Large and
giant breed puppies require moderate calories intake and low calcium levels during the growth stage in order to achieve a slow and steady growth to stop the risk of developmental orthopedic diseases later on in life.
Younger puppies need more calories per unit of bodyweight than older ones, and large or
giant breed puppies require more energy until an older age than puppies of small breeds.
Not exact matches
As with any
giant breed vigilance is
required in raising and caring for Newfoundland
puppies.
The AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) recently started
requiring specific pet food labels for large and
giant breed puppy food, and manufacturers are expected to comply with these new guidelines this year.