Golden Retriever’s Winter Diet

1. Increase calories

Fatty foods are the quickest way to replenish calories in winter. The average calorie requirement for a medium-sized dog to maintain physical strength is between 2,000 and 2,450 calories. Small dogs and puppies require proportionally more calories than medium-sized dogs. Therefore, in winter, you must try to increase the dog's calories by 10% or more.

2. Food insulation

In winter, staple and non-staple foods need to be heated slightly to avoid digestive tract disorders and the food will taste better.

3. Food that can withstand satiety

For dog food in winter, choosing something that can withstand satiety is a good way to save time and effort. Generally speaking, foods with high protein content are more satiating, but in order to supplement calories, a considerable amount of fat content is also essential.

Precautions for Golden Retrievers in Winter

1. Golden Retrievers actually do not need to wear clothes. Its hair is enough to protect it from the cold wind, so give it clothes. It will only destroy its thermal system.

2. It is recommended not to bathe frequently. It is generally recommended to wash once every 10 to 15 days. It is not necessary to wash once every 7 days. It is best to control the bathing water temperature at around 38 degrees.

3. Keep it active and let the golden retriever go out and play more. It is best to go out and play when there is sunshine at noon. This can make the golden retriever healthier and promote calcium absorption.

4. Deworming must be done on time. It is best to deworm once a month outside the body and once every three months inside the body.

5. Feed it more nutritiously. It is best to choose dog food that is nutritionally comprehensive, so as to provide the golden retriever with sufficient nutrition and better resist the cold wind.