What is the right way to feed your husky?

The popularity of the husky today is undeniable. People literally fall in love with these dogs with an unusual appearance at first sight. Many breeders are also attracted by the fact that huskies do not require complex and expensive care. However, they must be properly fed. Only in this case can we talk about good health and longevity of an energetic pet.

It is necessary to grow huskies at home according to all the rules. And this applies not only to the strict education of these naughty animals, but also to their feeding.

One of the most important rules for feeding a husky is a mandatory meal after a walk. Many people know that representatives of this world famous breed are distinguished by enviable energy and active behavior. They love to run, jump and play a lot. For this reason, you should not give your pet any treats before a walk (5 hours before going out) - this can lead to volvulus. Such problems often lead to death of the animal. This recommendation should not be neglected if you value the life and health of your pet.

Veterinarians do not recommend giving mixed food to northern dogs (meaning a combination of dry and natural food). This can ultimately lead to the fact that their gastrointestinal tract will not work properly. The animal will suffer because of this.

The main indicator of a balanced diet is the condition of the pet. The physical data of the dog must necessarily correspond to the loads that he receives daily. For this reason, it is recommended that husky food be divided into separate rations - one will be relevant in winter, and the other in summer. The most optimal season for a husky is winter. During this period, the animal should consume more food than on summer days.

You can see that animals that expose themselves to serious physical exertion and eat properly look a little dry from the outside. They have ribs on the sides, as well as well-defined muscles. Dogs with prominent ribs are excluded from exhibitions, but the musculature can still be perfectly visible. Wasting or obesity is not a problem that Husky dogs suffer from. This distinctive feature takes place due to the appropriate loads and a properly built power supply. An interesting fact: an obese husky will lose weight and lose weight much faster than an emaciated dog will gain weight and get fat.

This is necessary for the animal to grow properly and be healthy. In addition, only in this case will the correct growth of the ligamentous apparatus and a strong bone be ensured.

Representatives of the famous husky breed belong to the category of unpretentious and undemanding pets. It is not difficult to ensure that these pets eat properly. The main thing is to know what products the husky can eat and what not. Let's look at what food will be good for these pets, and what will only do harm.

Each owner must decide in advance on what kind of food he will give his pet. You can feed your husky with natural food, or you can buy ready-made industrial food from well-known brands. Both options have their strengths and weaknesses.

If you decide to feed your beloved dog with natural products, then you definitely need to familiarize yourself with the list of permitted positions that you can safely give to a husky without fear for his health.

• Meat. The northern sled dog menu should not be complete without meat. This product contains protein, calcium, magnesium necessary for the body and many useful vitamins. In the daily menu of this component, no more than 50-60% can be present (we are talking about pure meat). As for the loins and other pieces of the first grade, they do not differ in a large amount of valuable microelements. It is better to give the husky offal and pieces with bones. For example, it can be internal organs, liver, ears, scar.

• It should be noted that it is better not to give fatty husky meat. Lamb and pork are totally unsuitable for a dog to eat. It is recommended to buy chicken, turkey or rabbit carcasses for the husky. Fresh beef is also fine.

• A fish. This is another great source of protein. Fish meat is very quickly absorbed by the dog's body and does not cause all sorts of allergic reactions. In addition, marine fish also contains components such as zinc, magnesium, iodine and calcium. It is recommended to feed the husky with fish that has been thoroughly stoned. In addition, this product must first undergo heat treatment (you can boil or stew the fish). The carcasses will need to be thoroughly cleaned of scales, intestines and gills should be removed.

• Eggs. It is another great source of animal protein and fat. This product contains a considerable amount of organic acids, vitamins and microelements. All these components are quickly absorbed by the husky's body. It is advisable to give the eggs to the dogs in a boiled state.Some experts recommend feeding dogs crushed eggshells added to the main course. This recommendation is relevant, since it is the shells that are the main source of calcium.

• Dairy products. It is not recommended to give fresh milk to dogs of northern breeds. It is better to indulge the doggie with fresh homemade yogurt or low-fat kefir instead. If we are talking about a young husky, then he should be given cottage cheese, the fat content of which is no more than 10%. It should be borne in mind that fermented milk products have a positive effect on the gastrointestinal tract of animals. You cannot do without such products if the pet is moving away from any disease and he needs to get stronger as soon as possible.

• Fats. These components include vitamins C and D, as well as special linoleic acid. The required percentage of animal fat is present in fresh meat and fish. If you are feeding your dog these foods, no top-up fat will be necessary. Oils such as olive, soy, corn or sunflower will be much more useful here. It is permissible to pour oil into already prepared food, but one must very carefully monitor the applied dosage of this component.

