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Dogs: care, feeding and health

Everything to look after your dog: how much and what it eats at every age, the vaccination schedule, the daily routine and the traits of each breed.

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Diet

How much dry food a day, wet or dry food and how to adjust the ration by weight and activity.

Care

Walks, hygiene, rest and play: the routine that keeps a dog healthy and balanced.

Health

Required vaccines, deworming and the signs that mean it is time to see the vet.

Training

Basic commands, walking without pulling and how to train without shouting or punishment.

Breeds

Size, energy, special care and life expectancy of the most searched-for breeds.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Dogs: care, feeding and health

How many times a day should a dog be taken out?

A healthy adult dog needs to go out 3 times a day: two short walks to relieve itself and one long one (45-60 minutes) to walk, sniff and burn energy. Puppies need more, shorter outings.

How much dry food should a dog eat a day?

It depends on weight, age and activity: as a guide, a 10 kg dog eats around 200-250 g of dry food a day in two meals. The bag has a table by weight and it is always better to stay short than to overdo it.

Which vaccines are required for a dog?

The essential ones are the combined vaccine (distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis and parainfluenza) and the rabies vaccine. Puppies start at 6-8 weeks and repeat every 2-4 weeks until they are 16 weeks old.