Usually, the dog food bag has a recommended amount, but Joey's breeder said that the first 6-8 months they should be free fed. This means leaving food out at all time. Dogs have growth spurts, and many grow one pound in a month, and than no weight gain for another. Teeth and bones are growing at his age, and this requires extra calories as well. Don't worry now about him being overweight. As long as you aren't giving unhealthy snacks his weight is probably right on target. |