• Fruits and vegetables. Vegetables and fruits should not be neglected when compiling a husky menu. It is these products that are sources of vegetable fiber and vitamin components. Fruits with vegetables can be served to dogs both raw and boiled or stewed. The most useful product is rightfully recognized as ordinary carrots, but it should be given in moderation. If there are too many carrots in the husky's diet, then the color of the coat may acquire an ugly reddish tint.

• You can add fresh tomatoes, zucchini and cabbage to the diet (both white and cauliflower are suitable). Of course, these vegetables should be given in limited quantities. Don't overfeed your husky with tomatoes or cabbage. If you don't follow this rule, then vegetables are more likely to harm than benefit.

• Porridge. Porridge must be included in the husky's diet. Most often, these beautiful and energetic pets are given oatmeal, buckwheat and boiled rice. Such dishes are combined with meat and vegetables. The result is a balanced and very satisfying diet that gives the husky even more strength.

Often, husky owners prefer to feed their pets with ready-made industrial feeds, which are sold in many stores and are presented in a huge assortment. Such food options are good because they do not need to be prepared in advance - boil or stew. The owner only needs to empty the pellets or transfer the liquid food to the dog's bowl.

Besides, high-quality feed from renowned manufacturers contains all the necessary components, vitamins, minerals and useful elements required by the body of this dog of this energetic breed. Of course, in this case, we are talking only about high-quality premium or super-premium products. Such feeds are always more expensive, but they do not harm the health of animals and contain only natural and safe ingredients.

You should not save on ready-made husky food also because cheap options with a meager content usually have a negligible percentage of protein. But it is this component that a dog needs most of all.

The main disadvantage of modern industrial feeds is that they are very expensive for the owners, some options are more difficult to find. In addition, some manufacturers simply distort the composition of the finished product, overestimating the percentage of meat components contained there and incorrectly indicating all the names of ingredients.

But you should not resort to such feeding for small puppies or teenage dogs.

High-quality feed should not contain preservatives of unknown origin, dyes, flavor enhancers and other similar chemicals. All contents of such food must be natural and absolutely safe.

Before you go to the store to buy the perfect ready-made food for a handsome thoroughbred, it is recommended that you consult your veterinarian first... He will tell you which products are best for your pet. If you are planning to buy food related to the medical line, then a visit to the veterinarian will become a prerequisite. Food of this kind can only be given according to the testimony of a specialist, otherwise it can cause serious harm to the health of the pet.

It is not enough to know what is allowed to feed energetic and irrepressible huskies. It is also necessary to figure out what products these pets should not eat in any case.

• Do not feed your dogs fatty meats. These include lamb and pork.
• It is not necessary to give milk to thoroughbred dogs. Low-fat kefir and cottage cheese with a low percentage of fat will be quite enough.
• Dangerous product for dogs - chicken bones, especially tubular. They are small in size and have sharp edges. Very often, chicken bones seriously damage the internal organs of animals. This can lead to very sad consequences.
• Do not give any dog ​​breeds chocolate, buns or other sweets. Sometimes animals beg for these delicacies from the owners. In such cases, one must show composure and not succumb to sad eyes. Remove harmful products away so that the dog will definitely not be able to get to them.
• It is not allowed to feed the husky with grapes or raisins.
• It is better not to give the representatives of this breed nuts and potatoes.
• Do not add sugar substitutes to dog food.
• Don't give your husky pasta. Usually, such products do not cause any particular harm to health, but they also do not contain the proper amount of nutrients. It is better to give up such useless food in favor of the same cereals.
• Smoked meats, spices, spicy dishes, fried foods - all these are delicacies forbidden for boorish.
• Foods with spices and salt should also not be given to purebred dogs.
• Dishes with any artificial additives can harm your pet's health, so there is no need to feed them.
• It is not recommended to feed the husky with food that is too cold or too hot. It is necessary to ensure that the food is close to room temperature - this is the best indicator.

There is nothing difficult here. It all depends on the age of the pet.

• Very small puppies, whose age has approached 1.5 months, should be fed at least 4-5 times a day.
• A two- or three-month-old fluffy will need to be fed less often - 3-4 times a day.
• Until the husky puppy is six months old, he will need to be fed at least 3 times a day. This schedule must be followed so that the animal grows well and develops in the future.
• Dogs from 6 months to a year should eat about 2-3 times a day.

Nutrition for husky babies is a responsible and very serious business. Here breeders have to be very careful so as not to harm the health of the little bully.

With mother's milk, husky puppies receive all the trace elements and vitamins necessary for further growth and development. In the first month of a puppy's life, you don't have to worry about what to feed him. It will only be necessary to monitor what the nursing mother eats. During this time, the bitch should consume a sufficient amount of protein.

