{"id":912,"date":"2025-02-06T13:09:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T13:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/?p=912"},"modified":"2025-06-20T21:26:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T20:26:20","slug":"how-to-feed-a-labrador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/how-to-feed-a-labrador\/","title":{"rendered":"Labrador Feeding Demystified: A Comprehensive Expert Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The best Labrador food is high in fat and protein, but low in carbohydrates. Great diets avoid fillers, and are packed with healthy vitamins and minerals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-1024x569.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-696x387.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-1068x594.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador-756x420.jpg 756w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/how-to-feed-a-labrador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Working out how to feed a Labrador isn&#8217;t just about picking the perfect menu though. You know Labs are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/greedy-labrador-how-to-slow-down-your-dogs-eating-speed\/\">enthusiastic eaters<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/fat-labrador\/\">prone to weight gain<\/a>, so getting the right schedule and feeding routine can make a big difference to your pet&#8217;s welfare too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My rule of thumb is that puppies up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/6-month-old-labrador-your-six-months-puppy-questions-answered\/\">six months of age <\/a>need four meals a day. Adult dogs can cope just fine with two meals a day, but many prefer their daily rations to be broken down into smaller amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#kibble\">Types of dog food<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#mealtimes\">How often and much to feed a Lab<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#speed\">The danger of fast eating<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#scraps\">Table scraps and snacks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m going to help you choose the right diet for your dog and answer your feeding questions and concerns about how to feed your Labrador. If your dog is under six months old, you&#8217;ll probably want&nbsp;to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/feeding-your-labrador-puppy\/\">visit our puppy feeding page <\/a>for detailed information on feeding your Labrador puppy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*The products linked in this article were carefully selected by me to be shared on The Labrador Site. If you decide to purchase using the links provided, you&#8217;ll be supporting our site by allowing us to earn a small commission on that sale. This is at no extra cost to you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"10 PUPPIES EAT THEIR 1ST MEAL!!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RKWNNP70oQY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Labrador Feeding Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount you feed your Lab will vary depending on his age and the type of food you are giving him. The Eukanuba Adult Breed Lamb and Rice food suggests these serving sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>40 &#8211; 45 pound Lab, feed: 205 &#8211; 230 grams per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50 &#8211; 55 pound Lab, feed: 240 &#8211; 265 grams per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60 &#8211; 65 pound Lab, feed: 270 &#8211; 300 grams per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>70 &#8211; 75 pound Lab, feed: 300 &#8211; 335 grams per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>80 &#8211; 85 pound Lab, feed: 330 &#8211; 365 grams per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>90 &#8211; 95 pound Lab, feed: 355 &#8211; 395 grams per day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, these serving sizes will change depending on the food you use, and only apply to dry kibble! Keep reading to find out how much food your Lab needs if he isn&#8217;t eating kibble, and when to feed him.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the best dog food for Labs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Experts agree that the best food for any dog is a balanced diet that keeps him in excellent health at a reasonable price. Unfortunately, that&#8217;s where the agreement ends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There&#8217;s lots to choose from<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even experts differ on which method of feeding is the most healthy, what makes a diet balanced, how easy it is to feed your dog a balanced diet, and which brand of kibble is best. By the end of this article, you&#8217;ll know everything about how to feed your Labrador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Different Methods to Feed your Labrador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are currently two very different approaches to dog feeding that are popular with many Labrador owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dry kibble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/raw-feeding-for-dogs\/\">Raw meat and bones <\/a>or BARF<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both methods of feeding Labradors have their supporters and detractors. At one time a lot of dogs were fed on canned food with an added biscuit mixer. Nowadays, most pet dogs have dried meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although majority of dogs are now being fed kibble, a substantial minority are fed raw. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/raw-feeding-for-dogs\/\">Raw feeding<\/a> (the BARF diet) was once considered an extremist fad. But raw fed dogs thrived, and interest in raw feeding dogs has grown lately.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1263\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry.jpg\" alt=\"how to feed a Labrador\" class=\"wp-image-25437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry-768x1212.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry-649x1024.jpg 649w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry-696x1099.