How to feed a full moon puppy
Recently, the topic of pet feeding has continued to increase in popularity on major social platforms, especially issues related to puppy feeding. The following is a scientific feeding guide compiled based on hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to help novice owners easily cope with the growth needs of full-month puppies.
1. Physiological characteristics of full-moon puppies
Puppies enter a period of rapid growth after one month, and their digestive systems are still fragile. Special attention should be paid to the following characteristics:
| Physiological indicators | normal range | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| weight | Average daily growth of 5-10% | Weighing at a fixed time every day |
| body temperature | 38.5-39.5℃ | Avoid getting cold or overheating |
| Number of bowel movements | 4-6 times/day | Observe whether the shape is formed |
| sleep time | 18-20 hours/day | Keep the environment quiet |
2. Core feeding plan
1. Diet arrangements (phased transition)
| time stage | food type | Feeding frequency | single component |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1-3 | Breast milk/dog milk powder | Once every 4 hours | 15-20ml |
| Day 4-7 | Milk powder + soaked milk cake | Once every 5 hours | 20-25ml+5g |
| From the 8th day | Special puppy food | 4-5 times a day | 10-15g/time |
2. Key points of nutritional supplements
According to the advice of your pet doctor, special attention should be paid to:
The calcium to phosphorus ratio is 1.2:1, choose a supplement containing D3
Add probiotics 1-2 times a week (dose calculated based on body weight)
No high-salt/high-sugar foods for humans
3. Health management data reference
| Project | Compliance standards | Exception handling |
|---|---|---|
| hair condition | Glossy and dandruff-free | Supplement lecithin |
| Defecation status | Yellowish brown strip | Diarrhea requires fasting for half a day |
| activity performance | Average daily play time is 2-3 hours | lethargy requires medical attention |
4. Top 5 recent popular feeding issues
According to statistics from Zhihu, Douyin and other platforms:
| question | frequency of occurrence | Professional advice |
|---|---|---|
| What to do if you bark in the middle of the night | 38.7% | Adjust feeding schedule |
| Refuse to eat dog food | 25.2% | Try soaking in warm water |
| Bloody stool | 18.9% | Seek medical examination immediately |
| Slow weight gain | 12.4% | Check for parasites |
| Frequent scratching | 4.8% | Check for food allergies |
5. Special precautions
1.vaccine period: Avoid changing your diet within 48 hours after vaccination
2.deworming cycle: The first deworming is recommended at 45 days of age, using special puppy chemicals
3.environmental adaptation: Prepare a constant temperature nest mat (recommended 28-30℃) to avoid direct blowing
Scientific feeding needs to be adjusted based on individual differences, and regular physical examinations are recommended (recommended frequency: once every 2 weeks after the full moon). By establishing a regular feeding log (please refer to the table below), you can more effectively understand the growth status of your puppies.
| Date | Weight(g) | Food intake (g) | Number of bowel movements | special record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example | +5% | Meet the standard | 5 times | Slightly soft stool |
With these key figures in hand, your full-month puppy can grow up healthy and strong. If abnormalities persist, please contact a professional pet medical institution in time.
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