Feeding Notes

Feeding Notes

Feeding Notes For When Your Dog is a Puppy

It is a good idea to start feeding a pregnant bitch Supadog Puppy in her final weeks of pregnancy so that the suckling puppies will benefit from all the extra vitamins and minerals in her milk. Puppies will start showing an interest in their mothers solid Supadog Puppy food from around three to four weeks of age, so you can try offering them some of their own, by mashing a little down with hot water to create a paste and cooling to room temperature. Gradually feed with less water until your puppy is eating the dry kibbles.

Always feed to appetite but reduce the amount if your puppy becomes overweight. Increase food levels according to growth but on average your puppy will need 4 meals a day at 6 weeks, reducing down to 3-4 at 3 months, 2-3 a day at 6 months and 2 a day at 12 months.

Different breeds and sizes mature at different ages but we recommend that by 12 months you can change to an adult Supadog product, however, if in doubt please check with your vet.

Always ensure your dog has plenty of clean fresh drinking water, available at all times. When changing your dog's diet introduce Supadog gradually over 5-7 days, until it completely replaces the old food

Feeding Notes For When Your Dog is an Adult

When starting to feed Supadog, it's best to do so slowly by gradually replacing the old food over 5 to 7 days. The amount of food any dog needs varies according to its breed, size and level of activity. All the packs carry detailed feeding instructions.
However, as a guide, feed at a rate of 90g per 5kg of body weight (3oz per 10lb) or, if your dog is over 32kg (70lb) at a rate of 70g per 5kg (2.5oz per 10lb). Lactating bitches may eat up to three times as much as the indicated serving.

We recommend when feeding a complete dry food, to serve the daily requirement in two or more meals, especially if feeding dry. It's important not to over feed your dog, particularly if feeding household scraps. Fresh clean water should always be available for your dog and something hard, such as bone or chews, should be given on a regular basis to help keep teeth clean.

To help you find the right Supadog product for your pet have a look at our product range or simply fill in the details below and we can point you in the right direction.

Alternatively you can call our free consumer care line on 0800 413 969 between 9am and 5pm, where our dedicated team of pet experts will help you make the right choice.

If you should have any concerns about the health of your dog, always consult a vet.

Common Problems

1. Off his food?
2. Got dry, scaly or rough skin?
3. Suffers from flatulence?
4. Got diarrhoea/scouring?
5. Got blood in the faeces?
6. Always chewing?
7. Eating soil?
8. Eating grass?

1. Off his food?
This can be caused by a number of factors such as over feeding, hot weather and dental problems. If the problems persists for more than 36 hours then consult your vet.
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2. Got dry, scaly or rough skin?
This is often a symptom of an allergic reaction. Try Supadog Adult Chicken, which is free from red meat and maize, or Supadog Sensitive which is wheat gluten free; three ingredients that could cause allergic reactions. Supadog Sensitive is hypoallergenic to help keep skin and digestion in peak condition.
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3. Suffers from flatulence?
This sometimes occurs when a food is changed, especially if large amounts of vegetables are added, and will normally pass. It can also precede an upset stomach, and if diarrhoea occurs then consult your vet.
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4. Got diarrhoea/scouring?
A brief flare-up is usually a symptom of greed or worms in the intestine. Try worming your dog, but if it persists see the vet.
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5. Got blood in the faeces?
Always consult a vet.
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6. Always chewing?
This is a learned behaviour as a puppy, it starts at teething and some dogs don't stop. If an adult dog suddenly starts chewing, it is usually a sign of tooth problems.
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7. Eating soil?
This is a symptom of an imbalanced diet - feed a complete food such as Supadog.
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8. Eating grass?
This is a symptom of a diet lacking in fibre - - feed a complete food such as Supadog.
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