1. Adult dogs should be fed an adult maintenance food to maintain an optimal body weight and condition. Neutered adult dogs with little physical activity should be fed a low-calorie, Light or Lite dry food.

Feed the dog in the same place at every meal. Offer clean water at all times at the same place.
Adult dogs may be fed either once or twice a day. Always measure out the food offered to the dog using a measuring cup.
Avoid feeding extra foods. Remove the dog from the room when you are preparing food and eating.

2. Dry food is more economical, easier and more convenient to feed, generally less fattening and better for overall oral health than canned food. There is no need to feed a canned food to healthy normal dogs.

3. Treats, snacks and table foods are not recommended. Feeding these foods leads to obese, begging, and finicky pets. If food rewards are necessary, use reduced calorie biscuits or washed raw vegetables.

4. Any decrease in your dog’s food intake for more than 3 days should be of concern and you should seek Veterinary attention.

1. Healthy senior dogs should be fed an adult maintenance food to maintain an optimal body weight and condition.

Feed the dog in the same place at every meal. Offer clean water at all times at the same place.

Avoid feeding extra foods. Remove the dog from the room when preparing food and eating.

2. Adult dogs may be fed either once or twice a day. Always measure out the food offered to the dog using a measuring cup. It is easier for owners to monitor food intake and adjust portion size for overweight or underfed dogs when multiple meals are fed.

3. Any decrease in your dog’s food intake should be of concern. A decreased appetite for more than 48 hours may be a sign of illness and you should seek Veterinary attention.

4. Check teeth and gums routinely. Poor dental health is a major problem in older dogs. Dry food is more economical, easier and more convenient to feed, generally less fattening and better for overall oral health than canned food.

5. Older dogs with specific medical conditions may require a specialized diet. Seeking veterinary checkups twice yearly is advisable.

Feeding tips for overweight dogs

Dogs maintained at their optimal body weight live 2 years longer than their overweight littermates.

Seek Veterinary advice before starting weight reduction to eliminate the possibility of an underlying hormonal or medical problem.

1. Overweight adult dogs should be fed low-calorie, Light or Lite food. Always measure out the food offered to the dog using a measuring cup.

Feed the dog in the same place at every meal. Offer clean water at all times at the same place.

Avoid feeding extra foods. Remove the dog from the room when you are preparing food and eating.

Dry food is more economical, easier and more convenient to feed, generally less fattening and better for overall oral health than canned food.

2. Feed three or four meals per day to your dog to help the dog feel more satisfied.

3. Increase exercise as appropriate for you and your dog’s physical limitations (100 kcal/1 mile walking).

4. Treats, snacks and table foods are not recommended. If food rewards are necessary, use reduced calorie biscuits or washed raw vegetables.

5. Dogs weighing 20% more than their optimum are obese and should be on a veterinary supervised weight loss program to improve their overall health and increase their life span.

Feeding your puppy right--from the start

Good feeding habits will help your puppy grow into a healthy, well-behaved dog. Start early and establish a pattern for meal times according to the following guidelines:

1. Feed a food specifically designed for PUPPIES or GROWTH until about one year of age. We recommend diets specifically formulated for large, giant and obese-prone breeds to prevent obesity.

2. Offer individual meals 3 times a day until 6 months of age, then 2 times a day for life. Offer a measured amount of food at each feeding according to package guidelines initially, and then adjust according to body condition.

After 10 minutes, remove all food and until the next meal.

Offer clean water at all times in the same place as the food.

Remove your dog from the room when you are preparing food and eating.

3. Dry food is more economical, easier and more convenient to feed, generally less fattening and better for overall oral health than canned food. There is no need to feed a canned food to healthy normal puppies.

4. Treats, snacks and table foods are not recommended and not needed to train your puppy. Feeding these foods leads to obese, begging, finicky pets.

5. After neutering, energy needs decrease by 25% and therefore the amount of growth food offered should be decreased by one third to prevent obesity. Feed a low-calorie adult food at 1 yr old.