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With the breakthroughs in veterinarian research, raising a dog
is verisimilar to raising a child. Puppies or fur kids require
almost as much attention as a newborn. It all starts with finding
the perfect title to name your canine pet. Just
like an infant requires a crib to sleep in, a puppy needs a
kennel or bedding to sleep in. But where a puppy or dog sleeps
is not as important as what they eat. For obvious reasons, food
leads the priority list in caring for man’s best friend. Canine
nutrition deeply impacts its physiology.
Today,
dog owners have numerous nutritional choices. The alternatives
should be synchronized with each stage of a doggie’s life. Canine
food is not a matter of choosing a food to fit all dogs. For
example, puppy diets differ from adult nutrition.
Nevertheless,
planning the appropriate menu to feed your dog necessitates
a little planning and canine nutritional knowledge. Primarily,
food is based on the development of the dog.
Since puppies
are in the accelerated stage of their growth, they require twice
the amount of nutrients than older canines. To ensure the appropriate
nutrients for a dog, review the ingredients, amounts of minerals,
protein, fat, carbohydrate and both water-soluble and water
fat-soluble vitamins.
These nutrients
are vital to a dog’s health because they represent energy, muscle
growth and several other important functions.
Proteins,
Mineral and Vitamins Purposes
> Fuels energy
> Helps repair tissue
> Augments muscle growth
> Aids in the transport of oxygen in the blood
> Provides nourishment
Puppy Feeding
Tip: Feed puppies dry food because it helps develop strong teeth
and gums, aids in fighting plaque. Introduce solid food once
the puppy is weaned. From one to six months, feed a puppy three
times daily. From, six to 12 months, two meals a day are recommended.
Over 12 months, only one meal a day is necessary. |
