How to feed a four-month-old Border Collie: Scientific Feeding Guide
The Border Collie (Border Collie) is a highly intelligent and high-energy dog breed. The four-month-old Border Collie is in a period of rapid growth, and scientific feeding methods are crucial to its healthy development. This article will combine the popular pet raising topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the feeding points of a four-month-old border collie.
1. Dietary needs of Border Collie for four months
The four-month-old Border Collie is in the transition stage from puppy to adult dog and has high nutritional needs. Please pay attention to the following points:
| Nutritional elements | daily requirement | common food sources |
|---|---|---|
| protein | 22%-32% | High-quality dog food, chicken, beef |
| fat | 10%-15% | fish, vegetable oil |
| Calcium | 0.8%-1.2% | Dairy products, calcium supplements |
| vitamins | Appropriate amount | Vegetables and fruits (such as carrots, apples) |
2. Feeding frequency and food intake
It is recommended that a four-month-old border collie eat small meals frequently. Please refer to the following table for the specific feeding plan:
| time | Feeding amount | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 7-8 am | 30% of total diet | Pair with appropriate amount of warm water |
| 12-13 noon | 20% of total diet | Can add a small amount of snacks |
| 17-18 o'clock in the evening | 30% of total diet | avoid greasy food |
| 21-22 o'clock before going to bed | 20% of total diet | Small amounts of easily digestible food |
3. Answers to popular feeding questions
Based on the topic of border sheep feeding that has been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days, the following frequently asked questions have been sorted out:
1. Can I feed human food to border collies?
Long-term feeding of human food is not recommended. Some human foods such as chocolate, onions, grapes, etc. are toxic to dogs, and the seasonings in human food may harm dogs’ health.
2. Do you need supplements?
If you are feeding a high-quality, complete dog food, additional supplements are usually not needed. However, if symptoms of calcium deficiency occur (such as weak legs and underdeveloped teeth), calcium supplements can be supplemented under the guidance of a veterinarian.
3. How to judge whether the feeding amount is appropriate?
It can be judged by the following indicators: - Steady weight gain - Feces that are neither soft nor hard - Good mental state - Not excessively gluttonous
4. Special feeding during training period
Border Collie can start basic training when it is four months old. When feeding during training, attention should be paid to:
| training items | Suggested reward foods | single component |
|---|---|---|
| Basic command training | small snack pellets | 1-2g/time |
| obedience training | Chicken jerky | 3-5g/time |
| outdoor training | High energy snacks | 5-8g/time |
5. Hot discussion on the Internet: New trends in border livestock feeding
According to the recent popularity of online discussions, border livestock feeding has shown the following new trends:
1.Feeding raw meat and bones: Some owners try to feed raw meat, but they need to pay attention to parasite risks and nutritional balance.
2.Smart feeder: Can be fed regularly and quantitatively to solve the feeding problem of office workers.
3.functional snacks: Such as teeth cleaning snacks, joint care snacks, etc. have attracted attention.
6. Special reminder
1. The four-month-old Border Collie is in the teething period, so special teething toys can be provided to relieve discomfort.
2. Ensure clean drinking water is available 24 hours a day.
3. Weigh regularly and record the growth curve, and seek medical attention promptly if any abnormalities occur.
Scientific feeding is the basis for ensuring the healthy growth of Border Collie. I hope this article can help you better take care of your four-month-old Border Collie baby. As your dog grows, it is recommended to adjust the diet plan every 3-6 months to meet the nutritional needs of different stages.
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