the probability of night-time urinating.

Offer your dog bite-sized snacks throughout the day for training
purposes. Don't overdo the snacks.

Proper dog nutrition is necessary in helping to keep your dog's
health in check and preventing costly trips to the vet.

N ancy Settecasi, Owner of Happy K-9 Dog Care Proud Owner of Cookie
and Skippy, Cocker Spaniels, Dog Lover http://www.happyk-9.com


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