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Originally Posted by sganow  We free feed our dogs, but have always fed this way so they are used to it. They eat a few 'small meals' throughout the day and evening. If you decide to free feed your dog, then just watch her weight to make sure she doesn't gain too much. You could go back to scheduled feedings later if you need to. Most people will tell you that scheduled feedings are better, and they are right about that in most cases. Free feeding is more convenient for us, especially since we have 4 dogs and have had as many as 5 at one time. |
How much food do you leave out when you free-feed? Do you normally end up having to throw away food at the end of the night?
In the past, when I put all of Toki's food for the day in her dish, the kibble usually runs out in the early afternoon. I just added a couple tablespoons more to the dish if I found it empty but it makes me think that maybe I am not feeding her enough. I'm not sure if I should try to keep her dish full or just cut her off if she's eaten her kibble for the day.