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How big should my dogs kibble be?

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Small kibble ranged from seven to eight millimeters, medium from 11 to 12 millimeters and large from 15 to 16 millimeters. The 40 dogs in the palatability trial also ranged in size with small dogs being less that 30 pounds, mid-size dogs from 30 pounds to 54 pounds, and big dogs weighing 54 pounds and up.


Does size of kibble matter for dogs?

The overall size of the kibble is important too as smaller dogs will struggle to chew on to large of pieces of kibble, and larger dogs may end up swallowing small kibble without chewing. You can often find kibble formulated specifically for your size of dog to ensure it meets his needs.

What size food should I feed my dog?

It's easy to look past this. For example, if a chart says a 15-pound dog should have 1.5 cups of food, 1.5 needs to be divided by the number of meals you feed your dog. It's typically recommended that dogs be fed twice per day — so the ideal serving size, in this case, is ¾ cup of food per meal.

Is smaller kibble easier to digest?

Smaller breeds need a kibble that's packed full of nutrition and is easy to digest for optimal gut health. A few large-sized kibbles can fill your small dog's stomach without providing enough fat and protein to properly fuel a faster metabolism.

Can small dogs eat normal size kibble?

Small dogs have smaller stomachs This means that they may not have the capacity to eat a full recommended serving size of regular (bigger) kibble. If they do not eat enough, they will not get the appropriate amount of nutrients and energy that they require to keep healthy.

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