Pet Digest

  Feeding Pregnant and Lactating Dogs: Nutrition for Motherhood and Beyond When a dog becomes pregnant, her body undergoes profound changes. She’s not only sustaining her own health, but also supporting the growth and development of her puppies. Later, when lactation begins, the demands on her body rise even higher. Feeding during this period isn’t simply a matter of increasing food—it’s about supplying the right balance of calories, nutrients, and supplements to ensure both mother and pups thrive. For many owners, it helps to think of canine pregnancy the same way we think of human pregnancy. Expectant mothers often adjust their diets, take prenatal vitamins, and eat more frequent meals to support their developing babies. Dogs require similar adjustments, though their nutritional needs are met differently. Let’s explore how feeding changes from pregnancy through lactation, the role of supplements, and why puppy food is often the go-to diet for mothers during this stage. --- Pregna...

🐾 Why Puppies Eat So Much & How Puppy Food Differs from Adult Food Bringing home a new puppy can feel a little like moving in with a toddler on four legs. One moment they’re bouncing around with endless energy, and the next they’re collapsed in a nap as though their batteries suddenly ran out. But in between play and sleep, there’s one thing new puppy parents notice quickly: the seemingly insatiable appetite. Puppies eat a lot, and they often seem hungry again not long after finishing a meal. Feeding is one of the most important aspects of raising a healthy puppy, and also one of the most confusing. Pet food companies all make claims, bags of kibble are covered in charts, and advice varies depending on who you ask. Should you leave food down all day so your puppy can eat as needed? Or stick to strict meal times? Can puppies eat adult food? And when is it time to make the switch? This guide takes the confusion out of the process. We’ll look at why puppies need to eat so much mor...