An important key
in the care of your Bichon Frise is a balanced diet and good nutrition. Obesity
in a Bichon Frise can lead to back problems, weak and dislocated knees, breathing
difficulties, and added stress on kidneys and other organs. For a small dog like
the Bichon, even an extra three or four pounds can be detrimental to their health.
As
a puppy, the proper care for your Bichon Frise is essential for his still growing
body. Puppy formula dry dog food has all the essential vitamins and minerals he
needs, and at the proper dosage for his size. There can be too much of a good
thing, regardless of what Barry White may have said. Adding vitamin and/or mineral
tablets to your pup’s diet throws off the balance. It is in both your and your
puppy’s best interest to follow whatever feeding instructions the breeder gave
you.
Proper Care For Your Bichon Frise And His Tummy
What usually
leads to canine obesity and poor diet is overindulgence and improper portion sizes.
Two or three doggy treats is way too much for your Bichon Frise, puppy or adult.
You care for your Bichon Frise and want him or her to be happy, this is a good
thing. Giving treats as praise for a good job is common and perfectly fine. One
treat, or piece of cheese, or slice of apple is completely sufficient. Bichons
love to eat, and they will more than likely beg. It is your job to look out for
their best interest.
Small portions of lean meats, like chicken and pork
are a good bonus to their daily dry food. There is no need to add canned food
to their diets. Some dogs, especially Bichons can have sensitive stomachs and
do not adjust well to the rich sauces used in most canned foods. Also, most canned
food has rice mixed in with the meat and gravy; dogs are not able to digest rice.
Taking care of your Bichon Frise can sometimes mean denying him little
extras, for his own good. Consult your local veterinarian before administering
any vitamins to your Bichon Frise. His care is also in the hands of the vet, who
also has more knowledge about what supplements your pet’s system can handle. Most
times, he is already getting everything he needs from his dog food. If you select
a good, high quality food you should not have to worry about adding vitamin supplements.
One essential thing your dog can have a lot of, is water. Fresh water should always
be available to your dog.
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