How to Feed a Poodle

Poodles are a dog breed with a long and extensive history. For centuries, they were bred as water retrieving dogs, working dogs and companions. Poodles are a very popular breed, requiring very little training and care. Feeding poodles takes just a little time and effort.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog food
  • Food bowl
  • Water dish
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Instructions

  1. How to Feed a Poodle

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      Determine what type of food you will be feeding your poodle. Many people choose to feed poodles just a dry kibble, while some people prefer canned food. Canned food is easier for dogs to chew and digest, but can lead to extremely dirty teeth.

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      Decide how much food your poodle will need. Standard poodles will eat approximately 2 cups of dog food per day while toy poodles might only eat 1/2 cup of food. Take care not to overfeed your poodle.

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      Place you dog’s food and water bowls in a quiet, secure feeding area. Your poodle will eat best if his bowl is in an undisturbed place.

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      Add food to your dog’s bowl and allow her time to eat. Leave her alone and give her a chance to eat as much as she likes.

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      Check your poodle’s food dish to see if there is any food left. If there is anything leftover, you can feed a little less next time. If he ate it all quickly, you might need to feed a little more.