Diamond Show Poodles
Tips for Feeding Royal and Standard Poodles in California
Poodles make great pets and are among the smartest breeds. They are also fun, energetic, and easy to train—their eagerness and intelligence make them one of the best choices for a family dog or a service dog. For first-time owners, raising Poodle puppies can be confusing; but we are here to help!
Healthy and Well-Trained Puppies
Diamond Show Poodles produces healthy and well-trained Royal and Standard Poodles in California. Each puppy is AKC-registered throughout California and bordering states and goes through early training. We only have Poodle puppies for sale once a year to ensure the quality and health of each puppy—bringing exclusive, exquisite, and exceptional Poodles to families like yours!
Proper Poodle Care: Diet and Feeding
Proper Poodle care will include many factors that foster learning healthy behavioral patterns while maintaining excellent health. Read on to find out how to feed Poodle puppies properly.
What Poodles Should Eat
Poodles should eat a high-quality, protein-rich diet, which typically includes chicken, beef, turkey, pork, duck, or fish. There are also other good options for nutrients besides meat: grains, like rice; fruits, such as apples; and vegetables, like pumpkins, peas, and carrots. Poodles need fats, vitamins, minerals, and fiber to stay healthy.
How Much Food You Should Feed Them
The nutritional requirements of your Poodle will be determined mostly by its size, activity level, age, metabolism, and overall health. The trick is not to overfeed or underfeed your dog.
Standard Poodles should eat twice daily to help them digest food, reduce hunger, and avoid bloating, which can be life-threatening. Toy and Miniature Poodles, on the other hand, may prefer two to three meals a day.
How Often You Should Switch Their Food
A fast change in food can upset the dog’s stomach and cause digestive problems. To change food, have the current and new food on hand and gradually switch over three weeks. You can mix the old food with the new one by following this guide:
- Week 1: 3/4 Old Food, 1/4 New Food
- Week 2: 1/2 Old Food, 1/2 New Food
- Week 3: 1/4 Old Food, 3/4 New Food
- Week 4: Complete Switch to New Food
