by Connie
(Midlothian, TX, USA)
My vet advised me not to feed my new puppy, puppy food as it will make her grow quicker and cause problems with her bones as she get's a little older.
I feed my dog's all natural brand dry dog food and was talking with a man who has a rescue about my vet telling me not to feed my rottweiler puppy food where he disagreed and said a large breed puppy food should be used up to 2 years of age to develop strong bones.
So, now I am unsure as to what is best for my girl, a good all natural puppy food or adult food and pet-form vitamin-mineral supplement, cosequin- DS, and Ester -C immune support tabs.
When I changed her to the puppy food, I stopped the supplement's as I don't want to give her to much of something and cause her damage in the future.
Hi Connie
This is a subject where there are often conflicting opinions - with each side being passionate about their viewpoint!
Personally I agree with your second recommendation - that is to feed a puppy food until the pup is mature. The key here is to feed only a premium food that has been specifically formulated for large breed puppies.
That way you can be sure that the optimum ratio of protein:fats:calcium etc. is adhered to and that your puppy doesn't get too much of anything. Your vet is correct in that some puppy foods are too high in protein for a large breed puppy and can lead to bone/joint issues, but a premium 'large breed puppy food' won't have that problem.
I'd recommend that you visit my Feeding Puppies page as it has all the information you need on how to choose the correct food, and what dietary needs your pup has. My Best Puppy Food page has more info. plus a selection of some of the best choices on the market.
Hope this helps. Best of luck with your pup.
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