Dogs that have a weight of more than 26 kg, a height at the withers of 60 cm, are classified as large. Large weight increases the load on the heart, therefore, the food for large dogs should be saturated with elements of potassium and vitamin B, which help strengthen the heart muscle.
Also in the dry food for large breeds of dogs, more unsaturated fatty acids, such as fish oil, are a good preventive against cardiovascular diseases. Fish oil helps reduce the risk of diseases associated with excess weight, often observed in large dogs.
The best food for large dogs is premium food, they use better products than in feeds of economy class. The best producers are: Eukanuba, Pro Plan, Royal Canin.
Feeding puppies of large breeds
A special approach to feeding is required for puppies belonging to large breeds. During the rapid growth, their body needs an increased number of animal proteins, and for strong bones - you need calcium and phosphorus. But since such an increased, high-calorie diet can lead to rapid weight gain, and as a result, bones and joints can be deformed, the content of animal fat in the feed should be minimal. Feeds for dogs of large breed puppies are made with the use of chicken and lamb meat, which are not fat, and from cereals - rice is used, produced by manufacturers such as Nutra Nuggets, Bozita, Purina, Pro Plan.
How to feed an old dog?
As a rule, aging dogs do not have activity, therefore, feed for older dogs of large breeds should be especially balanced. The composition of feed for older dogs includes ingredients that promote weight control, providing mobility of joints, healthy hair, skin and teeth. It is better to use food brand Hills, Royal Canin, Bosch.