The Shiba Inu is a very famous dog breed in Japan. It also has high ornamental and breeding value. Coupled with the cute and docile dog, many people like it. How many meals a day does a Shiba Inu eat in those seven months? What should you pay attention to when feeding? Let’s learn the relevant knowledge about Shiba Inu feeding with the editor!

How many meals does a seven-month-old Shiba Inu eat a day?

1. Shiba Inu puppies will not be able to live independently until they are four months old. It is generally recommended that before four months, the dog should be fed 4 times a day, mainly with nutritious milk powder and puppy food; at seven months old, Shiba Inu dogs should be fed once a day. 3 times, you can feed some animal offal and dog food, etc.; adult dogs can be fed 2 times a day, and mainly dog ​​food, combined with meat.

Diet must be fed regularly and quantitatively. The Shiba Inu is a small hunting dog/working dog, so its appetite is not large. In addition, Shiba Inu’s food requirements are not too high. After the Shiba Inu reaches adulthood, just feed it well. Shiba Inu puppies need to pay special attention to dietary nutrition, and it is important to provide rich protein, calcium and other trace elements. Animal protein can be fed with animal offal, such as animal heart or liver, or protein- and fat-rich foods such as egg yolk and milk to supplement nutrition. It is recommended to feed adult Shiba Inu dog food. The amount of food should not be too much, and it is better to eat less and more meals, which is good for the dog's digestion. There is also a standard for feeding multiple times, 4 times a day for 2 to 4 month old dogs, 3 times a day for 4 to 6 month old dogs, and 2 times a day thereafter. In addition, leftover food must be replaced so that good eating habits can be developed.

What should you pay attention to when feeding a puppy?

(1) The environment where the Shiba Inu lives must be clean. The kennel and food utensils must be cleaned and disinfected regularly, especially the food utensils. It is recommended to replace them every three months. It is best to place the kennel of the Shiba Inu indoors to prevent the dog from getting sick due to the cold outdoors. Especially in winter, it is necessary to add some clean and warm clothes to the kennel; and the kennel serves as a place for the dog to rest and sleep. A certain amount of space is required and should not be too small.

(2) Pet the Shiba Inu frequently so that you can detect abnormalities on its skin surface or other abnormalities in other parts.

(3) After the Shiba Inu has finished exercising, wipe its body with a dry cloth and comb its hair with a comb, which can not only clean the hair, but also massage.

(4) When the puppy is four months old, the deciduous teeth begin to be replaced by permanent teeth. If the deciduous teeth are found to be shaking, they should be removed as soon as possible.

(5) In terms of feeding, the Shiba Inu does not have high requirements for food, and it likes to eat as long as it is dog food. However, for the health of the Shiba Inu, and if your family conditions permit, it is recommended to purchase imported natural food and feed it. This way, both safety and nutrition are guaranteed. At the same time, when the Shiba Inu is a puppy and its body is developing,During this period, it is best to supplement it with calcium and various trace elements. Feed it some novel meat and other foods regularly, so that it can develop better and its coat color will be brighter.

I believe that many dog ​​lovers have a certain understanding of how many meals a seven-month-old Shiba Inu eats a day. At the same time, they also have a clearer understanding of what to pay attention to when feeding. I hope the above content can help you!< /p>