In order for puppies to grow healthily into adults, they need to have good nutrition for their diets. This is very important because they are experiencing accelerated growth stages for the first 15 months of their lives. Hence, feeding your puppy high quality dog food is very crucial for his development into an adult dog.
Protein for example is needed in larger amounts by growing puppies than it is by the adult dog, due to the rapid growth of the puppy's muscles, joints and bones. The energy requirements for a puppy are considerably higher also making it essential for them to receive food nutritionally rich and calorie dense.
If you go and shop for puppy foods, you will notice that there are quite a number of them to choose from. The different types of puppy foods exist because different breeds of puppies require different diets. Take the little breed puppies for instance. Their metabolism level is high and therefore need dog foods that are calorie-rich. Bigger dog breeds, on the hand, do not require their diets to be as calorie-rich as these little breeds.
You should follow the suggestions given by your veterinarian or the label written on the dog food when you feed your dog.
Usually, you feed your puppy three times per day, and when they are four years old, the daily feedings drop to two times per day.
Failure to give your puppy the appropriate puppy food at the appropriate time can damage his health. If your puppy gets tired easily and does not seem to have any energy, check the puppy food he is eating. If he catches diarrhea, verify how many feedings would be best for him.
By giving your puppy the proper dog food, he will be healthy. When he is healthy, he is going to be playful too. When you see that he is healthy and playful, you as a puppy owner will no doubt be very happy as well.
How you feed your dog will ultimately depend on his breed type and his size. Make sure you consult with your veterinarian for a great feeding program. If you have a particular dog food for your puppy, remember to always read the label for feeding directions.
Finally, you must review if your feeding program brings good results for your puppy. If the results are poor or not what you expect them to be, you could start a new feeding campaign or you could discuss with your veterinarian and see if he has a better feeding program. Since your puppy is still at his tender years, it is the best time to begin a good feeding program for him so that he grows into a healthy adult dog.
