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Eating enough? HI all: I just wanted to post a quick question and see if any of you other yorkie parents have a response. Dex is now a little over 8 months old and around 3.8 lbs. Both of his parents were around 6 lbs and sturdy. I have noticed in the last week or so that when I rub on his back I can feel his vertebrae? Is this a normal puppy thing? as in do they not "fill-out" until a little later in age. It seems that his growth pattern has been mostly growing in height first then in length... He eats his food well and seems to be on a regular schedule. I am not sure if I should be feeding his more? I do not want to over feed him! When I put his food down in the evening he doesn't run over and ravage it or anything; he just simply eats a little then leaves and comes back and finishes it later. I am assuming he is getting enough food or would act REALLY hungry when I feed him?? Anyone have any input here? Oh his feeding schedule is 2x daily once around 6:50 am (1/2 cup) then 1/2 cup around 6:00 pm |
I dont know it sounds like hes eating too much too me. He will fill in as he gets older. |
I was having a similar issue with Lily, now 11 months, from very early until more recently. She has since filled out and is a sturdy albeit petite 5.7 lbs. Putting Lily on a strict schedule didn't work. She just munches throughout the day. And half a cup for a 4 lb dog is way too much. You may try free feeding. Just a thought... |
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