I feed Teddy NB Duck/Pot and hes is 11#. According to the packaging he should eat 1 cup of dry plus up to 1/4 cup wet Natural Balance. He never eats that much. I put out a little over 1/2 cup (mostly dry) mixed for breakfast and the same for dinner. He probably eats about 3/4 a cup all day. Our vet said not to worry unless he lost weight and we could start to see his ribs. Do you feel like she has gained too much? It seems like it should be about the right amount. Teddy seems to eat only what he needs. You said she doesn't always finish it all. Do you think shes over eating? Does she feel fat around her middle when you hold her? Is the vet concerned? As long as shes getting plenty of exercise, has plenty of energy and is eating about the suggested amount I think you are doing a good mommy job. I think its more about how your baby feels than what the bag says but other long time Yorkie parents will probably have better advice.
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