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...
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