The chihuahua, in addition to being a faithful, restless and friendly companion, is a very easy pet to maintain and care for thanks to its small size. And we can't compare, for example, the amount of feed needed by a Great Dane with that of a Chihuahua.
This is a dog with a medium need for exercise, which means that he does not need to receive a large amount of calories. If you have decided to adopt one and you are wondering about its diet, don't hesitate to continue reading this article on our site to find out how much a Chihuahua eats
What will the amount of food depend on
As we well know, there are two types of Chihuahua: the apple head and the deer head, which differ in size, with the deer head being somewhat larger. To know their nutritional needs, it is essential to know the weight of our chihuahua, since the amount of food will depend on that.
The advantage of this breed is its small size, which allows a smaller amount of feed, which means that its daily food costs are very low, unlike other larger dog breeds.
There are different types of food for the Chihuahua, what we recommend beforehand is that you look for a quality one that keeps him he althy and strong, something that directly affects his quality of life and his appearance.
How much does a puppy chihuahua eat?
When the Chihuahua puppy is in full growth stage he has specific care and nutritional needs as he requires a series of supplements such as calcium or fats among others. Most of the feeds in the gamma Junior are perfectly adapted to these needs, but you must take into account some factors:
- Until the puppy's 5th month of life, the needs will increase according to its physical development
- Once this time has passed, the puppy will gradually reduce the quantities, all to prevent obesity, something very common in chihuahua dogs.
- Junior feed has a high caloric content, for this reason and as it approaches 9 months of age we will have to reduce the doses.
- At this stage, the development of teeth also stands out. Find toys that are right for him, specific to his puppy stage.
Below we show you a specific feeding table for Junior puppies, obviously the amount to be administered may vary depending on the brand of the chosen product, for this reason we recommend you consult the table on the back and consult your your vet.
How much does an adult chihuahua dog eat?
Once our chihuahua is over 9 months old, he must change the type of feed and choose a specific one for his newly released adult stage. For this, on the market you will find different ranges of Adult feed.
We remind you that it is very important that you practice exercise with your pet, always adapted to its rhythm and resistance. In this way you will be able to have your chihuahua dog he althy and super happy. It is essential to prevent obesity in this breed.
In the table below you will see the amount of food indicated for the adult dog, depending on the physical activity it performs. Check the recommended amounts on the back of the chosen feed and if in doubt, consult your trusted veterinarian.
And an elderly chihuahua dog?
Once your dog is over 7 years old, it will begin to reduce its physical activity and enter old age. For this there is the gamma Senior, with a lower caloric intake but with vitamin and calcium supplements, very important for the maintenance of your body.
The quantities are usually the same as in the adult stage, only the composition of the food varies. Always remember to consult the table of the chosen product or your veterinarian and if you see your dog listless, you can consult the administration of vitamins, an extra to improve his vitality.
To keep your chihuahua vital, it is essential that you practice specific exercise for older dogs with him, don't stop having good times with him!
