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How to From puppy

switch feeds? to older dog

Although you might think that your dog loves to eat a variety of things, it has been The purchase of a puppy is a fun but also far-reaching event in both the life of the puppy
scientifcally proven it is better for the dog´s digestive system if it gets the same food all and that of the new owner. Now that the pup has been removed from its mother, the
the time. You achieve the best digestion when the dog eats the same every day. owner becomes responsible for raising the pup and for its well-being.

The growth period is the most important period in the dog´s life; it forms the basis for
However, if you do want to switch feeds, it is best to spread the change over several days. its future character and health. The
This way your dog can slowly get used to the new feed and digestive problems will be choice of the right feed plays of
prevented. Below schedule promotes a gradual but fast switch of feed. course an important role here.
A big transition is the switch from
liquid to solid food. A dry feed with
specifc pellets adapted to the size
of the teeth ensures that the pup
DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8 can chew the pellets without any
Depending on the size problems. Depending on the size of
of the breed and the the breed and the age of the pup,
age of the pup, Opti Life Opti Life provides three diferent
provides three differ- pellets, each with its unique shape
1/1 2/3 + 1/3 1/3 + 2/3 3/3 ent pellets, each with its and size.
unique shape and size. In addition to an adapted pellet

size, an adapted composition of
Actual food Versele-Laga Opti Life
the chunk is of course also recom-
mended. Nutrients such as proteins,
carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and
minerals should be present in the
right quantity and ratio.

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