Fortunately, the pet food industry has developed a wide array of different dog food formulas. And being aware of the nutrients your Chow Chow needs, such as canine food sensitivities and high-quality protein. In fact, their rich history includes canine companions to Chinese nobles, and was later adorned by Queen Victoria in the s. Chows were introduced to Americans in the s, and admitted into the AKC in , further cementing their status worldwide as a favorite amongst dog enthusiasts.
They sport a thick double coat that requires bi-weekly brushing and regular grooming. Consequently, a diet high in lean protein is advantageous for Chows. Not only for their overall well-being but it ensures a shiny, healthy coat and skin. For example, according to the American Kennel Club , many Chow Chow owners opt for a low-grain diet, particularly because the breed is prone to allergies.
Therefore, you may want to consider the benefits of grain-free dog food or limited ingredient diet when thinking about the best food for the Chow Chow dog. Chow Chows are often categorized as overweight dogs. Therefore, be mindful not to overfeed pups, avoid giving them table scraps and implement proper exercise.
Speak with your vet to determine the best food and portion sizes for their age, weight and health issues, if any. Below, a general rule of thumb to follow:. As mentioned, since this breed is typically sedentary, check with your vet if you have questions about portion control or frequency of feeding. Modern-day chows, who generally live a much more deserving life, can eat some of these foods as well. As with all dogs, their ancestors ate certain foods specific to their corners of the globe.
The trick is to balance the use of those foods with others that we modern-day humans know are beneficial. Chows may have eaten less protein in their China days, but it's usually considered the centerpiece of the dog diet. It's generally recommended that a healthy dog diet contain at least 50 percent protein from recognizable sources like fish, poultry, and other animal proteins.
Offer your chow vegetables and fruits in small amounts, and see how he does. Rice was fed back in the day, so you can also offer rice in small amounts--although it might give him nightmares.
According to Hills Pet , Chow Chows are genetically different from other breeds in the same class, making them digest foods differently. The Chow Chow has historically eaten little meat, substituting large amounts of grains and vegetables. Feeding a Chow Chow large amounts of meat can cause bloat or gut twisting. Providing your Chow Chow lean meats in small enough quantities is a healthy option for your Chow Chow.
Finding foods that are made with these lean proteins and with the correct amounts can be difficult. Since beef is generally unhealthy and not well tolerated — but widespread in the dog food industry, it can be challenging to find kibble mixes without beef by-products. Chow Chow owners recommended staying away from these products as they can be harder to digest for your dog. Figuring out the dry matter concentration is done by taking the percentage of protein, dividing it by the percentage of dry matter, and then multiplying that number by At times, your Chow Chow may gorge themselves and overeat in the process.
As most other breeds will also do, the Chow Chow tends to overindulge, and this can also cause stomach issues. You can quickly remedy this problem by using a slow-feeding dish. I feed my dogs at mealtime with the family. Over the course of a meal, I will portion out their food 3 — 4 times. They consume their full portion, but over a span of 20 minutes or so instead of gobbling it all up in 2!
Monitoring their food consumption is the only way to keep track of how much they need. The ideal weight of a Chow Chow is between lbs. Compared to other non-sporting breeds of similar weight, the Chow Chow eats less than most other breeds. Should I spoil my pup? Need advice everyone. Thank you.
I have a month old male chow chow. He loves to play in the dirt and mud. Specially when it rains. Sometimes he just stands there in the rain. Can I please get help on this?
Do I really just need to shower his once a year. My chow chow runt turns 17 this month. Any ideas? It must be made in the USA, and preferably as natural as possible. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Grooming Regular grooming with the correct tool is important. Author Diana Phillips Heat Prostration The Chow is subject to heat prostration if left in a hot closed-in area or the sun.
Gole Cruz on July 21, at pm. Lies Dobbelaere on October 11, at am. Lisa on January 26, at pm. Please be a responsible pet owner. You are not doing them any favors. Ariadna on June 17, at pm. Maybe trying to give her dog food with warm water mixed together. Ingrid on January 1, at pm. I would greatly apprecite your help!
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