is it natural for puppys to be so greedy

[zakandbudsmam]

my zak .....is a walking tank ..he would eat 24hrs a day if i let him .....i have to separate bud from him feeding as he dosnt get any peace i know this has to stop but ...would just like to know why are they so greedy

[GSDOWNER]

Wish George was a greedy eater, he is such a picky eater,

If you can feel, but not see, his ribs when you stroke his sides, then he's about right. Remember, the feeding guides are for 'the average' dog - who doesn't exist. Try increasing his food!

[zakandbudsmam]

Originally Posted by ALPHAMALE

Wish George was a greedy eater, he is such a picky eater,

If you can feel, but not see, his ribs when you stroke his sides, then he's about right. Remember, the feeding guides are for 'the average' dog - who doesn't exist. Try increasing his food!

hiya thanks for your reply .i have changed zaks food from bakers puppy to the normal one he seems a bit better ....everytime i go into the kitchen he is looking for his next meal im not used to this as bud was such a picky eater he has got better since the pup came along .but i have to feed them separate as zak will push him out the way to pinch his food .........but now he sits and waits to see if bud has left any ........zak is 4months .and really big .i worry am i giving him enough or to little ,can anyone help me in choosing the right amount ...and im still catching him eating his poo .if i dont get out and clean it up straight away he is there ..........but its mainly buds poo as bud eat meat as in butchers food but the vet did say its natural as they smell the food .but it aint very nice xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[GSDOWNER]

I really don't know how to advise on this one, it depends on what and when your feeding him, his weight and also his height. Feeding frequency depends on your puppy's age. 6 weeks-3 months - 4 meals a day; 3-6 months - 3-4 meals a day; 6 months-adulthood - 2-3 meals a day

Even though most breeds look fully-grown by around 6-8 months, they're still puppies on the inside. Their bones are becoming stronger and their bodies filling out. Only after 12 months (24 months for very large breeds) is your dog ready for adult food.

Dogs are the masters of looking like they're getting starved at each meal. Feed according to what you know is best for them, not what they think is best and I agree, a bit on the thin side is better than carrying even one extra unnecessary ounce. If you keep them a bit hungry at mealtimes then you won't be overfeeding during training time if you use food as your motivator/reinforcer. Also, don't allow them to eat from each other's bowls. Ensure both get exactly what they need, even if you have to separate them during feeding.

[aitchparki]

Ty sometime eats his own poo and is quite sneaky about it as he knows we don't approve, apparently if you put courgettes in their food then they don't do this as it makes it taste unpleasant to them but can't say i've tried and tested that with him as its an v occasional thing. He is quite mad though on eating horse manure, if its fresh, which is a nightmare if we're on a walk and he's off lead as i have to keep a close eye on him... Also it goes straight through him so he has lots and lots of poos himself later that day or the day after- lovely! Not really sure why he does it, as he seems well nourished and happy on James Wellbeloved diet. Enough about poo anyway as just had my dinner!
He is a real gannet with any food as well and is very food motivated which can be quite useful as he'll do anything for a treat and this really helped / helps when training him!! His favourite 'foods' I have probably mentioned before are carrots, chicken and ice-cubes (not together but am sure he wouldn't say no) ! He gets treats in moderation though and only healthy ones and he knows not to ever 'beg' for human food e.g. when we're eating so that's all fine. xx

[zakandbudsmam]

Originally Posted by aitchparki

Ty sometime eats his own poo and is quite sneaky about it as he knows we don't approve, apparently if you put courgettes in their food then they don't do this as it makes it taste unpleasant to them but can't say i've tried and tested that with him as its an v occasional thing. He is quite mad though on eating horse manure, if its fresh, which is a nightmare if we're on a walk and he's off lead as i have to keep a close eye on him... Also it goes straight through him so he has lots and lots of poos himself later that day or the day after- lovely! Not really sure why he does it, as he seems well nourished and happy on James Wellbeloved diet. Enough about poo anyway as just had my dinner!
He is a real gannet with any food as well and is very food motivated which can be quite useful as he'll do anything for a treat and this really helped / helps when training him!! His favourite 'foods' I have probably mentioned before are carrots, chicken and ice-cubes (not together but am sure he wouldn't say no) ! He gets treats in moderation though and only healthy ones and he knows not to ever 'beg' for human food e.g. when we're eating so that's all fine. xx

hithanks for your reply .i know its not very nice when they eat poo .i just hope he stops soon zak is a lot more settled now since i changed his food ..bud always has his tin of tuna to so zak has joined in that one .i must weigh him as i picked my grandson up and he is 3and half stone i guess my zak feels that or more he is now 4mts .doing really well settled into a routine bud keeps him in check they are great company .long may it continue