The bernedoodle is a hybrid dog breed that combines the Bernese mountain dog and the poodle. Both parent breeds are known for their intelligence and tendency to be eager learners, which means you’ll likely find it easy to train your new puppy. But training your new pup doesn’t stop there — you also need to know how much food they should eat as a puppy. Let’s not muddle this up by discussing whether a bernedoodle is the right breed for you or other similar topics. Instead, let’s have a look at what this hybrid puppy needs in terms of nutrition and quantity of food to stay happy and healthy. Puppies grow fairly fast, so keeping track of how much food they should eat daily is quite important. In this article, we’ll cover all the main points on how much should a bernedoodle puppy eat to thrive.
How Much Should a Puppy Eat?
As with any other animal species, there is no one-size-fits-all rule for how many puppies should eat. The best way to find out exactly how much you should feed your puppy is through a balance of personalized observation and some light research.
First, you’ll need to observe your puppy’s behavior to find out if they are too hungry, too satisfied, or just about right. For example, your little guy might be too hungry if they have a ravenous appetite and always seem to want to eat.
On the other hand, if they never seem to be hungry and often turn down food, they could be satisfied enough. A puppy should also be active and playful and have a healthy, shiny coat.
Lastly, you can measure your little guy or girl with a tape measure once a week to see how they’re growing and make sure they’re on the right path to growing up normally.
What Should Puppy Food Look and Taste Like?
As with adult dog food, puppy food comes in various types. It’s best to start feeding your puppy a balanced diet as soon as you get them. This includes good quality kibble and/or wet food, as well as treats. Puppy food should look and smell fresh and be free from any imperfections such as discoloration or moldy smell.
It should contain all the essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, healthy fats, fiber, and carbs. It should be low in sodium and have no added sugar. The protein source should be top quality and the food should be balanced for all stages of puppy development.
How Much Does a Bernedoodle Puppy Weigh?
The most important factor to keep in mind when deciding how much to feed your puppy is their current weight. If they’re too light, they’ll need to eat more to catch up; if they’re overweight, they need to eat less.
It’s recommended that you buy a baby scale and weigh your little ones once a week to track their growth and keep an eye on how much food they eat. A healthy bernedoodle puppy should gain about 1/2 to 1 pound per week during their first 6 months.
This means they should be around 2 pounds when they’re born and weigh roughly around 10-12 pounds when fully grown.
How Much Food Does a Bernedoodle Grower Eat?
As mentioned above, the best way to find out how much your puppy should eat is by observing their behavior and keeping track of their weight. If you feed your little guy or girl 3 small meals per day, the amount of each meal should be about the palm of your hand.
Next, if you feed your little guy or girl 2 small meals per day, the amount of each meal should be about the size of your fist. If you feed your little guy or girl 1 large meal per day, the amount of that meal should be about the size of your closed hand.
If you feed your little guy or girl 2 large meals per day, the amount of each meal should be about the size of your closed hand.
How Much Food Does a Bernedocker Eater Need?
Again, this is something you should keep an eye on and observe your puppy throughout its development. If they’re growing at a normal rate, you can feed them the recommended amount of food for their stage.
As a general rule of thumb, you should feed your fully grown bernedocker puppy between 1/4 to 1/2 cup of food for every 10 pounds of their weight. Your 10lb fully grown bernedocker would then consume between 3/4 to 1 1/2 cups of dry dog food per day.
The Importance of Quality Food for Pup Growth.
As we mentioned above, the type of food you select for your puppy is of utmost importance. Poor quality food may not provide the right amount of essential nutrients and vitamins your puppy needs to stay healthy and grow. This may cause issues such as slow growth, weight issues, and digestive issues.
As with most things, you get what you pay for and quality dog food will provide the right amount of nutrients and vitamins to support a healthy puppy’s growth.
Bottom Line
The bottom line is that as you go through this article, you’ve probably realized that there is no easy rule to follow when it comes to how much food your puppy should eat. One thing is certain, though: you should be feeding your puppy a high-quality diet such as grain-free kibble and/or wet food.
This will provide all the nutrients and vitamins your puppy needs to grow and stay healthy. If you keep these things in mind, feeding your puppy will be a piece of cake! You’ll be able to observe and track their growth and make sure they’re eating enough food to stay healthy and grow at a normal rate.
