Why an appropriate diet is essential for your four-legged companion
Diet is the best medicine. To have a beautiful and healthy dog, he must be provided with a adapted diet from an early age. The canine diet has made enormous progress and the nutritional needs of dogs are now well known, which allows us to Veterinary Clinic Paris 17, to offer you a perfectly balanced diet For your companion.
Specific nutritional needs by age and size
The Nutrition needs vary considerably depending on the Size and Age Your dog. The weight gain, very fast at the start, slows down from 4 months for the small breed dogs and from 6 months for large dogs.
Important : Excesses and deficiencies are harmful to your animal's health.
Do not hesitate to go to the clinic during your walk to control the weight of your puppy. We have a balance dedicated to reception and we will check together, as well as during the immunization consultations, that its growth proceed harmoniously.
Household ration or industrial food?
Many owners believe they can do well by feeding their animals like themselves. However, nutritional needs of dogs We're very different from our own. Although it is possible to prepare your dog's food yourself, balancing its ration remains complex.
The benefits of high-quality industrial foods
Manufacturersdog food offer ranges adapted to the age and size of the animal:
- Croquettes : more practical and economic
- Pasta : excellent appetence
These products are perfectly balanced and do not require any supplement. If you opt for croquettes (dry diet), make sure your dog has always fresh water available.
Quality above all
The choice of an industrial diet must be based above all on the quality of raw materials use, including animal proteins. At the Clinique Vétérinaire Paris 17, we made the choice to propose only superpremium foods. These quality products may seem more expensive than economic ranges, but the result on the health and peeling Your dog is remarkable. LAppetence of these products is also guaranteed.
Do we have to vary his dog's diet?
The answer is clearly No. Although this is not prohibited, too brutal variations often lead to digestive disorders. A dog can perfectly consume the same food all its life if it contains all the Nutrient requirements in the right proportions.
Household ration option
If you prefer to give Household to your dog, we can advise you when nutritional consultation to establish a diet adapted to the size and specific needs of your animal. This diet will always require a supplementation, in particular calcium and phosphorus.
Watch the candy!
It is sometimes difficult to resist the desire to give a treat to his dog, especially when he looks at you with his begging eyes. Here are some tips:
- Avoid sweets and other unsuitable foods
- Prefer dietary treats specially designed for dogs
- Be vigilant about energy value treats, especially for small dogs
Note : A small section of camembert given to a 4 kg dog is at least equivalent to a whole camembert for a human!
Avoid also giving him food during your meals so as not to create bad habits and maintain a balanced relationship.
Individual nutritional monitoring
To ensure that optimal health to your companion, do not hesitate to consult our veterinary clinical nutrition specialists. We will be able to precisely adapt its diet according to:
- His age (dog, adult, Senior)
- Race and size
- Its level of activity
- Possible health problems
Comprehensive services for the well-being of your pet
Our clinic also offers many complementary services:
- General medicine and consultations
- Dentistry (important for a good diet)
- Examinations and laboratory analyses
- Specialized medicines as the Gastroenterology and dermatology
In summary
One quality food is the foundation of your dog's health. Whether it's premium croquettes or a balanced home ration, the important thing is to adapt your diet to your specific needs. Do not hesitate to consult our veterinarians for personalized advice and ensure the well-being of your four-legged companion.
