The Importance of Proper Nutrition for Puppies and Junior Dogs

Puppy food and Junior dog food are specially formulated to supply your growing pet with all the nutrients and supplements necessary for their critical growth phases.

Here’s why choosing the right food is essential:

• Balanced Growth: Puppy and Junior dog food supports balanced bone and muscle development, ensuring your young dog grows at a healthy pace.
• Essential Nutrients: These foods are enriched with essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, vital for your puppy’s or junior dog’s overall development and health. This includes keeping their puppy coat, teeth and bones in top condition.
• Energy Needs: Puppies and junior dogs are incredibly energetic, they jump, run and play a lot more than adult dogs and therefore require diets that meet their high energy demands.

However, it’s also vital to be aware of what NOT to feed your puppy or junior dog. Human-safe foods like chocolate, grapes, onions, and anything containing xylitol can be dangerous to young dogs and should be avoided.

Transitioning to Adult Dog Food

Puppies and junior dogs can usually start transitioning to adult dog food (either wet dog food or dry dog food) around the age of 12 months for most breeds. However, some larger breeds may require Puppy food or Junior dog food for up to 24 months. It’s important to make this transition gradually to avoid digestive issues and ensure a smooth changeover to their new adult diet.

Order Online or Visit Us Instore

Ready to provide your puppy or junior dog with the nutrition they need for a healthy start in life? Order your Puppy food or Junior dog food online now or visit one of our Gladwell’s stores to purchase in person.

Our knowledgeable staff are always on hand to offer helpful advice and assist you in selecting the perfect food for your growing dog. Give your puppy or junior dog the best start with Gladwell’s Pet today!