What kind of dog food should I Feed my poodle?
It has DHA for brain and eye development and the proper calcium level for puppies. If you have a Toy or Miniature Poodle, you may prefer to feed a puppy food made especially for a small breed. We recommend Wellness Small Breed Complete Health Puppy Turkey, Oatmeal & Salmon Recipe.
How often should I Feed my toy poodle?
Toy and Miniature Poodles will often do well on two to three meals per day as adults. However, we advise only feeding Standard Poodles two meals a day because they can be prone to bloat. Some Poodle owners advocate free feeding their Poodles.
What’s the average weight of a standard poodle?
Standard Poodles are around 22 to 27 inches, while Miniature Poodles are in the 13 to 15″ range. Toy Poodles are 10 inches and smaller at the shoulder. You can expect a male Standard Poodle to weigh 45 to 70 pounds; females weigh 45 to 60 pounds.
When to take Your Poodle to the vet?
As a breed, Poodles can be prone to various allergies, including food allergies, as well as other skin problems. If your dog seems to be having skin problems or gastrointestinal difficulties (gas, diarrhea, vomiting), it’s a good idea to see your veterinarian.
How often should I Feed my poodle dog?
You can break your poodle’s food allotment into 2 meals a day, this is probably better for her than feeding once a day. Feed her an adult dog food which is more balanced for her than puppy food. Feeding twice a day is a good option for toys and standards. It can prevent bloating in standards and keeps the toy’s blood sugar from dipping low.
How old does a poodle have to be to be free fed?
Under 3 months: While your goal will be to have your Poodle on a feeding schedule, very young puppies under the age of 3 months do best when free fed. Though you will be leaving food out at all times, it is important that the food is fresh.
How long does it take to change poodle food?
Breeders and shelters are buying food in bulk and have to feed many dogs which is a factor in which brand they choose; so there is a good chance that you will want to offer your Poodle something different. Have both the current food and the new food on hand and make a gradual switch over the course of 3 weeks.
How much Kibble should I Feed my toy poodle?
Our 4.5 lb toy walks approx. 2.5 miles per day. A handful of kibble per day, with a tablespoon of canned in the morning and eve. With Pierre age has not been a factor, he just turned 7 and we haven’t cut down the amounts.