I want my puppy husky to grow as big as possible and stay healthy. Any recommendations on feeding schedules, or how much to feed them per portion?
2007-09-05 17:30:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
You can't change genetics.
Follow the feeding guidelines for age and weight on the bag.
Feed two meals daily, after exersize. Allow to eat for 30 minutes, then remove the bowl. Always have fresh cool water available.
Feed too much and you'll just get a fat dog.
2007-09-05 17:44:40 · answer #1 · answered by Suzi 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Siberian Huskies are a medium sized dog. You can't change the size of the breed through food. DO NOT feed a large breed food to your puppy, it is not formulated properly for him.
I feed pups usually 3 times daily. As far as how much, the breeder should have that info. for you. The directions on the bag are simply suggestions, every puppy is different.
As adults I feed twice daily.
I'd say just feed a good quality food, nothing from the grocery store. Keep the food sealed for freshness, I use bins with airtight lids. Measure the food, so you know how much the pup is eating and you know if he goes off food.
Puppies often don't eat as well when they start teething.
Do Not overfeed your puppy, fat puppies are NOT healthy and are more prone to injury IMHO.
2007-09-05 18:26:11 · answer #2 · answered by Whippet keeper 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just fed him a good quality food and for extra nutrition maybe some pet tabs. The dog is gonna grow a certain size and that's it. Keeping him healthier is more important than size.
If he's a pup feed him about 3 times a day, last feeding about 6 pm, so no accidents at night, portions depend on the weight of the dog.
2007-09-05 17:42:08 · answer #3 · answered by laurie aka petsrus6 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good puppy food like Iams or Science Diet will work good. You could also ask a local vet to see what they recommend. Usually following the directions on the bag is sufficient but if you see the amount of feed needs to be adjusted do so. Each dog is different.
2007-09-05 17:44:28 · answer #4 · answered by davie18s 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
we'll, they're really only going to grow as big as genetically possible. If the parents aren't that big, chances are, the puppy won't become. But if you feed a quality food, like Nutro Natural Choice, California Natural, Canidae, etc, then you can be sure that he'll grow to the full of his potential.
2007-09-05 17:38:30 · answer #5 · answered by Kimberly A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really can't make him bigger by feeding him,just fatter.The dog's height is going to be genetically determined by the height if his parents.Just feed him normal portions of a good puppy food and make sure he has regular vet checks,heartworm prevention,neutering,etc. He will get as tall as he's going to get;you can't change that,and you don't want a fat dog,it isn't good for their joints or hearts.Just be glad you have a healthy,happy dog.
2007-09-05 18:21:43 · answer #6 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You do not want to 'force' the growth of the pup, it causes them lifelong problems. Even dog food manufacturers have adjusted their dog food for the larger breed pups so it doesn't force them rapid growth. Depending on the age of the pup, you would be feeding it three times a day or twice. I highly recommend that you feed it a puppy food formulated for larger breeds.
2007-09-05 17:40:54 · answer #7 · answered by gringo4541 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
eukanuba puppy for large breed,ive had an akita and a newfounland so i know bout big dogs
2007-09-05 17:39:10 · answer #8 · answered by jd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