I have a Toy Poodle that turns 5 years old this...

Dog / Poodles - Answered 1058 days ago

I have a Toy Poodle that turns 5 years old this year. What kind of dog food do you recommend?

Jessica

Belinda

Poodles, 4 years old spayed female

10 Answers

Dear Jessica, As dogs grow older, they require a higher percentage of vitamins, minerals, and proteins for increased tissue (blood, bone) growth and development. Therefore, it is recommended that you utilize foods and supplements that provide adequate levels of these nutrients.

Answered 1058 days ago icon1

Poodles are considered one of the most elegant breeds of dog, and require a great deal of grooming and attention in order to stay at their best. One of the most important things to consider for your Poodle is their nutrition.

Answered 1224 days ago icon0

Thanks to their prominence in the dog show ring, Poodles have a reputation for being regal and proper. In reality, the distinct breed has a playful and mischievous attitude. They're fiercely loyal to their families, sociable, and one of the most intelligent dog breeds out there. How Much Food Do They Need? The exact amount of food a Poodle will need depends on a few different factors. The first thing to consider is the size and weight classification of the Poodle. These pooches can be as small as 6 pounds and as heavy as 70. Another thing to consider is their lifestyle. Active dogs will always need more food to get through the day than a pup that lounges around. Senior dogs will also need less food than when they were young. poodle waiting to be fed It's important to monitor your canine companion's activity levels and food consumption throughout their lives. You need to adjust their daily intake to match their needs as they grow and develop. Because nutritional content is different with each food product, kibble should be measured by calories rather than volume. * Calorie requirements include all meals and treats throughout the day. 300cal Toy Poodles 490cal Miniature Poodles 1230cal Standard Poodles Toy Poodles The smallest of the dog breed, Toy Poodles can weigh anywhere between 6 and 9 pounds. As an adult, they're a mere 10 inches in height. With their small stature, average Toy Poodles will only need around 300 calories each day. If your furry friend is less active, that calorie requirement drops down to 240 per day. Very active and energetic Toy Poodles will need up to 465. Miniature Poodles Dogs in the next size class up are still relatively small. Average adult Minature Poodles weigh somewhere between 15 and 17 pounds. They have a height of 11 to 15 inches. A moderately active dog will require about 490 calories each day. Dogs that don't get a ton of exercise may need as little as 400. On the other end of the spectrum, highly active dogs will need upwards of 775 calories to make it through the day. Standard Poodles The largest size class of this furry breed is the Standard Poodle. Adult dogs will fit somewhere within the 45 to 70-pound weight range. Fully grown, they have an average height of 22 inches. Average dogs that get a fair amount of exercise will need roughly 1,230 calories a day to stay healthy. Less-active pups can thrive on as little as 1,000 calories. If your dog works and exercises constantly, they'll require up to 2,000 calories. Due to the wide weight range of Standard Poodles, it's crucial that you monitor their needs and supply them with the appropriate amount of food. Top 5 Recommended Dog Foods for Poodles 1. ROYAL CANIN Breed Health Nutrition Poodle Adult Dry Dog Food ROYAL CANIN BREED HEALTH NUTRITION Poodle Adult dry dog food Specifically made for Poodles this kibble from Royal Canin is filled with beneficial ingredients. It has a high protein content of 28% to ensure strong muscle development. The formula also contains DHA to help strengthen their minds at an early age. To make your dog's skin and coat soft, the dog food also includes fish oil. The formula also contains ingredients like Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Biotin, and more for additional support. The unique kibble shape is designed to help keep your dog's teeth healthy throughout their lives. 2. Wells Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural Grain-Free Dog Food Wells Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural Grain-Free Dog Food - 5 lb. Bag This high-quality dog food from Earthborn Holistic doesn't contain grain or gluten. It's designed for easy digestion and health support. It has a high amount of protein that comes from turkey meal, chicken meal, and whitefish meal. To add flavor, the manufacturers added natural chicken fat. A variety of vegetables like carrots, peas, and spinach can provide your pooch with all the vitamins and nutrients they need. Additional fruits like apples and blueberries incorporate antioxidants into their diet. 3. Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Active Longevity Chicken Meal, Rice & Barley Dry Dog Food Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Active Longevity Chicken Meal, Rice & Barley Dry Dog Food Made for dogs that are over the age of 7, this dog food[ provides a balanced diet that's designed to keep your canine companion healthy. One way it does this is by providing your dog with plenty of antioxidants and vitamins to keep the immune system strong. These include Vitamin E, Vitamin T, and more. Chicken meal is used as the main protein source. The formula is comprised of many natural and high-quality ingredients. There are no artificial dyes, synthetic flavors, or chemical preservatives. 4. Orijen 6 Fish Grain-Free Formula Dry Dog Food Orijen 6 Fish Grain-Free Formula Dry Dog Food 28.6 lb. Bag As the name implies, ]this dog food from Orijen is made from six different types of fish. In total, 11 pounds of fresh, dried, and raw fish are used. These include mackerel, herring, flounder, redfish, monk, and silver hake. For carbohydrates, the formula utilizes whole peas, lentils, and pinto beans. A healthy dose of greens like mustard, kale, and spinach provide plenty of vitamins and minerals while improving the food's digestibility. The formula is natural and utilizes mixed Tocopherols as the preservative rather than chemical alternatives. 5. EUKANUBA Adult Dry Dog Food EUKANUBA Adult Dry Dog Food This formula from Eukanuba provides a balanced diet and plenty of additional health benefits. The main source of protein is lamb. It also contains chicken meal. To help promote strong joints and bones, the formula has naturally-sourced glucosamine and chondroitin. Ingredients like beet pulp and prebiotic FOS are used to create a healthy fiber system. It can help your dog digest the food properly and improve the process of nutrient absorption into the body. The food also contains Omega Fatty Acids to keep your dog's coat brilliant.

