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I have always allowed my dogs to self feed and have never had any problems with it. I put their dry dog food in a bowl on the floor next to their water dish. They eat whenever they're hungry. They usually eat the bowl of food by nibbling a little here or there and then eating the rest all at once after the family has had dinner. I refill the bowl whenever it's low, but they don't seem to care about it unless they're hungry. It can sit on the floor full for hours before they decide to take a nibble and then they'll eat a little and later they'll finish it. I prefer this method because they are not always begging and they are not gluttons like some dogs. They know that it's always there for them when they want it. My aunt feeds her poodle and bichon the same way. My dogs are 1) a purebred yellow lab AKC registered and 2) a mixed-breed mutt from the shelter. Good luck.
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When should you stop feeding your puppy puppy food?
You should stop feeding your dog puppy food when it reaches about 1 year. A typical puppy will reach adult size when its about 8-12 months.
When should a great Dane go on adult food?
A great dane should never be placed on puppy food. He/She should start out on premium regular adult dog food. Due to their extreme growth, they will need the calories from an adult dog food. Puppy food is not sufficient for a Great Dane Puppy. Look into Evo, Wellness, Innova as these are all premium foods.
How do you care for your minture snouzer?
I would suggest keeping your miniature schnauzer on a dry dog biscuit diet mainly due to the fact this will prevent tooth loss later in life. Some canned food with the biscuit should be alright as long as your dog is fed mainly biscuit and the wet food is limited somewhat. If a dog is kept on a diet of canned dog food all its life, the teeth has no use and so eventually will fall out and the gums will become sore. I would suggest suplimenting your schnauzer with possibly a chicken wing occasionally instead of a rawhide chew as there are a number of chemicals used in producing the rawhide chews. If you do feed chicken wings, i would suggest cutting the wing up into three pieces as my miniature schnauzer will not eat a whole one and only eats it in pieces since they're easier to chew. Large amounts of fat in your miniature schnauzer should be avoided as it will end up leading your dog to be overweigh and numerous health problems later on. Sugar in the diet should be non-existant due to the fact too much will result in your schnauzer developing diabetes. A miniature schnauzer needs plenty of grooming so a daily brush is important, especially with the beard and eyebrows. Make sure you brush all the knots out of its fur to prevent tangles emurging. You will need to see a groomer every three months to keep your schnauzer in good condition. Schnauzers need about 45 minutes exersise per day but possibly will let you off with a shorter walk each day or a missed day if you need to. I would suggest about 30 minutes exersise per day at least because schnauzers are very energetic dogs and need a way to let out their excess energy.
Can a 3 week old puppy eat dog food?
it should only eat wet food
How long should a growing dog be fed puppy food?
6-8 weeks old-be sure to add a small amount of water to soften the food until you puppy gets use to eating hard food.below is from: www.dogbreedinfo.com/feeding Feed your puppy 3-4 times a day. Puppies have different nutritional needs than adult dogs. Choose a puppy food that provides the appropriate balance of nutrients your puppy needs. Be sure they are getting the right amount of protein and calcium, and the proper amount of calories. Check the label to determine if you are feeding your puppy a balanced diet. Meat should be the first ingredient on the label.
What weight should a miniature schnauzer be?
A Miniature Schnauzer should weigh about 11 to 20 pounds when it gets mature. Make sure that this breed gets proper diet, training, grooming..etc to be in good shape. Here's more information about it, http://dogtime.com/miniature-schnauzer.html
What to feed a pregnant miniature schnauzer she eats Wellness Super Mix 5 but it does say its not good for pregnant dogs so whats the best thing to feed considering she doesn't react well to grains?
You should be feeding her puppy food in a good brand name of dog food. I personally use Innova puppy food for my pregnant females. After she whelps out and is through nursing then you can put her back on the regular adult formula. Make your food changes gradually so no diarrhea happens.
When should you stop feeding your puppy puppy food?
You should stop feeding your dog puppy food when it reaches about 1 year. A typical puppy will reach adult size when its about 8-12 months.
What is better to feed a mini schnauzer puppy Purina puppy chow or orijen?
Well it really all depends on how old the puppy is. If you think you your puppy is really young and needs little food give him/her the Purina Puppy Chow. But if you want to give it Orijen, by all means go ahead, its really all up to you. yeah. if the puppy is really young, then feed it the puppy chow, but if u dont wanna, then just feed it the orijen. HI IM ADDING ON..... I HAVE A MINI SCHNAUZER PUPPY AS WELL AND SHE LOVES PEDIGREE, ITS ORGANIC AND BUILDS HEALTHY BONES, SHE IS FULL OF ENERGY AFTER EATING IT!
When can a puppy eat regular puppy food?
it should tell you on the back of the food package. usually 3months
How much should a miniature poodle eat?
Offer food to your poodle three times a day. If your puppy isn't hungry that often, reduce the frequency.
What should a chihuahua that's 13 weeks old eat?
Either puppy wet food or Puppy dry food it doesn't matter but as long as it say puppy food.
Is it normal for a miniature schnauzer to make a strange noise is it normal for this breed?
My miniature schnauzer makes a coughing sound every now and then, the vet said that it was because he has been eating junebugs. It causes him to sometimes throw up food, seeing that dogs can't digest bugs. I'd say that you should take your dog out in your backyard/yard in the evening and monitor him to make sure he doesn't have any bug or feces eating problems. If he does, take him to the vet to get anything bad out of his system and a solution to the problem.
How much food should you feed a 4 month old puppy?
At that age you can start him on adult dog food.
How much should you feed a new born miniature schnauzer puppy?
i have a miniature schnauzer and he is 15 pounds each day i feed him 1cup. i half it up so he has breakfast and dinner. That, actually, what the vet recommended. Well, for his level of activity, he stays in his kennel while we are at school and my mom is at work. if she is outside running around all day 1 cup in the morning and 1 cup at night.
When should your lab go from puppy food to adult food?
1 year
When should you stop feeding puppy food to your cocker spaniel mix?
All puppies should receive puppy food, and be fed three times daily, for AT LEAST the first year of life. Check with your Vet for his/her recommendation of puppy food for small breeds. I fed my westie, Mop, puppy food till she was one and a half. :D
