The tiny mouths of some little dogs may
require smaller kibble to be more easily chewed.
Small dogs have unique health needs that may
require a smaller kibble size, and their higher metabolism and lean muscle mass mean they benefit from more nutrient dense food with higher antioxidant and protein levels.
Not exact matches
Since the Shih Tzu breed tends to have a short muzzle, typical
kibble shapes can be difficult to grasp and chew, and
small breeds tend to
require more dental care than larger breeds.
Once you've found the right dry dog
kibble, this
small dog will
require a total of 3/4 to 1.5 cups of food per day, divided between 2 - 3 meals.
The Boston Huahua is a
small - breed dog that is quite active and
requires a top - quality
kibble that reflects his size, age and energy level.
Large breed dogs
require bigger
kibbles, as they will grow faster than
smaller breeds.
This is important because toy and
small dogs have very specific protein needs and
require small sized
kibble pieces.
Small breeds like Chihuahuas
require more calories per pound of food, and
smaller kibble to prevent choking.
While a
small breed may fill up on just a
small scoop of
kibble, large breeds have significantly bigger stomachs that will
require a greater volume of food to feel full.
Wellness CORE Grain - Free
Small Breed Formula is great for
smaller breeds that
require high quality
kibble to meet their energy needs.
In contrast to large - breed puppies,
small and toy breed puppies will
require a higher energy requirement (over 400kcal / cup), denser proteins, a higher digestibility and a
smaller sized
kibble.