If the puppy is not very lucky and the bitch does not have milk, then you will need to turn to special hypoallergenic substitutes.In most cases, they are sold as dry mixes. Feeding babies should be from a small bottle about once every 15 minutes. The mixture must be warmed up. Under no circumstances feed small huskies with cow or goat milk.

It is permissible to feed babies from 3-4 weeks. In the third week, puppies need many vitamins and minerals. A growing body will need additional energy sources.

The bitch's diet does not need to be changed.

From one and a half to two months, the diet of babies will not undergo major changes. At this time, babies should eat at least 6 times a day. When the puppies are 2 months old, meals should be five times a day. It will be possible to diversify feed a little later and not abruptly. The diet of two-month-old babies should not be devoid of vegetables. (it is too early to give cabbage or tomatoes), cereals. It is allowed to give meat, but first it must be cut into very small pieces. It can be raw or scalded. It is permissible to serve fermented milk products to babies. Agusha products for children will be an ideal solution.

In the period from 3 to 4 months, it will be possible for husky puppies to be served raw meat, if before that you gave them only boiled meat. Such products will contribute to the rapid growth and development of babies. Closer to 4 months, the puppies' nutrition can be supplemented with boiled and mashed fish, thoroughly stoned. The diet should be three times a day.

As for the period from 5 to 6 months - here it will be possible to move on to the use of offal. An unrefined scar is especially helpful. It can be cut into very small pieces (about the size of a little finger) and then sent to the freezer. Serve in combination with your main food or as a reward treat.

It should be borne in mind that at this age, little huskies begin to understand more in the life of these pets, and incentive treats are included. Such a meal can replace one of the meals, but it should not repeat the same meal that the baby eats at home.

Starting from 6 months, a husky puppy can be transferred to three meals a day. Further, the portions of an already grown dog that has reached seven months of age will increase based on its needs.

From 6 months to a year old, young Husky's milk teeth are replaced by permanent ones. At this time, you can safely switch to a more serious, adult diet. True, until the pet is 8 months old, it still needs to be fed 3 times a day.

Nutrition for adult huskies is very different from that for small puppies. As soon as the dog turns one year old, it will need to be gradually transferred to the food that corresponds to its age. It is necessary to select high quality commercial food if you choose to feed your pet instead of natural products.

Adult dogs need to buy healthy food with a lot of vitamins and minerals in the composition. You can resort to making vitamin supplements. Just never give pets vitamins that are formulated for humans and bought at a regular pharmacy. Such drugs can only harm the animal, but definitely not help. For vitamin supplements, you need to go to a pet store. It is better to consult your veterinarian before doing this.

If you are looking for food for elderly animals, then it must be borne in mind that they are especially in need of vitamins B6, B12, A and E. It is necessary to change the diet for an elderly animal in a timely manner.If an old rude has any problems associated with the musculoskeletal system, then he needs to provide nutrition with high-quality vitamin and mineral complexes, characterized by a high content of chondroitin and glucosamine.

If you keep a husky at home and want to find the perfect food for him, then you should remember that you should never salt food for dogs. If you suddenly notice that the dog began to eat up the ground, going out into the street, then veterinarians advise giving the pet a little salt (literally on the tip of a knife) once a day.

If the dog is prone to allergic reactions, then during the walk it can be allowed to eat a small piece of horse droppings. It will help the animal cope with allergies. Some people go to the stables on purpose to stock up on this component. Why he acts so on dogs is hard to say.

It is permissible to add very little oil to your husky food. A product made from olives is ideal. It is permissible for them to spray the treat that you are going to serve to the dog. If your pet doesn't eat very well, oil will definitely help awaken his appetite.

According to veterinarians, for huskies that eat natural food, you need to stock up on wood. It will help the animals to strengthen their gums. For this, willow or twigs of any other weeping tree are suitable. They contain a lot of different vitamins and a little bitterness. If you give them to your pet, then you should pay attention to whether chips from them get stuck between the teeth.

Once you have placed a bowl of food in front of the husky, nothing else can be added to it. It is also not recommended to feed these animals, even if you realize that you have not given something to your comrade.

Husky broths and soups should not be given. The only exception can be the broth diluted in half with water, which was provided to the dog literally an hour before the start of the race. In other situations, the animal can get such a nuisance as diarrhea or even dysbiosis.

Never feed your husky food from a human table. As for treats, they should be given exclusively as rewards. Often, you should not feed your pet with them, otherwise it will cease to perceive them as pleasant rewards for the right actions.

Giving minced meat to husky is not recommended. This breed does not have chewing teeth. If you give them twisted meat, then in the end it can lead to problems in the digestive tract.

If your pet has been spayed or neutered, then its food will need to be limited, otherwise the extra weight of the husky cannot be avoided. The portion size will need to be reduced and there will be fewer treats.

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