question abt my gernan shepherd

Question
hi i have a 4.5 months old German shepherd i have some
questions 2 ask u

1. how much food should i give him at this age and what food
is preferable?

2.it grows till which age?
3.should its diet plan change in the future if yes what
should be given

4.usually at which age a German shepherd is capable of
crossing?

5.some of my friends that i have a fox line German shepherd
does really a fox line German shepherd exist n what features
do it have

Answer
1 At that age, 400-500 grams a day divided into 2 feedings a day should be close.  Often Shepherds won't eat more than they need.  It is OK if their ribs show a little.  

It would be good to switch to an adult food now.  Puppy chow is formulated for fast growth, and large breeds need more time to develop sturdy joints.  Stick to the same brand if possible, and feed more adult and less puppy food each day until after a week, it is all adult food.  Most of the common brands are fine.

2 Growth levels off at 6-7 months, but may continue even after a year, but very slowly.  larger dogs often grow longer.  

3 Unless the dog develops allergies or other problems, stick to the same adult food to about 10 years.  switch to a senior food at that time.  Again, the same brand and a slow switch.

4 Males may be capable of breeding at 6-7 months.  Females may come in season that soon, but no dog should be allowed to breed before 2 years.  

5 I am not familiar with the Fox line.  I am highly trained and experienced in the care and training of young dogs, but don't get intothe different lines.