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hungry-266x420.jpg 266w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Labrador&nbsp;dog food choices &#8211; dry kibble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of Labrador owners feed their dogs on dried kibble pellets. All major pet food companies now supply a dried version of their brands. You&#8217;ll find a confusing range of choice in pet stores and supermarkets worldwide. But some are better than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages of kibble<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main advantage of being able to open a packet and instantly pour food <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/dog-bowls\/\">into your dog&#8217;s bowl<\/a> is convenience. Busy modern homes are pressed for time. Convenience is an important factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kibble also stores well. It doesn&#8217;t need refrigerating or freezing and it doesn&#8217;t smell very strong. Most dogs nowadays are trained with food. So kibble has the added advantage of making portable training treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The disadvantages of kibble<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kibble doesn&#8217;t smell bad, but kibble fed dog poops stink. That is partly because kibble is full of fillers, additional bulking agents that are not fully digested by your dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These fillers mean that kibble fed dogs produce much greater quantities of poop and much smellier poop, than dogs fed on raw meat and bones. Kibble fed dogs may also need their teeth cleaning on a daily basis. There may also be a small increased risk of bloat in susceptible dogs fed on a dry food diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kibble fed dogs may also be more likely to snack on their own poop (yes it&#8217;s a very common Labrador habit) than raw fed dogs. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1043\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2.jpg\" alt=\"how to feed a Lab\" class=\"wp-image-25438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2-230x300.jpg 230w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2-768x1001.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2-785x1024.jpg 785w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2-696x907.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-2-322x420.jpg 322w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I feed my dog raw meat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural raw doggy diets of meat and bones have become increasingly popular, despite some experts giving out dire warnings of the dangers of letting dogs consume bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=thelabsit-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=0975717405\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\">Unfortunately, raw feeding does seem to attract a few extremists. Plus, it can be tricky to find objective and unbiased discussions of the pros and cons of raw feeding on the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The pros and cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Raw feeding is quite a big topic. It is both complicated and simple. Complicated because we tend to worry about the nutrients our dogs are getting. And we can&#8217;t see a list of ingredients on a meaty bone. But the truth is, we don&#8217;t need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raw feeding is not as convenient as kibble feeding, It requires plenty of freezer and refrigeration space, a designated preparation surface, and good meat preparation hygiene. (Just as with meat preparation for people).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/labrador-puppy-growth-faq\/\">Small puppies need more research to be raw fed, as they are growing fast <\/a>and are vulnerable to diets with a poor nutrient balance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Raw fed dogs and small children<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I don&#8217;t recommend raw feeding in families with very small children. This is because raw fed dogs get messy. It is hard in this situation to keep raw meat juices containing pathogens, away from children too small to understand the importance of hand washing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a name=\"method\"><\/a>The fact is that there is no right&nbsp;way to feed your dog. No &#8216;best way&#8217; to provide a balanced diet.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1306\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3.jpg\" alt=\"labrador feeding\" class=\"wp-image-25439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3-184x300.jpg 184w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3-768x1254.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3-627x1024.jpg 627w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3-696x1136.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/feed-3-257x420.jpg 257w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deciding Between Raw and Kibble <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have a small puppy you may be happier feeding kibble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With children under five, it may be safer for you to feed kibble<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your dog has a close relative that has suffered from bloat, he may be safer eating raw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your dog suffers from allergies, he <em>might<\/em> do better on raw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing a brand for your Labrador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cost matters, but choosing the lowest price Labrador food is not always the cheapest option. Very often, you will need to feed larger quantities of the cheaper food. Mid range dog food brands are usually a good starting point, but the most expensive brands can come with a hidden health benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Biologically appropriate kibble?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4hhz4Hv\">like the Orijen brand<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>*, it is what my dogs have as training treats or when I can&#8217;t provide raw.\u00a0Orijen is perhaps the closest thing to biologically appropriate food that you&#8217;ll find in a kibble at <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4hhz4Hv\">80% meat and 20% vegetable with no grain at all<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>*.