Dangers of Overfeeding

Overfeeding your pup can cause several issues including soft and/or loose stool, shortened life span, cancer and higher risk of hip dysplasia. I often see people worry their pup isn’t eating enough or doesn’t like their food especially when they go through their lean stage from 6-18 months. They try to entice their pup to eat more by changing or adding to foods. This promotes finicky eating and over eating. Keep in mind your pup will eat when he or she is hungry. Sometimes they choose to miss meals and they often won’t finish full bowls. I realize it can be worrisome so please reach out to me if you have questions.

How To Tell If Your Pup Is a Healthy Weight

Every pup is different. They grow at different rates based on breed, parental genetics, the type of food they’re on, how much they eat and the amount of exercise they get. There’s no set measurement of food that can fit all dogs which is why the Body Mass Indicator (BMI) is the most accurate way of telling if your pup is at a healthy weight. The BMI chart and instructions are attached below.

Recommended Food & Supplements

Your pup will be on a mixture of Real Turkey & Sweet Potato and Real Turkey & Brown Rice. Mixing the two gives your pup the nutrients recommended for large breed puppies.

ABOUT GRAIN FREE: Pawtree grain free products don’t run the risk of adverse heart issues because their grain free foods contain minerals. Lack of minerals is the reason grain free products cause health concerns. As a further precaution, we recommend mixing a grain free foods with foods that contain grain.