What is the difference between food for puppies and food for adult dogs?
The main difference between dog food for puppies and for adult dogs is the nutrient composition, which is specifically adapted to the respective life phases. Dog food for puppies, for example, contains significantly more calories, since active and healthy puppies burn almost twice as much energy as adult dogs.
A puppy is in an intensive growth phase in the first few months of its life and therefore has very specific nutritional requirements. Young dogs usually have their biggest growth spurt at the age of three to four months, but even after that, depending on the breed, further growth phases are not uncommon.
In this overview you will find the most important nutritional needs of a puppy, which you should definitely pay attention to when choosing food:
- High-quality proteins for muscle building
- Essential fatty acids for healthy skin and shiny coat
- Vitamins and minerals for strong bones and a functioning immune system
- A sufficient energy supply and calorie content for their high activity
- Smaller croquette size and softer consistency
Plant-based diet for puppies – yes or no?
In principle, it is possible to feed a puppy a purely plant-based diet. The prerequisite for this is that you only feed your four-legged friend food that has been specially developed for puppies. If you want to deviate from this, you should always consult your vet first. Food for adult dogs often lacks nutrients that are essential for the development of a young dog, but that an adult dog no longer necessarily needs. An unbalanced diet can cause long-term damage, especially during the individual growth phases of a young dog. It is therefore important that the food contains all essential nutrients to rule out deficiencies.
Can I feed my puppy Vutter!?
Our experts have developed Vutter!'s vegan complete food specifically for the needs of adult dogs. Vutter! is therefore not suitable for feeding puppies. As soon as your dog is fully grown, there is nothing to stop you from switching completely to our wet and dry food. When a dog is fully grown depends on its breed. For most dogs, this is around 12 months. Very large dog breeds do not reach their full size until they are one and a half years old. The puppy's growth is then complete and its nutrient and energy requirements settle at the level of an adult dog.
Your little four-legged friend can also try the various snacks from our Vutter! range beforehand. However, the main food you choose should be specifically tailored to the needs of puppies.