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that a change in diet can upset your dog&#8217;s stomach. So if you decide to switch brands, do it gradually over the space of a few days by adding a little more of the new food and a little less of the old, each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-27-bonnie-in-bed-02.jpg 1438w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How often to feed your Labrador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many dog owners continue to feed their dogs twice a day throughout their lives. Some people feed their dogs once a day after twelve months of age. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We do know that there is an association between bloat and large meals. Though this may only apply to kibble. Once daily feeding is probably fine if you decide to feed raw meat. But with kibble it may be too much dry food in one go. I recommend that you feed your adult dog morning and evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2023-06-23-Bonnie-crate-02.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How often to feed Labrador puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3EsALDq\">food that your Labrador puppy needs<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>* to eat each day must be divided into several portions. If you try and give him the whole day\u2019s ration in one go,\u00a0 he will probably give it his best shot. But it will almost certainly give him diarrhoea and could damage his stomach as kibble swells after drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/10-week-old-puppy\/\">eight to twelve weeks your puppy<\/a> will benefit from four meals a day. Breakfast, lunch, tea and supper. Space the meals at least three hours apart to give him chance to digest them properly. And make sure the last meal is a&nbsp;two to&nbsp;three hours before his last trip to the toilet at bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your puppy gets to three months old you can divide his daily ration into three portions, and by six months to two. Breakfast and supper. <a name=\"quantity\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much to feed your Labrador?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended quantities can be found on kibble packaging and these will vary quite widely from brand to brand. They are also often on the high side. If your dog is a little overweight, feed about a third <em>less<\/em> than recommended for a few days and then re-assess his appearance. Your dog may well need less food than you think. &nbsp;<a name=\"speed\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long should your dog take to eat his dinner?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people leave food down for their dog\u2019s to \u2018graze\u2019 on. I prefer my dogs to eat their meals up fairly quickly. Some dogs are more likely to be &#8216;picky&#8217; if they know they can come back to their dinner later on. I recommend you take up your dog\u2019s bowl after ten minutes if he hasn&#8217;t finished. He won\u2019t come to any harm if he hasn\u2019t devoured the lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to feed a Labrador slowly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A much more common problem in Labradors, is the dog that scoffs his dinner in a heartbeat and then begs for more with pleading eyes. There is an association between bloat and rapid eating, so if you can slow down your dog a little, it is probably good thing. The best way to do that is by <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/411mPJw\">using a slow feed bowl<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>*.<a name=\"scraps\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feeding household scraps and left overs to dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people will add household scraps to their dog&#8217;s dinner bowl. In theory, there is a risk that this will &#8216;unbalance&#8217; his diet. In practice, most adult dogs will come to no harm if they occasionally get some &#8216;extras&#8217; in their bowl. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that your leftovers don&#8217;t contain sugar, onions, cooked bones or any common human foods that are toxic to dogs. And to keep the diet balanced, make sure that left overs don&#8217;t comprise more than 10% of your dog&#8217;s dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Giving leftovers to puppies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppies need a very well balanced diet, so it is not a good idea to feed your puppy on household scraps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dog feeding equipment and storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good dog feeding bowls are dishwasher safe and not easily breakable. Cheap and colorful plastic bowls can look tired after a few trips through the dishwasher, so<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4hwkKuP\"> I like stainless steel<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>*. Although I admit it is quite noisy, and not as pretty as some of the ceramic products. Avoid raised bowls if possible as some studies have associated these with bloat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4aQlLvb\">kibble storage I recommend sealable bins<\/a><span class=\"affiliate-link-text\" style=\"color:#757575;\">(paid link)<\/span>*, which you can fit large quantities of dried dog food into and keep fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Giving water to your Labrador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppies and older dogs need water available to them at all times during the day. It is ok to take your puppy\u2019s water away an hour before bedtime to help with housetraining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kibble fed dogs drink quite a lot of water, raw fed dogs drink very little. <a name=\"problems\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When feeding problems need veterinary help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All puppies need regular veterinary check ups and when you take your puppy to the vet for his vaccinations. This is a great time to ask any questions you might have on his diet and welfare generally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All dogs may eat less in very hot weather. But changes in appetite, especially sudden changes, can be a sign that your dog is not well. 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