Proper Feeding

We all love our pets, but we need to remember that keeping our pet in ideal body condition, and providing him with 100% complete and balanced, high-quality nutrition is the key to a long and happy healthy pet. By keeping our pets healthy through pet meds and proper feeding we can add years to a dog's life, research has shown. You can follow certain guidelines to insure proper feeding for your dog.

Feed your dog at least twice a day

An adult dog needs to be fed twice a day, but puppies should eat smaller portions and up to four times a day is recommended. The reason for feeding your dog smaller portions at least twice a day is to decrease the risk of bloat. Your Pet Meds store can recommend the proper food for you pet.

Read the guidelines on the food

On the food packages you will find feeding guidelines that will tell you how much to feed your dog based on size, age and/or weight. NEVER OVER FEED YOUR DOG, and overweight dog may be cute, but an obese dog will make him vulnerable to weight-related disorders. Consult your vet or Pet Meds store.

Feeding Time

Many people will say that your pet should be feed at the exact same time every day. Since I have not seen a dog tell time, this rule is not as strict as many think. Don't go over the edge about the time, but a time frame is always the key. Don't worry your pet will not let you forget to feed them.

Always feed your dog room temperature dog food

If you are feeding dry pet food or wet food from a can that you pulled out from the pantry, then this is not an issue. Remember if you are feeding your dog frozen meat thaw it for about 3 hours at room temperature. Never microwave your pet's food, it will decrease the nutritional value for your pet. Risk: Non room temperature food can give your pet an upset stomach.

Maintain Hygiene and Provide Water

Always provide fresh drinking water and a clean bowl.

Feed your pet the same food everyday

Although we enjoy variations and can handle different meals, our 4 legged friends cannot. If you have to change your pet's diet, remember to do so gradually so the intestinal flora of your pet does not get upset. Risk: Changing your pet's food at once can result in stomach upset and diarrhea. Consult your vet or Pet Meds store.

Placement of the food area and free of disturbance

It is advised to keep your dog's food area the same and to not move his food area.


Be Careful on Treats and Table Scraps

Let your pet work for their treats. Make sure that the table scraps are not spicy or too fatty. Some foods that you enjoy can be toxic to your pet. For example, chocolate, onions, raisins, and grapes. Avoid cooked bones and minerals and vitamin additives.


In summary, the three most important things to remember is water, routine, and visits to your vet for checkups. Remember maintaining your dog's good health is a big responsibility, and one that's best shared with your veterinarian. If your veterinarian discovers that your dog has a special condition, he may recommend special pet food that can be acquired at a pet meds store online.