Some points on feeding of Dogs
1 Easily digestables , well-balanced,
nutritious, palatable foods should be offered
to dog.
2 Bones and fish should not be fed to
pups as these may injure the digestive tract. Sometimes bone may puncture the
throat or interstine resulting in serious illness.
3 Change in diet is advisable as same
diet may bring monotony and reduce appetite.
7 Frequent change in diet should not be
done with unaccustomed food stuff as this may lead to digestive upset and the
dog may remain off-fed.
8 Milk is an ideal diet for pups or
dogs.
10 Baby food may be offered to pups when
other foods are not available.
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and
its importance is often minimized. A dog can go without food and lose upto 40
percent of his body weight and service; but he will die if his body loses
one-tenth of its water content.
A dog’s body should maintain its total
water content at a relatively constant level; consequenty, it is imperative
that continuous supply of fresh drinking water be available to maintain fluid
balance. Water on the side is especially important in self feeding.
FEEDING
TIPS:-
1
Dog
should be offered food preferably in a particular time of a day.
2
Dog
should be offered accustomed food.
3
Dog
should be given food in a particular place every day.
4
Dog
should be offered food preferably by a particular family member or attendant.
5
Dog
should be offered food in some type of utensils every day. Utensils may be
placed in bit higher position for easy feeding.
6
Dog
should be given wet food to enhance palatability.
7
Dog
should be provided with timid warm food for better release of aroma and
attraction.
8
Dog
should not be fed left over foods second time; it should be disposed of.
9
Dog
should be fed with small quantity of feed frequently, rather than huge quantity
at a time
10
A
multivitamin and calcium supplements should be given ( as per vet recommendation)
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