Answered 1261 days ago icon6

Hi Jessica and Belinda. I would recommend Royal Canin Poodle Adult dry dog food or Diamond Naturals Beef Meal and Rice formula or Gentle giants canine nutrition chicken for Belinda. It all has much protein and probiotics that good for Belinda's digestion. If you have any other questions, let me hear.

Answered 1280 days ago icon2

You can try Royal Canin Wet Dog Food For Poodle While Royal Canin may not be as high quality ingredients-wise, they have a lot more science behind their formulas than other brands. The second highest recommended by Veterinarians, Royal Canin has something that no other brand has – breed specific formulas for dozens of different recognized breeds. From the ingredients and protein levels, all the way to the design of the kibble for specific breed mouth shapes, Royal Canin puts a lot of work into their kibble. Finding the breed specific formula for your Toy Poodle may be a bit tricky, as many stores cannot carry their massive assortment of breed varieties. They also have more generic lines, like their Toy Breed food and a large variety of wet foods, as well. If you have a dog with grain allergies, however, be aware that their formulas focus on the nutrients rather than the ingredients.

Answered 1282 days ago icon5

You could choose any of these feeds; ORIJEN Six Fish Grain-Free Dry Dog Food. Wellness CORE Grain-Free Small Breed Dog Food. The Farmer's Dog Fresh Human-Grade Dog Food. Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural Dry Dog Food. Blue Buffalo Wilderness Small Breed. Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Dog Food. Nutro Natural Choice Large Breed Adult.

Answered 1282 days ago icon6

Hello, For your toy puddle, I can recommend any of these feed 1. Merrick Lil’ Plates Grain-Free Dry Dog Food 2. Instinct Raw Boost Grain Free Natural Dry Dog Food 3. Royal Canin Wet Dog Food for Poodle 4. Wellness Complete Natural Dry Small Breed Dog Food 5. Halo Natural Dry Dog Food, Small Breed Chicken

Answered 1283 days ago icon8

Hii Jessica, Did your pet (Belinda) is comfortable in eating boiled {egg , chicken , milk} , oats , dalia ( beaten mix pulses) , curd , rice from home. *( Cook pet food with no speices , cook it for him only when you cook) . * Try packet food if necessary. Thanks

Answered 1283 days ago icon2

Top recommend food with grains: 1. Wellness Complete Health Natural Dry. There are lots of choices with this 100% all-natural, wholesome kibble. For toy Poodles, the Wellness Complete for Small Breeds is ideal. For larger miniatures and standards, you'll want to opt for their regular Complete Health. Recipes include chicken & oatmeal, whitefish & sweet potato, and lamb & barley. All of these have no wheat, corn or other fillers, artificial coloring or flavoring, soy, meat by-products, or chemical preservatives, so you can feel very confident that your filling your Poodle's bowl with truly wholesome, healthy food. These recipes also have excellent levels of omega-3 fatty acids. And, this is made in the USA. 2. Halo Natural Holisitc Dog Food. This top brand has found its niche by offering a purely holistic, organic recipe with non-GMO veggies and fruits and meats with no antibiotics, no hormones, and no factory farming. The protein base is chicken and liver, the two grains in this are oats and barley, and vegetables and fruits include peas, blueberries, cranberries, carrots, and sweet potato. All other ingredients are to naturally preserve the kibble or are vitamins and minerals. This particular recipe is for small breeds, however there is also an original for larger dogs. Halo is made in the USA. Top recommended food without grains: 1. Merrick Lil Plates Grain Free Recipe. Merrick is a great brand which offers this recipe for small breeds, like toy Poodles and another option for larger dogs which would include miniatures and standards. Protein bases include Texas beef, lamb, chicken, and salmon. There is no corn or other fillers, wheat, gluten, artificial additives, or chemical preservatives. And, there are excellent levels of omega-3 and both pre and probiotics. Merrick is also made in the USA. 2. Wellness CORE Grain Free Natural. The CORE formula from Wellness is, by far, one of the very best grain-free foods on the market today. It hits very single checkbox of what you are ideally looking for in a food for your Poodle and it has some superior extras. There are excellent levels of glucosamine and chondroitin, omega fatty acids, and antioxidants. There is both a small breed formula and an original formula (for minis and standards) as well as puppy recipes and a reduced fat option. Wellness is made in the USA. What to Feed Your Poodle if Home Cooking You will want to have a mix of protein, healthy grains, vegetables and fruits. Proteins can include beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, veal, and fish (cod, flounder, salmon, whitefish). Vegetables can include sugar snap peas, green beans, lima beans, spinach, peas, zucchini, carrots, sweet potato, and regular potato. Fruits can include blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, apple, and pear. Extras can include eggs, salmon oil, extra virgin olive oil, certain cheese with low levels of lactose (Colby, Monterey Jack, Swiss cheese, and cottage cheese) and plain whole white yogurt. Note that if you home cook, you will want to include a daily vitamin and mineral since it is near impossible for any combination of foods to offer a dog every nutrient that they need. Snacks Snacks and treats are also an important part of a dog's diet. They can account for up to 20% of what a dog consumes. Dry treats (often labeled as baked or crunchy) are best to tide over the appetite in between meals. Moist or chewy treats are best when used as training rewards and to reinforce good behavior. hope this helps. --your next door vet

Answered 1288 days ago icon4

HeY Dear Give cereal mix ,milk protein, lactic acid composition food like home food plus,milk o pet feed supplement. Also u can give curd rice. Thanks Regards Dr. Pranaw Sinha

Answered 1289 days ago icon1