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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985   Feeding a dog less isn't going to change your new pup's genetic road map for growing. If his genes tell him to grow to be a healthy slender 10 lbs then the pup will be 10 lbs. If his genes tell him to be 5 lbs, then he'll be 5 lbs. There is nothing that you can do to change that. Love him regardless. |
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Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama Please don't withhold food in an attempt to control weight in a growing pup. By doing so, you will also be withholding nutrition that is essential for brain, bone and muscle development which will have a negative impact on his over all health. Your goal should be the healthiest dog possible, what ever his natural size. |
A malnourished pup will be very sick, prone to bone breakage, and will have an underdeveloped brain.